Government Heat Pump Subsidies
Professional installation of government-subsidised heat pumps throughout Papatoetoe and South Auckland. We are EECA-approved Warmer Kiwi Homes service providers handling subsidy applications and installations.
Warmer Kiwi Homes programme provides heat pump grants for eligible homeowners with Community Services Cards, SuperGold Combo cards, or living in highest-need areas.
Need help determining eligibility? Call 09 242 4940 for subsidy assessment and application support.
Warmer Kiwi Homes Programme
Government programme providing grants for insulation and heating to eligible homeowners.
Insulation grants available at three levels:
- 90% coverage: Community Services Card/SuperGold Combo card holders or high-need areas
- 80% coverage: Certain qualifying areas
- 50% coverage: Middle-income areas
Heat pump grants: Only available for homeowners with Community Services Card, SuperGold Combo card, or living in highest-need areas. Not available for middle-income areas.
Heat pump grant coverage: 90% of heat pump cost, maximum $3,450 including GST.
Homeowner contribution (heat pump): Typically $400-$700 for eligible households depending on heat pump size and brand selected.
Eligibility Requirements
Heat Pump Grant Eligibility
Must meet ALL requirements:
- Home ownership: Own and occupy home (not rentals, not holiday homes)
- Home age: Built before 2008
- Card holder OR highest-need area:
- Hold Community Services Card OR SuperGold Combo card, OR
- Live in area identified as highest-need (lowest-income areas only – middle-income areas are NOT eligible for heating grants)
- Insulation: Home must have ceiling and underfloor insulation to EECA standards
- No existing heating: No operational fixed heater in any living area (heat pump, wood burner, pellet burner, flued gas heater, or central heating)
Important: Heating grants are only for people in most need. If your home is in a middle-income area, heating is not included even if you qualify for insulation grants.
Insulation Grant Eligibility
Must meet ALL requirements:
- Own and occupy home built before 2008
- Hold Community Services Card, SuperGold Combo card, OR live in low- to middle-income area
- Home doesn’t already have ceiling and underfloor insulation installed
Grant coverage varies by eligibility:
- 90%: Community Services Card/SuperGold Combo card holders or high-need areas
- 80%: Certain qualifying areas
- 50%: Middle-income areas
Average costs: Insulation typically costs approximately $4,300. With 50% grant, homeowner pays approximately $2,150. With 90% grant, homeowner typically pays $280-$800 depending on house size and insulation requirements.
Application Process
Step 1: Eligibility Check
Use EECA online eligibility checker or contact us directly for assessment. Requires information about home age, location, existing heating, and card status.
Step 2: Service Provider Selection
EECA provides list of approved service providers (including us) in your area. We contact you to arrange free assessment.
Step 3: Home Assessment
Free, no-obligation quote following home inspection. We verify eligibility, assess heat pump sizing requirements, and explain costs.
Step 4: Application Submission
We complete and submit subsidy application on your behalf with all required documentation.
Step 5: Installation
Once approved, we schedule installation at your convenience. Sign contract and pay non-funded portion directly to us. Installation timeframes vary based on supply chain and installer availability.
Energy Savings
- Annual heating cost reductions: Well-insulated home can save up to $340 annually on power bills. Heat pumps typically 70% more efficient than traditional electric heaters.
- Running costs: Heat pump sized for room heating typically costs $400-$700 annually versus $1,200-$2,000 for electric heaters in same space.
Additional Funding Options
Community Organisation Top-ups
Some regions offer additional funding through community trusts, councils, and district health boards. Can reduce or eliminate homeowner contribution entirely in qualifying areas.
We inform you of additional funding available in your area during assessment.
Minor Repairs Funding
Warmer Kiwi Homes now provides funding for:
- Creating access to inaccessible ceiling/underfloor areas
- Minor roof or underfloor leak repairs
- Earthing system repairs for safe heat pump installation
- LED downlight replacement (older styles incompatible with insulation)
Funding available only when assessed as necessary for insulation or heat pump installation.
Programme Limitations
Geographic restrictions: Limited availability in remote locations and islands. Check eligibility tool for regional availability.
Property exclusions:
- Rental properties (landlord-owned)
- Business-owned homes
- Holiday homes, baches, Airbnb properties
- Homes with existing operational fixed heaters in living areas
System specifications: Programme primarily funds high wall heat pump installations sized for single room heating.
Wall insulation: Not funded under programme.
Wood and Pellet Burner Programme Changes
- Important update: From 9 January 2026, Warmer Kiwi Homes no longer accepts new applications for wood and pellet burner grants.
- Transition period: Existing quotes for wood or pellet burners must be accepted and processed by service providers by 27 February 2026 for grant eligibility.
Heat pump grants continue as the primary heating option under the programme.
Our Service as EECA Provider
As EECA-approved Warmer Kiwi Homes service provider, we handle:
- Eligibility assessment and verification
- Subsidy application completion and submission
- Heat pump sizing and specification
- Professional installation to EECA standards
- Warranty registration
- Post-installation support
Installation guarantee: 5-year workmanship warranty on all installations independent of manufacturer warranty.
Quality assurance: EECA randomly selects installations for quality checks ensuring compliance with best practice standards.
Approved Heat Pump Brands
We install multiple EECA-approved heat pump brands through Warmer Kiwi Homes programme, including Mitsubishi Electric, Daikin, and Panasonic residential models.
Brand selection depends on availability, sizing requirements, and homeowner preference within programme guidelines.
Contact for Subsidy Support
Call 09 242 4940 or submit online enquiry for:
- Eligibility assessment
- Subsidy application assistance
- Heat pump recommendations
- Installation scheduling
Alternatively, use EECA’s eligibility checker directly: 0800 749 782
Common questions answered on our FAQ page.