Warmer Kiwi Homes Programme

Warmer Kiwi Homes is a Government subsidy programme for ceiling and underfloor insulation and ground moisture barriers.

The Government is picking up 80% of the costs. In Otago, Cosy Homes Trust pick ups the additional 20% to make the insulation programme free for qualifying households. 

In 2019, Warmer Kiwi Homes began offering subsidies for heating appliances as well - click here for more info on heating subsidies.

Access to the programme is through the Warmer Kiwi Homes website or via one of the approved installers listed below.

There are two eligibility scenarios. 

​Eligibility One

In the first scenario you will need to:

  • own and live in the home, which must have been built before 2008 AND
  • have a Community Services Card or SuperGold + CSC combo card.

In this case, you will receive 100% subsidised insulation.

Not sure if you have a Community Services or Combo Card, or if you might qualify for one? You can see criteria here.

If you own your pre-2008 home and have a Community Services Card or SuperGold/CSC Combo, you can contact the installers directly to enroll in the programme. In Otago, there are several installers approved to do the work: 

In Dunedin:
Absolute Energy - 0800 423 454
SmartEnergy Solutions - 0800 888 766


In Waitaki:
Absolute Energy - 0800 423 454
SmartEnergy Solutions - 0800 888 766


In Clutha:
Absolute Energy - 0800 423 454
SmartEnergy Solutions - 0800 888 766

In Central Otago:
Absolute Energy - 0800 423 454
SmartEnergy Solutions - 0800 888 766


In Queenstown-Lakes: 
Absolute Energy - 0800 423 454
SmartEnergy Solutions - 0800 888 766

Eligibility Two

This is for homeowners who DO NOT have Community Services Cards. In this second scenario you will need to:

  • own and be living in your pre-2008 home in an area identified by the Government as "warm up zones".

These households are also eligible for 100% subsidised insulation. 

Click HERE to see if your address is in a "warm up" zone. If it is, you can call one of the installers above, or fill out the form below and we will have an installer ring you for an appointment.

Not eligible for the Warmer Kiwi Homes insulation subsidy?
Explore other options for financing your insulation and heating upgrades HERE.