Irish Enterprise Awards 2026 AIS-Jan26091 Best Home Energy Upgrade Specialists 2026 Founded in 2012, Retrofit Design is a leading Irish energy efficiency and deep retrofit specialist headquartered in Killorglin, County Kerry. The company has a strong track record of large scale, compliant retrofit delivery across the public sector, having successfully upgraded more than 3,500 homes nationwide through local authorityled programmes. In 2025, Retrofit Design expanded its focus to support private homeowners, applying the same structured approach, technical rigour, and quality standards developed through public sector work. It delivers tailored retrofit projects that improve day to day comfort, reduce long-term energy costs, and futureproof homes. As a registered SEAI One Stop Shop provider, Retrofit Design delivers the complete retrofit process, from property assessment and technical design through to grant liaison, construction and installation works, and overall project management. Services include insulation and airtightness upgrades, high-performance windows and doors, heating and renewable energy systems, ventilation, roofing improvements, and associated construction works. In a competitive market, Retrofit Design stands out for its ability to combine a highly personalised, customer-focused approach with the structured delivery and oversight required of a registered SEAI One Stop Shop provider. It operates to recognised national and international standards through ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 certifications, supported by NSAI certification and membership of key industry bodies. With this approach, clients benefit from clear guidance, careful project management, and full support throughout the retrofit process, ensuring confidence from initial assessment through to completion. This combination of customer care, One Stop Shop capability and independently assessed standards sets Retrofit Design apart as a trusted partner for homeowners undertaking energy efficiency upgrades. Partnering with a trusted provider such as Retrofit Design is especially advantageous, particularly as Ireland’s retrofit and energy efficiency sector is being shaped by For homeowners, choosing the right delivery partner for retrofit projects is as important as the technologies themselves. With more than 3,500 home energy upgrades and deep retrofits undertaken across Ireland, Retrofit Design Ltd is trusted to deliver exceptional results by homeowners and local authorities alike. As Retrofit Design is named in the Irish Enterprise Awards 2026, we heard more from General Manager Chris Scanlon. strong climate policy, extensive SEAI grant supports, and a growing awareness of rising energy costs. Ireland’s strong commitment to climate action has created a supportive environment for retrofit and energy efficiency projects; government backed grants, alongside ongoing public awareness campaigns, have made homeowners more informed and more confident about investing in improvements that enhance the performance and comfort of their homes. Furthermore, the increased availability of low-rate green finance has encouraged more homeowners to undertake comprehensive upgrades in a single phase, allowing them to maximise the performance and long-term value of their investment. As a result, whole home deepretrofits and the widespread adoption of efficient technologies such as heat pumps are becoming increasingly common. These benefits are particularly significant given Ireland’s existing housing stock, much of which requires upgrading to meet modern-day standards of comfort, efficiency, and sustainability. In this environment, retrofit projects are delivering tangible benefits for homeowners, including warmer homes, lower energy costs, and increased property value. At the same time, many homeowners continue to engage through individual upgrade measures supported by the SEAI Better Energy Homes scheme, often as a first step towards broader improvements. Retrofit Design stays ahead of such developments by supporting both approaches. Working closely with the SEAI, the company provides clear technical and financial guidance, whether delivering individual energy upgrades or managing full One Stop Shop retrofit projects. “Each property is assessed carefully,” Chris explained, “with works planned and sequenced to suit the home, the homeowner’s budget, and long-term performance goals. This ensures projects deliver lasting benefits while remaining aligned with current standards and future energy requirements.” What’s more, the continued growth of the retrofit sector has also created meaningful Contact: Chris Scanlon Company: Retrofit Design Ltd Web Address: www.retrofitdesign.ie
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