Raalte residents can insulate homes for free with new municipal compensation
Homeowners in Raalte with poorly insulated homes can now receive financial compensation to improve insulation, making upgrades nearly free. This initiative helps cut energy bills, reduce costs, and enhance comfort—apply now to start saving.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Eligible Energy Labels | D, E, F, G (or C with ≥2 poorly insulated elements) |
| Max WOZ Value | €477,000 (as of January 1, 2022) |
| Compensation Start Date | January 1, 2024 |
| Eligible Insulation Types | Cavity wall, floor/ground, sloped roof (interior), attic floor, glazing |
| Application Portal | Duurzaam Bouwloket |
| Additional Subsidy | ISDE (national subsidy) |
The municipality of Raalte is responsible for local sustainability initiatives, including energy efficiency programs. This compensation scheme aligns with broader climate goals to reduce household energy consumption and lower carbon emissions.
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Compensation makes insulating a poorly insulated home free or nearly free
Residents of the municipality of Raalte with a poorly insulated home can receive compensation for improving insulation. The compensation applies to insulating the cavity wall, floor or ground, the interior side of a sloped roof, attic floor, or insulated glazing. Whether and how much compensation you receive depends on your living situation.
Deputy Mayor Breun Breunissen: “If your home is well insulated, you save energy and money. With this compensation, we help our residents take this step in an affordable and straightforward way.”
Who is eligible for this compensation?
The municipality provides compensation for residents with a poorly insulated home. You qualify if your house has an energy label D, E, F, or G. If the home has no energy label or an energy label C, the home must have at least two poorly insulated structural elements. The WOZ value of the home may not exceed €477,000 (as of January 1, 2022). The compensation applies from January 1, 2024, so you can also receive money for measures you have already taken.
Why is insulation particularly interesting now?
With this compensation, insulation is often free or nearly free. Lower energy consumption leads to immediate savings on energy bills. The home stays warmer in winter and cooler in summer.
How does it work?
You can apply for the insulation compensation through Duurzaam Bouwloket, the energy desk of the municipality of Raalte. The compensation can be used in several ways:
- Duurzaam Bouwloket arranges the insulation through a certified insulation company. The compensation is then deducted directly from the bill.
- You choose your own insulation company and receive the money back afterward.
- You purchase the materials, install the insulation yourself, and receive the money back.
Applying is simple
- Apply for the insulation compensation via nip.duurzaambouwloket.nl/raalte. You will immediately see if you qualify.
- If you receive the compensation, choose what and how you will insulate.
- After that, you can start insulating.
Additional insulation compensation
In addition to the municipal compensation, you may also be eligible for national subsidies. This is called the ISDE subsidy. After your application, you will automatically receive more information about this subsidy. Residents who do not qualify for municipal compensation can also apply for the ISDE subsidy.
For more information, visit nip.duurzaambouwloket.nl/raalte.