Describe the home as it is
Gather the available building assessment, heating information and any planned renovations. In an Irish home, a heat-pump proposal should be based on the property’s needs rather than floor area alone. Tell the adviser about rooms that are difficult to heat and the household’s normal routine.
Ask about the complete heating system
Discuss heat-loss assessment, emitters, controls and domestic hot water together. Ask which existing components can remain and why. A quotation should explain any necessary changes rather than assuming that replacing the main unit resolves every issue.
Clarify location and operation
Review equipment access, condensate handling, sound considerations and the proposed control strategy. Ask for an explanation you can use in everyday life. Check current SEAI information for Irish support and eligibility, but keep those details separate from the technical suitability assessment.
Agree the handover
Request commissioning records, operating guidance and a maintenance contact. Confirm who is responsible if the system does not perform as specified. Compare proposals on their assumptions and scope, not just headline prices or efficiency figures that may have been measured under different conditions.