Who exactly qualifies for a free SEAI retrofit? AdvertisementOn The Claire Byrne Show, National Retrofit Director Dr Ciaran Byrne described the SEAI scheme as “fully funded” but there are a number of conditions the applicant must meet to qualify. “You must be on one of six different social welfare allowances and the most common of which is the Fuel Allowance.” Once approved for the scheme, Dr Byrne said the SEAI will arrange for a “very technical and detailed survey” to be carried out on the property. “We do cavity attic insulation, wall insulation, where required we change heating systems and windows.