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VEU ceiling insulation · one-page explainer

Dated 4 November 2026
Program facts checked 1 October 2026

The ceiling insulation rebate, in one page.

The VEU ceiling insulation rebate comes off your installed price before work starts. There is nothing to claim later. The program expects about 30 to 50% off. The average rebate on a 150 m² Melbourne home is $1,482. You pay at least $200. We are an accredited provider and apply it on your quote.

Pro Insulation Corp Pty Ltd is an Accredited Person for VEU ceiling insulation (activity 48). The rebate comes off your quote before any work starts.

Average rebate

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$1,482

Metro and regional Victoria, 150 m² home

Average rebate

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$2,104

Regional Victoria, cold climate zone

The $1,482 shown is an average for a 150 m² metro Melbourne home, not a cap. Your exact rebate is worked out for your ceiling and shown on your written quote. Subject to eligibility under the Victorian Energy Upgrades program. Certificates will be created by Pro Insulation Corp Pty Ltd. Participation is voluntary. Pro Insulation does not represent the Victorian Government.

Four checks, all done on site

  • A house, townhouse or unit

    Class 1, or a single unit in a Class 2 building

  • Existing insulation under R2.0

    No insulation, foil only, or a low average

  • Every downlight IC or IC-4 rated

    Non-compliant fittings replaced by an electrician

  • No ceiling work in the last 5 years

    New builds, extensions and renovations excluded

Also required: no previous VEU ceiling upgrade at this address. On site, a licensed electrician completes a safety check at least 24 hours before install, and the installer checks again on the day.

What happens

  1. Check your home online in about 60 seconds.
  2. Written quote with your rebate, measured from aerial images, within 1 business day.
  3. A licensed electrician checks wiring and downlights. Report at least 24 hours before install.
  4. Install in about a day. Photos the same day. We lodge the VEU paperwork.

Renting?

Your landlord makes the request. From 1 March 2027, new rental agreements, and agreements moving to month-to-month, need R5.0 ceiling insulation where none exists (Consumer Affairs Victoria).

Hand this page to your landlord or property manager, or send them https://www.proinsulation.com.au/check.

Pro Insulation Corp Pty Ltd · ABN 93 679 585 810 · Unit 11, 1866 Dandenong Road, Clayton VIC 3168 · 1800 960 650 · office@proinsulation.com.au

Check your home: https://www.proinsulation.com.au/check · Official program page: https://www.energy.vic.gov.au/victorian-energy-upgrades/homes/insulation · Consumer factsheet: https://www.energy.vic.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0028/585154/Victorian-Energy-Efficiency-Target-scheme-consumer-factsheet.pdf · Rental standard: https://www.consumer.vic.gov.au/resources-and-tools/legislation/public-consultations-and-reviews/new-minimum-energy-efficiency-standards/minimum-energy-efficiency-standards-ceiling-insulation

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