Infrared panels in Derry
£140 to £1,970 installed, and the grants that apply in Derry and official data for the council area.
What infrared heating costs in Derry
1–2 panels
£140–£320
We don’t publish a saving figure for this upgrade.
3–5 panels (most common)
£390–£780
We don’t publish a saving figure for this upgrade.
6+ panels
£1,000–£1,970
We don’t publish a saving figure for this upgrade.
Source: Home Energy Quotes Cost Index, costs modelled March 2026, savings at the October to December 2026 price cap. Prices are estimates and include installation and VAT. Actual costs may vary.
Derry in numbers
Published statistics for the Derry City and Strabane council area, not our estimates.
At the 2021 Census, 1.3% of households in the Derry City and Strabane council area used electric heating only and 23.7% mains gas only. The median EPC energy score for homes in the Derry City and Strabane council area is 65, which is band D.
| Derry City and Strabane council area | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Households on electric heating only | 1.3% | Census 2021, NISRA |
| Households on mains gas heating only | 23.7% | Census 2021, NISRA |
| Median EPC energy score | 65 (band D) | Department for Communities, EPCs to March 2023 |
| Electricity network operator | NIE Networks (Northern Ireland) | NIE Networks |
These are published official statistics for the Derry City and Strabane council area, which covers Derry, not Home Energy Quotes estimates. Sources checked 6 October 2026.
Is Derry a good place for infrared panels?
The area’s housing stock includes a range of properties suited to infrared panels installations throughout Derry. Combined with Northern Ireland’s energy prices, infrared panels installations here may offer good value (individual results will vary).
Derry has a population of 83,000, and the area falls within the Northern Ireland region. We recommend getting at least 3 quotes to compare prices.
Find Installers in Derry
We recommend getting at least 3 quotes from qualified installers before making a decision. Check reviews, ask for local references, and make sure warranties are clearly stated in writing.
What to check before hiring an installer in Derry
- Qualifications — check the installer holds relevant qualifications and certifications for infrared panels before signing any contract
- Local references — ask for completed jobs in Derry or County Londonderry
- Reviews — check online reviews before committing
- Warranty — product and workmanship warranties should be clearly stated in writing
- 3 quotes minimum — we recommend comparing at least three quotes to ensure you get a fair price
Questions about infrared panels in Derry
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Get quotes for your home in Derry
Up to three approved installers who cover Derry may contact you. Free, no obligation.
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Last reviewed: . Costs are modelled estimates from the Home Energy Quotes Cost Index — see how we calculate them. Grant rates are checked against GOV.UK.