If you have been thinking about replacing your windows in Granada or Malaga, it is worth finding out beforehand which public grants may be available at the time. In recent years three types of support for home energy efficiency have coexisted: regional window renovation programmes (known as "Plan Renove"), the European Next Generation funds for energy renovation, and income tax (IRPF) deductions.
The context is clear: the European Union is pushing for residential buildings to improve their energy certificates in the coming years. Windows are the weakest point in any home's insulation, so replacing them is one of the measures with the greatest impact on comfort and consumption. That is why public administrations usually include them among the eligible works.
Grants change with every call: amounts, percentages, requirements and deadlines. What we explain here is general guidance. Always check the calls currently open on the websites of the Junta de Andalucía, the Ministry and the Tax Agency; we advise you on your case.
In this article we explain the types of grants that usually exist, the requirements they typically ask for, and the role of the installer in the process.
These are the most direct grants for homeowners who want to replace old windows with high energy efficiency models. When a call is open, they usually subsidise part of the cost of the windows and installation, with a maximum per home and sometimes better conditions for low-income households.
Many calls require you to apply before starting the works and have limited funds granted on a first-come, first-served basis. Read the terms before signing anything.
Insulation requirements (maximum Uw value of the window) depend on the climate zone of each municipality. This table is for guidance only; each call and the current CTE set the exact values:
| Climate Zone | Main Towns | Tecnisun Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| A3 (Malaga coast) | Malaga, Torremolinos, Marbella | Aluminium RPT + double low-e + solar control |
| B4 (Malaga interior) | Antequera, Ronda | PVC or aluminium RPT + low-e + argon |
| C3 (Granada city) | Granada, Armilla, Maracena | STRUGAL PVC + low-e + argon |
| D2 (Sierra) | Guadix, Baza | PVC + double low-e + argon |
| E1 (High mountain) | Sierra Nevada | PVC + triple glazing |
The STRUGAL PVC and STRUGAL thermal break aluminium series we install offer comfortable Uw values for these zones. We provide their technical data sheets so you can submit them with your application.
The European Next Generation funds have included specific lines for the energy renovation of homes and buildings. They usually distinguish between:
Works carried out by the owners' community on the building envelope: windows, facades and roofs.
Improvements inside a specific home, such as window replacement.
Support for drafting the required preliminary technical reports and projects.
Some grants are compatible with each other and others are not. Before applying, check each programme's terms to see whether you can combine them.
Besides direct grants, Spanish income tax rules have provided deductions for works that improve a home's energy efficiency. The percentage and maximum base depend on the improvement achieved (reduced heating and cooling demand, reduced primary energy consumption, or renovation of the whole building) and on when the works are carried out.
They are normally supported by two energy performance certificates, one before and one after the works, issued by a qualified technician. Check with your tax adviser whether they apply to your return.
At Tecnisun C.B. we advise you on the most efficient solution for your home and provide the technical documentation you need for your application. Over 25 years of experience as installers. Tell us about your case in our quote request form or call 627 84 14 04.
See all windows →If the call requires you to apply before starting the works, an invoice dated before your application may disqualify you. Always check before starting.
Are the grants compatible with each other?
It depends on each programme. Some direct grants are compatible with tax deductions and others are not; each call's terms say so.
How long does processing take?
It depends on the administration and on the volume of applications in each call. It is worth bearing in mind when planning the works.
Can I apply if I am a tenant?
Generally the property owner applies, although some programmes allow other arrangements with the owner's authorisation. Check the terms of the call.
Do PVC windows and aluminium windows both qualify?
Generally yes, as long as the new windows meet the thermal transmittance values required for your climate zone. We provide the technical data sheets for the STRUGAL series we install.
Will you handle the grant application for me?
We advise you on your case and provide all the technical documentation for the windows we install (data sheets, Uw values, detailed invoice). The application is submitted by the owner or whoever they designate.
Is the quote free?
Yes. The online quote is free and with no obligation. The technical home visit has a cost, which we tell you before arranging it.
| Situation | What to Check |
|---|---|
| Low-income households | Some calls offer better conditions based on income |
| Building community (full building) | Building renovation lines; require the community's agreement |
| Listed building or protected area | Heritage requirements on materials and finishes |
| Business or hospitality premises | Specific grant lines for businesses, separate from home grants |
| Mistake | Consequence | How to Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Starting works before applying (when the call requires it) | Rejection | Read the terms before signing |
| No prior energy certificate | Cannot demonstrate improvement | Commission it before the works |
| Windows that do not meet the required Uw | Rejection at justification stage | Ask for the window's technical data sheets |
| Incomplete invoice | Justification rejected | Detailed invoice with itemised VAT |
| Missing the justification deadline | Loss of the granted aid | Note all deadlines from the outset |
A grant can make the decision easier, but what you will enjoy for decades are well-chosen, well-installed windows: comfort, quiet, no more condensation and lower consumption. That is why we recommend deciding first which window your home needs, and then checking which grants you can use. See also our guide to energy savings with efficient windows.
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