If any of your household claims certain benefits, replace your old non-condensing boiler with an energy-efficient model for free under the ECO4 scheme.
Do you have a gas metre installed before April 2022 in your property having EPC below D? Apply for government-backed boiler grants.
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Homeowners or private tenant.
Someone who lives with the homeowner at the same address.
Your property’s EPC rating should be below D, E, F or G.
Existing boiler was installed before 2005 (should have a non-condensing boiler).
Or, there was no boiler installed previously!
Your property should have gas metre installed before April 2022
Income Based – Jobseekers Allowance (JSA)
Income Related – Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)
Income Support Allowance (ISA)
Working Tax Credit (WTC)
Child tax credit (CTC)
Universal Credit (UC)
Pension Guarantee Credit
Pension Savings Credit
You can check for any of these three signs to identify whether you have a non-condensing boiler or not:
Signs
Three Signs that Show Your Existing Boiler is Non-Condensing
You can check for any of these three signs to identify whether you have a non-condensing boiler or not:
Goverment-Backed
ECO4 Boiler Grants
UK government funds free boiler installation under the ECO4 scheme, which is the fourth phase of the Energy Company Obligation, and runs from July 2022 to March 2026. It primarily targets the least energy-efficient and low-income households, upgrading inefficient boilers to highly efficient condensing gas boilers, improving the EPC ratings of 1.7 million homes annually. The government goal is to install 10 million additional gas boilers over the next decade to reduce energy consumption
Complete your boiler grant application in four easy steps. Our experts will help ensure a fast and reliable boiler installation. Once your documents are verified, the entire process should take no longer than 3 days
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Those eligible households who cannot afford upgrading their heating system to increase EPC rating can get free heat pumps. After the upgrade, you can substantially reduce energy bills by up to £360 annually.
Boilers past their average lifespan, become less efficient. If your boiler was installed before 2005, consider replacing it for free under the government boiler scheme.
The boiler grant scheme is free, allowing low-income households to upgrade their heating system at no cost. Without grants, it might exceed your budget.
Frequent repairs mean ongoing yearly costs. Apply for the new boiler grant and get a highly durable and brand new boiler with a minimum 2-year warranty
Inefficient or malfunctioning boilers can pose health risks, such as carbon monoxide leaks. Newer models come with improved safety features, reducing the risk of accidents and health issues.
Traditional boilers often operate at about 80% efficiency, leading to a higher energy bils. A back boiler replacement grant becomes a necessity to save .
Homes with modern, efficient heating systems are often more attractive to buyers and can have higher market values. Grants help homeowners invest in upgrades that can enhance property value and appeal.
Complete your boiler grant application in four easy steps. Our experts will help ensure a fast and reliable boiler installation. Once your documents are verified, the entire process should take no longer than 3 days
First, check whether you qualify for the ECO4 grants with our eligibility checker.
Our expert will verify your given information by asking a few questions
We’ll arrange a surveyor visit for an assessment based on your availability
Once your grant is approved, installation will be done within 2-3 days.
You will get a brand new condensing boiler, which can be combi or system, based on your property size, heating needs and number of households.
By boosting your home’s EPC, the grant may cover loft and cavity wall insulation if your property meets the required criteria.
Receive all services, including ECO4 scheme application, site survey, and boiler installation, completely free of charge.
You will get a brand new condensing boiler, which can be combi or system, based on your property size, heating needs and number of households.
By boosting your home's EPC, the grant may cover loft and cavity wall insulation if your property meets the required criteria.
Receive all services, including ECO4 scheme application, site survey, and boiler installation, completely free of charge.
The UK government has funded over 19,000 air source heat pump installations while reaching the halfway journey of the ECO4 scheme from 2022 to 2024. This achievement highlights the government’s commitment to making homes more energy-efficient and eco-friendly. Absolutely zero burden of cost is put on the household. ECO4 continues to support greener heating solutions across the country
Average new boiler costs between £800 to £3500 that you have to pay.
The cost of boiler installation ranges from £600 to £1500.
You have the freedom to choose the boiler brand, type and model.
No eligibility requirements and anybody can do it who can afford it.
Boiler manufacturers may give a warranty of up to 10 years.
You can opt for a low-priced and less efficient non-condensing boiler.
You have the freedom to replace or upgrade any boiler.
Installation is done immediately when you want.
For support & guidance, homeowners must rely on their own research or hire professionals, which may add additional costs.
Sometimes need financing options if homeowners cannot afford upfront costs, leading to interest payments.
Improvement in your property’s EPC is not guaranteed
Environmental benefits may be compromised.
Government-approved installer will charge nothing from you for boiler installation.
Installers sometimes ask your desired boiler brand to install but that is subject to various conditions.
There’s some eligibility criteria and these boiler grants are not free for everybody
Under the grants, you will get a warranty of up to 2 years.
You will only get an energy-efficient condensing boile
Sometimes installation takes time subject to the grant approval.
Access to professional advice and support through government programmes
You can only replace your old boiler installed before 2005.
Free grants for boilers cover all costs, and you will have no need for financing options
Your property’s EPC will surely enhance to A, B, or C
Environment-friendly option
The government’s ECO4 scheme will finance full boiler price.
Your home’s EPC rating is crucial in determining eligibility. Homes with ratings of D, E, F, or G are targeted for improvements under the grant scheme. Improving your EPC rating not only qualifies you for the grant but also increases your property’s value and efficiency.
BUS offers only up to £5,000.
Anything that exceeds £5,000, the burden of cost shifts on the homeowner.
Does not cover insulation.
Under the ECO4, homeowners have to pay nothing at all.
Grants may include loft or cavity wall insulation to further improve EPC rating if required.
They are installed at small to medium-sized homes with limited space, typically accommodating up to 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Combi boilers provide both heating and hot water on demand, making them suitable for households of up to 4 members.
These boilers are better for larger homes with multiple rooms and bathrooms. They work well for homes with more than 4 bedrooms and can support larger households of up to 6 members by storing hot water in a separate cylinder, providing more consistent heating and hot water.
Absolutely not! ECO4 boiler grants cover the complete boiler price and installation cost. Homeowners don’t have to pay for anything. Moreover, there is no grant application fee.
Is there any grant limit for the boiler grant?
For a successful boiler grant application, one has to be a homeowner or private tenant who is on certain government benefits and his existing boiler was installed before 2005.
Those UK homeowners who receive Personal Independence Payment or Disability Allowance are not eligible to get a free boiler.
Insufficient Old Boiler
Unaffordable Boiler Replacement
Breakdown Too Often
The Future of Heating System
Skyrocket Heating Bills
Low Property Value