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What's ECO4 and How It Can Help You
In the UK, free heating grants are available through various government-backed schemes designed to improve home energy efficiency and support households in reducing their heating costs. These grants are aimed at helping low-income households, those living in energy-inefficient homes, and individuals receiving certain government benefits.
To qualify for free heating grants in the UK, individuals must meet specific criteria outlined by various schemes:
The UK government offers free first-time central heating grants through the ECO4 Scheme, targeting low-income households. Homeowners or private tenants receiving qualifying benefits can access grants for boiler replacements, central heating installations, and more.
Understanding ECO4
The goal of ECO4 aligns with the UK's plan to cut down on carbon emissions to zero by 2050. If you qualify, you could get major heating system upgrades without spending a penny, thanks to the funding from energy companies.
This could mean getting a new boiler, adding air source heat pumps with solar panels, upgrading your electric storage heaters to work with solar panels, or making your home better insulated (think new roof, loft, or wall insulation).
Getting Funded with ECO4
There's a whopping £4 billion waiting to help households save energy and money. With a quick quiz from Energy Saving Genie, you might find out you can get between £7,000 and over £20,000 to make your home warmer and your bills lower.
Who Can Get ECO4 Grants?
Finding out if you're eligible is easy with our Agent. You might get a grant based on things like how your home is currently performing energy-wise (measured by something called an EPC rating) and making sure your home can benefit from the upgrades.
How to Qualify
There are a few ways to qualify for an ECO4 grant. If you're getting certain benefits, like Employment and Support Allowance, Housing Benefit, or Universal Credit, you're on the right track.
Even if you're not on benefits but have a low income, health issues, or other specific needs, you might still qualify through what's called the Local Authority or ECO4 Flex Route.
Applying is Easy
Once you apply (don't worry, we'll handle the paperwork), an expert will check out your home to see what needs doing. If you're approved, they'll sort out everything, from ordering the upgrades to getting them installed, all paid for by the grant.
How Long Will It Take?
The time from application to getting your upgrades can vary, but typically it's between two to four weeks, depending on what you're getting done.
What Can You Get?
ECO4 can help with a range of upgrades, from new boilers and heaters to full-on insulation and smarter heating controls, all to make your home more energy-efficient.
No Cost to You
If you're eligible for an ECO4 grant, you won't have to pay for any of the installation work.
FAQs
Here are some of our frequently asked questions.
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Spanning four years, the ECO4 scheme was launched on April 1st 2022, and concludes on March 31st, 2026. Its main mission is to enhance housing occupied by those living on low incomes or otherwise vulnerable households which are of the least energy efficiency caliber.
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Under ECO, medium and bigger energy suppliers provide the necessary financing to install energy efficiency improvements in British households. Each obligated supplier is assigned a goal that reflects its share of Britain’s domestic energy market. The obligated suppliers collaborate with professional installers to make sure these measures are installed in your home swiftly and efficiently.
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Let’s start by ensuring that you are eligible. Complete our eligibility checker and let us take the reins from there! Then, we’ll confirm if your home is qualified to receive this offer— so don’t wait any longer and get started now!
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As part of the UK government’s ongoing efforts to promote energy efficiency, they’ve recently unveiled ECO4. This program is designed to help lower-income households who are struggling with fuel poverty get back on their feet by providing them with a means of substantially reducing their energy bills. With this scheme in place, those affected can finally experience some financial relief and begin taking steps towards fiscal stability.
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You might be eligible for a free boiler replacement if you’re in low income, receive certain benefits, and have an old boiler (usually installed before 2005). These programs aim to help low-income families stay warm and save on energy bills.
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To get financial assistance for a new boiler, you typically need to be on government benefits, have a low income, and have an old or inefficient boiler having EPC rating below D. Grant programs help make boiler replacements more affordable for those who need them.
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Grants can cover 100% of the boiler cost, so you will be paying null. Moreover, the cost of a boiler grant application is also zero.
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The ECO4 is a government scheme that helps people upgrade their homes’ heating to be more energy efficient. This can include replacing old boilers with new, energy-saving models.
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People receiving certain benefits like Pension Credit or Universal Credit might qualify for a free boiler replacement, but other factors like income may also be considered.
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The specific benefits that qualify for ECO4 can change. Currently, these are:
Income-based Job seeker’s Allowance (JSA)
Income-related Employment & Support Allowance (ESA)
Income Support Allowance (ISA)
Working Tax Credit (WTC)
Child tax credit (CTC)
Universal Credit (UC)
Pension Credit Savings Credit PCSC)
Pension Credit Guarantee Credit (PCGC)
Child Benefits
Housing benefits
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In order to be eligible for a central heating grant, you have to be a homeowner or a private tenant. Also, any of your household members should claim certain government benefits. Moreover, your property gas metre should exist prior to 1st April, 2022.
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Yes, you must have a gas metre and connection installed before 1st April, 2022. Without gas connection, you may apply for air source heat pump grants.
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Yes! Pensioners may be eligible for central heating grants if they are or any of their household is the homeowner, and receiving Pension Credits or over-60-aged pensioners receiving Working Tax Credit can apply confidently.
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Air source heat pumps use the outside air to heat your home, potentially lowering your energy bills and helping the environment by reducing carbon emissions. They are the future of the heating system.
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The heat pump grant helps cover the cost of installing an air source heat pump, which is a more energy-efficient way to heat your home.
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Grants available for tenants and landlords depend on the specific program. ECO4 might offer some support for boiler replacements in rented properties, but it’s best to check the details regarding eligibility criteria.
Check If You Qualify
Follow the below link to check if you qualify, or get in touch with us from our email here.