The UK government's Energy Company Obligation (ECO) scheme, now in its fourth round as ECO4, is here to help tackle high energy bills and support the fight against climate change. Managed by Ofgem, it's got a big pot of £4 billion to help eligible folks upgrade their home heating for free. Want to see if you can get some of this cash? Check out our quick, free grant checker.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Besides ECO4, there are more grants out there like the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) and the Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS). Check with Energy Crest to see what you might qualify for.
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