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First time central heating grant
Make a switch to a centralised heating system to reduce your energy consumption & heating bills through government grants for central heating.
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If you have no existing boiler and radiators, get a full central heating system for free under the government grants. If you have a gas metre installed before April 2022, you will get a free condensing gas boiler with radiators, smart thermostats, TRVs and duct system. Those properties which don’t have any gas metre will get free air-to-water heat pumps with solar panels in addition to the same system as those who get with the boiler.
Eligibility Criteria
Who Qualifies for Free Central Heating?
- Homeowners or private tenants who don’t need landlord's permission.
- Any member of the household on certain government benefits.
Which Heating Systems Are Eligible?
- Don't have any boiler, & radiator but an outdated decentralised heating system.
- Get a boiler, if you have a gas metre installed before April 2022, otherwise get an air source heat pump.
Eligible Benefits:
- Universal Credit
- Pension Guarantee Credit
- Pension Savings Credit
- Child Tax Credits
- Income Based - Jobseekers Allowance (JSA)
- Income Related - Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)
- Income Support Allowance (ISA)
- Working Tax Credit (WTC)
Eligible Property Types:
- Privately owned or rented properties.
- Detached homes
- Semi-detached homes
- Terraced houses
- Flats (with certain restrictions based on the building’s structure)
Eligible EPC Rating
You can apply to government grants for central heating only if you have a valid EPC rating. Your home should have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of below D, E, F, or G that shows an inefficient home. The government grant scheme only helps those inefficient homes that need a whole heating system upgrade. First time central heating grant covers the whole central heating installation cost to achieve the potential energy efficient level as mentioned in your EPC certificate.
Which Heating System Can Get Grants?
To replace your current heating system, it needs to be decentralised, meaning it’s not connected to radiators. The following types of heating systems can usually be replaced under the central heating grants in the UK:
- Non-centralized heating: Older systems that don’t use radiators.
- Storage heaters: Traditional systems that store heat.
- Electric heaters or fan heaters: Old electric heating systems.
- Solid fuel systems: Heating systems that use coal or wood.
- Wood/biomass room heaters: These produce a lot of carbon dioxide.
- Oil/LPG room heaters: Expensive to run.
- Gas-fired back boilers: Old and inefficient systems.
- Electric underfloor or ceiling heaters: Without an electric boiler.
How to Apply?
- Check Eligibility: Ensure you qualify based on benefits, property, and current heating system.
- Free Application: You can apply for the first time central heating grant through this website.
- Book a Survey: Have a certified energy assessor inspect your property and old heating system.
- Get Central Heating System Installed: If approved, installation will be done in just 3 days.
Central Heating Grants for Over 60s?
Government gives an opportunity to elders living in fuel-poverty to upgrade their heating system and get rid of massive energy bills. Over 60s people get grants for central heating to help improve their home energy efficiency and comfort at no cost.
- Reduce Energy Bills: By using energy more effectively, seniors can reduce your heating expenses and ultimately save a significant amount every year.
- Improve Home Comfort: Compared to old or ineffective heating technologies, the new central heating system offers uniform warmth throughout your home, making it cosier throughout the winter.
- Increase Property Value: A centralised heating system will increase your property's worth for using modern heating technology and attract more old-aged buyers or tenants to live in your home.
- Safe for Health & Environment: You may reduce carbon footprint and contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable environment by replacing your heating system with an energy-efficient one.
- Free Installation: Installation is free with government heating grants, making it affordable for those who would not otherwise be able to pay the upfront cost.
Secure a grant
Are you ready to improve the central heating system for your home? Take advantage of government central heating incentives now to boost energy efficiency, save expenses, and enhance comfort. Don’t wait—start your application process now!
