Upgrade Your Home Heating with a £7,500 Grant
Are you looking to replace your old, inefficient fossil fuel heating system? The UK Government’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) offers homeowners in England and Wales up to £7,500 towards the installation of a heat pump. This initiative is designed to help reduce carbon emissions and lower energy bills while making homes more energy efficient. Future Heat is here to guide you through the process and handle all the paperwork on your behalf, ensuring a hassle-free transition to a greener home heating solution.
What is the Boiler Upgrade Scheme?
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme provides financial support to homeowners who want to replace their existing fossil fuel heating systems with low-carbon alternatives like heat pumps or biomass boilers. The available grants include:
- £7,500 towards an air source heat pump
- £7,500 towards a ground source heat pump (including water source heat pumps and those on shared ground loops)
- £5,000 towards a biomass boiler (subject to location and eligibility criteria)
Who Can Apply?
You may be eligible for the grant if:
- You own the property (whether it’s a home, business, second home, or rental property).
- You are replacing a fossil fuel heating system (oil, gas, electric, or LPG).
- Your property has a valid Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) with no outstanding insulation recommendations.
The grant is not available for:
- Most new build properties (unless you are moving into a completed new build with a fossil fuel boiler).
- Social housing or properties that have already received government funding for a heat pump or biomass boiler.
- Hybrid heat pump systems (e.g., a combination of gas boiler and air source heat pump).
For full eligibility criteria and guidance, please visit the GOV.UK website.
Why Install a Heat Pump?
Heat pumps are a highly efficient and environmentally friendly way to heat your home. They work by extracting heat from the air or ground and using it to warm your living space.
Benefits of heat pumps include:
- Lower energy bills compared to traditional fossil fuel heating systems.
- Reduced carbon footprint, helping to protect the environment.
- Increased home value due to enhanced energy efficiency.
- Minimal maintenance and a long lifespan.
How Future Heat Can Help
At Future Heat, we make the transition to a heat pump as easy as possible.
Our expert team will:
- Check your eligibility and ensure your property meets all requirements.
- Help you choose the right heat pump for your home.
- Apply for the grant on your behalf, handling all the paperwork.
- Install your new heat pump professionally and efficiently.
How to Apply
1) Contact Future Heat to get a free consultation and quote.
2) Confirm your eligibility – we will verify that your property qualifies for the grant.
3) Agree on an installation plan and quote.
4) We apply for the grant on your behalf through Ofgem.
5) The grant amount is deducted from the installation cost, reducing what you pay upfront.
6) Ofgem and MCS may conduct checks to verify the installation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Once your installer applies for the grant, it must be processed within 120 days. Ofgem may carry out additional checks before confirming approval.
Only the property owner can apply for the grant. If you rent, you will need your landlord to initiate the process.
In most cases, planning permission is not required for air source heat pumps, but it may be needed for ground source heat pumps or installations in conservation areas. Future Heat can advise on this.
No, the grant is only available for new installations. If your property has already received government support for a heat pump, you will not be eligible.
In some cases, larger radiators or underfloor heating may be recommended for optimal efficiency. Future Heat will assess your home’s heating system and provide guidance.
Act Now and Save Money on Your Heating
With energy prices rising, now is the perfect time to take advantage of the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant. Let Future Heat help you make the switch to a more efficient, eco-friendly heating system. Contact us today to start your journey towards a warmer, greener home!
Get in touch with Future Heat now to claim your grant!
Myles Robinson is a seasoned expert in the boiler and home improvement industry, with over a decade of experience. He is deeply committed to environmental sustainability, actively promoting energy-efficient heating solutions to help households reduce their carbon footprint. By combining industry expertise with a dedication to environmental responsibility, Myles continues to lead efforts in transforming home heating practices towards a more sustainable future.
