How to qualify for a Free Boiler Grant?
In order to apply for free boiler grants, you must be a recipient of income-related government benefits. Additionally, your gas boiler needs to be older than 2005.
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Typically, your eligibility for a free boiler grant hinges on your EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) rating. If your house has an EPC rating below D, you’re fully entitled to a free boiler grant. This rating indicates your home’s energy efficiency
To qualify for a free boiler grant under ECO4, your property must have an existing EPC rating of D (lower), E, F, or G. This means homes already struggling with energy inefficiency are prioritized.
An EPC is valid for 10 years and is required whenever a property is:
->Built
->Sold
->Rented
But even if you’re not selling your home, it’s worth having a look at your property’s EPC to find out what you can do to reduce your energy bills and carbon emissions.
Non-condensing boilers are eligible; condensing boilers are not replaceable.
There is no age restriction for eligibility.
Your property must be connected to the main gas supply.
An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) grade of D (lower), E, F or G is necessary for your property.
Must receive one of the certain qualifying benefits:
->Income-based Jobseekers
->Allowance (JSA)
->Income-related Employment & ->Support Allowance (ESA)
->Income Support
->Pension Credit Guarantee
->Credit Working Tax Credit (WTC)
->Universal Credit (UC)
->Child Tax Credits (CTC)
->Child Benefit
->Housing Benefit
->Pension Credit Savings Credit
Off-gas properties (not connected to the gas network).
Households not receiving qualifying means-tested benefits. (Excluded Benefits)
->Disability Living Allowance
->Career Allowance
->Personal Independent Payment
->Armed Forces Independent Payment
->War Pensions Mobility Supplement
->Attendance Allowance
->Constant Attendance Allowance
->Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit
->Severe Disablement Allowance
->State Pension
Objective of the Free Boiler Scheme
The primary goal of the UK government’s ECO4 grants, which include a free boiler scheme, is to assist low-income households, including those in rented accommodations, in upgrading their heating systems. This program aligns with broader objectives to enhance energy efficiency, lower energy costs, and combat fuel poverty.