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ECO4 Scheme Grant

The ECO4 (energy company obligation) grant provides a range of energy-efficient measures for low-income households all over the UK.

An ECO4 grant can fully fund home insulation, air source heating, solar panel technology, and a new boiler to power your inefficient heating system. It is designed to help households improve their energy efficiency, thus reducing their carbon emissions and energy bills. The government-backed scheme has used several energy-saving measures to help warm thousands of homes across the UK, and could do the same for you.

If you’d like to see if your energy company can deliver energy efficiency measures for your home, check the ECO4 eligibility criteria below.

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Which energy efficiency measures are funded under the ECO4 grant?

There are several heating measures and energy-efficient upgrades covered by the ECO4 scheme that aim to improve energy efficiency in your home.

The ECO4 scheme can provide the following measures for the least energy-efficient homes in the UK, in a bid to reduce energy costs and bring families out of fuel poverty:

  • Non-condensing boiler upgraded to an A-rated boiler
  • Unfit storage heaters upgraded to high heat retention electric storage heaters
  • Inefficient heating was upgraded to air-source heat pumps
  • Wall insulation (cavity wall insulation, solid wall insulation, and internal wall insulation)
  • Roof or loft insulation
  • Ventilation
  • Heating controls
  • Solar PV systems

Who is eligible for the Energy Company Obligation scheme?

The government's eco scheme applies to thousands of vulnerable households across the UK. This means they can improve their property's energy efficiency rating and reduce energy bills. You, too, can qualify for ECO4 funding if you receive the following benefits:

  • Income-based Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA)
  • Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)
  • Income Support (IS)
  • Pension Credit Guarantee Credit (PCGC)
  • Working Tax Credit (WTC)
  • Child Tax Credit (CTC)
  • Universal Credit (UC)
  • Housing Benefit
  • Pension Credit Savings Credit (PCSC)
  • Child Benefit (with dependencies)

Are you interested in improving your home's energy efficiency? Check your eligibility for the ECO4 scheme above.

ECO4 Scheme FAQs:

What is the ECO4 grant?

The ECO4 grant is a government-backed scheme that’s designed to fund the energy efficiency improvement of homes all over the UK. 

Households that receive existing financial support from the government are eligible for the ECO4 grant, which will provide a variety of options to improve the heat efficiency of their home.

How long can the process take?

The timeline for receiving support via the ECO4 scheme varies depending on a few factors. Generally, it can take several weeks, or even months, after your submission before you receive a review.

Once your application has been approved, a free survey of your home will be arranged, which should only take around 15 minutes. Then, when everything has been arranged, the work on your home can be completed, which should take no longer than three days from start to finish.

Can I get my boiler replaced by the ECO4 grant?

Yes, it is possible to have your boiler replaced by ECO4 funding. If you have a broken boiler and would like that to be replaced, your current boiler must have been deemed uneconomical to repair.

How do I find out if I have an EPC and what the rating is?

An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) shows how energy efficient your home is on a scale from A to G (most to least efficient). You can check if your property has one by visiting the government's website. Enter your address and discover your rating. If you do not have a registered EPC, you must find an accredited assessor.

Do I need to accept all the work that's recommended?

No. The installer will recommend any energy efficiency measures for your property based on their technical survey and a calculation of possible energy savings.

You do have the right to refuse any work that you don't want or need, so long as you meet the minimum energy efficiency requirements of the ECO4 scheme.

How much money can I get from the ECO4 scheme?

Individual applicants can receive between £7,000 and £20,000 worth of ECO4 grant funding. The amount you receive is based on factors such as property type, existing energy efficiency measures, and income.

In total, the ECO4 scheme has £4 billion of funding available. For eligible homeowners, it’s designed to cover 100% of the cost of improving inefficient homes.

If you’d like to chat with us in more detail about the ECO4 grant, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’ll be happy to help.

When does the ECO4 scheme expire?

The ECO4 scheme was originally scheduled to end on March 31st 2026, but the UK government initiative has been extended until December 2026, giving low-income households a greater window to reduce carbon emissions and lower energy bills.

If you have any questions about the ECO4 scheme and the eligibility criteria, don't hesitate to contact us by calling 0800 464 7292.