Free Boiler Universal Credit
Do you receive Universal Credit and think your boiler requires an upgrade? If so, you could be in luck thanks to the UK government’s ECO4 scheme. If you meet the qualifying criteria for the free boiler grant, you could be eligible for a replacement boiler, which will help your central heating system work more efficiently, thereby reducing your energy bills.
Boiler Grants on Universal Credit
Both homeowners and private tenants (but not those in local authority-run social housing) could be eligible for the boiler upgrade scheme. If one person in your household receives Universal Credit, they could be in line for the UK government’s free boiler grant to lower your property’s carbon emissions, making you much more energy efficient.
Interested in finding out if you qualify for the Universal Credit boiler grant?
Contact Outlook Energy Solutions today to speak to our friendly team.
How does the Universal Credit boiler grant work?
As part of the UK government scheme, the ‘big six’ energy suppliers – British Gas, EDF Energy, E.ON, npower, Scottish Power, and SSE – are obliged to provide grants towards low-income households with poor energy efficiency ratings.
Households with boilers older than 7 years and who receive the qualifying benefits could be in line for funding as part of the scheme.
So, if you receive Universal Credit, you’re a homeowner or private tenant, and your boiler is more than seven years old, you may qualify for the ECO4 scheme.
What are the eligibility criteria to receive the Universal Credit boiler grant?
To qualify for the government’s eco scheme for a free boiler on Universal Credit, you must meet the following criteria:
- Be living in a house with an EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) rating of D, E, F, or G
- Receive a relevant qualifying government benefit (including Universal Credit) OR someone in your household/a private tenant is
- Receive Child Benefits AND have a household income below a specific threshold (more on this below)
It’s not just Universal Credit that’s covered by the ECO4 scheme. Here are some other qualifying benefits that could see you receive energy-efficient upgrades to your home:
- Housing Benefit
- Income-Based Jobseekers Allowance
- Income-Related Employment and Support Allowance
- Income Support
- Pension Credit Guarantee
- Pension Credit Savings
- Working Tax Credit
- Child Tax Credit
What are the benefits of upgrading my boiler?
While you may not think there is too much wrong with your current boiler, it could be improved. Energy-saving boilers can power your central heating system without using as much energy, effectively making your home much more energy efficient and reducing your heating bills.
- Improved heating controls
- Improved energy efficiency
- Improved EPC rating
- Reducing energy bills
- Lower carbon emissions
What type of savings can I make with a new boiler?
The free boiler grant scheme ensures your new boiler is much more efficient than your current model. Some old boilers offer an efficiency of around 65%, while new models could provide a 90% efficiency performance.
How does that impact you? Well, for every £1 you spend on energy to heat your home, less than 10p will be wasted.
This means your energy bills will drastically decrease and, in some cases, create an annual saving of around £300.
So, your home will be warmer and your finances will look a lot better.
Can I get other energy-saving improvements for my home?
As part of the UK government’s commitment to lower carbon emissions, ECO4 funding has been made available to make upgrades to the most energy-inefficient homes.
If you’re living in a low-income household or receive income-related benefits, you could be eligible for central heating grants, free home insulation, an air source heat pump, solar panel energy, and free boiler installation.
Speak to Outlook Energy Solutions about the boiler upgrade scheme
Are you keen to get started and find out if you meet the qualifying benefits for the Universal Credit boiler replacement scheme?
If so, simply get in touch with Outlook Energy Solutions today, and our team will discuss your circumstances.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly does the Universal Credit boiler replacement cover — do I pay anything at all?
Receiving a boiler replacement under the ECO4 scheme, because of Universal Credit, is designed to be 100% funded for eligible households. This means that the price of a new boiler and installation is completely covered with no upfront cost to you – provided you qualify.
Will the Universal Credit boiler replacement affect other benefits I receive?
No, a replacement boiler received via the Universal Credit boiler grant is not treated as income and shouldn’t affect your Universal Credit payments.
It’s a grant-funded measure to improve the energy efficiency of households throughout the UK.
What documentation do I need ready when applying for the free boiler scheme under Universal Credit?
To apply for a free boiler grant, you must have your Universal Credit award letter, proof of home ownership or a tenancy agreement, the landlord’s permission, and your property’s Energy Performance Certificate. If you do not have the EPC, we can help arrange this.
Having these pieces of documentation is vital to help speed up your Universal Credit boiler replacement application. Call 0800 464 7292 today.