What is the criteria for receiving a Boiler Grant?
We have summarised all the information you need to know about the criteria to qualify for a Free Boiler Grant under the UK Government’s ECO Scheme. If you have any questions about the criteria then we at The Energy Way are always here to provide advice and support.
Second, the UK Government’s ECO Scheme requires that if you already have a boiler installed then it must be at least 10 years old. This is because in many scenarios it will be more cost-effective to repair your boiler as compared to installing a new boiler if your existing boiler is less than 10 years old as the improvement in efficiency is not sufficient enough to be supported by the ECO Scheme.
Below we have provided of the benefits which qualify for a Free Boiler Grant as part of the UK Government’s ECO Scheme.
1. If you receive any of the following benefits then you will automatically for a Boiler Grant under the ECO Scheme.
2. Starting with ECO 4, If you receive any of these newly added benefits then you will automatically qualify for a Boiler Grant under the ECO Scheme.
3. receive Child Benefits (subject to not exceeding annual income) for a qualifying child/children for which the person is responsible, then you will automatically qualify for a Boiler Grant under the ECO Scheme.
For 1 Qualifying Child:
For 2 Qualifying Children:
For 3 Qualifying Children:
For 4 Qualifying Children:
Do you have to pay anything to get a Boiler as part of the ECO Scheme?
In most cases, the grant you receive will cover the entire cost for getting a new boiler. However, in some cases the grant will heavily subsidies the cost of a new boiler for you but will not cover the entirety of the cost.
The total amount of funding you will receive as part of the grant is not fixed and will be calculated based on some criteria about the benefits you receive and your home. The age of your existing boiler, size of your home , whether you have double glazing windows installed or not and other features of your home.
We will be able to tell you how much you can claim once you apply for a grant and we arrange for a survey of your home. You can apply for a Free Boiler Grant under the ECO Scheme now.
How are boiler funded through the ECO Scheme?
To fight against the looming climate change crisis the UK Government has announced its targets to significantly reduce the carbon footprint of the country. Many home throughout the UK have old in-efficient boilers which can be replaced by modern A-rated boilers which are more efficient.
The UK Government backed ECO (Energy Company Obligation) scheme provides grants to UK Citizens to have energy efficient boilers installed. The scheme is funded by the “Affordable Wealth Obligation” which requires energy companies based on their energy emissions to pay towards grants for Free replacement boilers for households that meet the eligibility criteria. Additions household energy bills include a “Green Tax” which contributes those in fuel poverty and low-income homes throughout the UK.