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Looking to make your property more energy-efficient and cost-effective? Whether you’re a homeowner, private renter or business, we can help you access government-backed funding to do just that. Speak to our expert team if you have questions or to check your eligibility.
Looking to make your property more energy-efficient and cost-effective? Whether you’re a homeowner, private renter or business, we can help you access government-backed funding to do just that. Speak to our expert team if you have questions or to check your eligibility.
If you’re looking to make your home more energy efficient and reduce your bills, there are a number of different funding solutions available. Each one has its own eligibility criteria, so it’s well worth completing the application forms to see if you’re eligible.
When is it available until?
March 21st, 2026
What can I apply for?
Boiler replacements, insulation, central heating, electric storage heaters, solar energy systems, air source heat pumps and ground source heat pumps.
How much can I claim?
From a few hundred pounds to thousands, depending on the project.
What are the criteria for eligibility?
The ECO4 grant scheme has two main areas for eligibility:
Property energy efficiency:
Your property must have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D, E, F or G.
Household income or benefits:
You qualify if you receive one of the following means-tested benefits:
Alternatively, if you don’t receive these benefits, you may still be able to get funding through ECO Flex.
Find out more about the ECO4 grant here.
Get ECO4 FundingWhen is it available until?
2026
What can I apply for?
Boilers, insulation, and solar panels
How much can I claim?
This depends on your specific project. For more information on how much you may be able to claim, contact us now.
What are the criteria for eligibility?
Each local authority has its own criteria that have to be met. There are four different routes in which you might qualify for LA Flex funding via your local council. Find out more information about the 4 routes here.
Get LA Flex FundingWhen is it available until?
April 2026
What can I apply for?
How much can I claim?
This depends on the type of project and your eligibility. We will work with you to figure out what package best suits your situation. Contact us now to get started.
What are the criteria for eligibility?
To be eligible for the Great British Insulation Scheme, you will have to fit into one of three groups.
Find out more about each of these schemes here.
Great British Insulation Scheme
When is it available until?
March 31st, 2026
What can I apply for?
Solar panel installation
How much can I claim?
Full funding for solar panel installation
What are the criteria for eligibility?
Homeowners and private tenants living in eligible properties can apply for Solar Grants.
Learn more about your eligibility now.
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When is it available until?
March 21st, 2026
What can I apply for?
Boiler replacements, insulation, central heating, electric storage heaters, solar energy systems, air source heat pumps and ground source heat pumps.
How much can I claim?
From a few hundred pounds to thousands, depending on the project.
What are the criteria for eligibility?
The ECO4 grant scheme has two main areas for eligibility:
Property energy efficiency:
Your property must have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D, E, F or G.
Household income or benefits:
You qualify if you receive one of the following means-tested benefits:
Alternatively, if you don’t receive these benefits, you may still be able to get funding through ECO Flex.
Find out more about the ECO4 grant here.
Get ECO4 FundingWhen is it available until?
2026
What can I apply for?
Boilers, insulation, and solar panels
How much can I claim?
This depends on your specific project. For more information on how much you may be able to claim, contact us now.
What are the criteria for eligibility?
Each local authority has its own criteria that have to be met. There are four different routes in which you might qualify for LA Flex funding via your local council. Find out more information about the 4 routes here.
Get LA Flex FundingWhen is it available until?
April 2026
What can I apply for?
How much can I claim?
This depends on the type of project and your eligibility. We will work with you to figure out what package best suits your situation. Contact us now to get started.
What are the criteria for eligibility?
To be eligible for the Great British Insulation Scheme, you will have to fit into one of three groups.
Find out more about each of these schemes here.
Great British Insulation Scheme
When is it available until?
March 31st, 2026
What can I apply for?
Solar panel installation
How much can I claim?
Full funding for solar panel installation
What are the criteria for eligibility?
Homeowners and private tenants living in eligible properties can apply for Solar Grants.
Learn more about your eligibility now.
Get free solar energy
Regardless of which funding or grant scheme you apply to, the end goals are the same;
The UK Government is on a big drive to push for net zero carbon emissions by the year 2050 – these grants and schemes are proof of that. The government-backed ECO4 scheme alone has $4 billion allocated to it. Get your claims in before these schemes close down for good.
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This is the most all-encompassing grant scheme out there at the moment, covering everything from insulation to solar energy installations. Head over to the respective pages of each service to learn if you’re eligible, how much you can apply for, and when funding runs out.
PV panels, battery storage, and energy inverters. To get a better idea of what kind of solar energy installation you might need for your property (and whether you meet the criteria for funding), just enter a few details into our easy-to-use calculator. It couldn’t be simpler!
Replace your old gas central heating with an A-rated energy system that will make your building cosy and warm and save you money on your heating bills.
Upgrade your outdated electric storage heaters with modern equivalents that are more aesthetically pleasing, energy-efficient and have enhanced control features.
The ECO4 grant has funding available for many different types of boilers, including electric and hydrogen. See if you’re eligible for a grant today!
Insulation
The fastest way for a building to lose heat is if it’s insufficiently insulated. Use the ECO4 grant scheme to apply for funding towards roof insulation, wall insulation, and underfloor insulation and make it up to 40% more energy efficient.
ECO4 GrantThe LA Flex scheme runs in tandem with the ECO4 scheme but is granted by your local council on a case-by-case basis. While there are strict eligibility criteria, you can make your home far more energy-efficient with its grants for insulation, boilers, and solar energy systems.
LA Flex GrantThe GBIS provides help to the most vulnerable people who don’t qualify for funding from the ECO4 scheme to upgrade their homes. On average, applicants save between £300 and £400 a year on their energy bills with the help of the GBIS, so see if you’re eligible today.
The Great British Insulation SchemeThis is the most all-encompassing grant scheme out there at the moment, covering everything from insulation to solar energy installations. Head over to the respective pages of each service to learn if you’re eligible, how much you can apply for, and when funding runs out.
PV panels, battery storage, and energy inverters. To get a better idea of what kind of solar energy installation you might need for your property (and whether you meet the criteria for funding), just enter a few details into our easy-to-use calculator. It couldn’t be simpler!
Replace your old gas central heating with an A-rated energy system that will make your building cosy and warm and save you money on your heating bills.
Upgrade your outdated electric storage heaters with modern equivalents that are more aesthetically pleasing, energy-efficient and have enhanced control features.
The ECO4 grant has funding available for many different types of boilers, including electric and hydrogen. See if you’re eligible for a grant today!
Insulation
The fastest way for a building to lose heat is if it’s insufficiently insulated. Use the ECO4 grant scheme to apply for funding towards roof insulation, wall insulation, and underfloor insulation and make it up to 40% more energy efficient.
ECO4 GrantThe LA Flex scheme runs in tandem with the ECO4 scheme but is granted by your local council on a case-by-case basis. While there are strict eligibility criteria, you can make your home far more energy-efficient with its grants for insulation, boilers, and solar energy systems.
LA Flex GrantThe GBIS provides help to the most vulnerable people who don’t qualify for funding from the ECO4 scheme to upgrade their homes. On average, applicants save between £300 and £400 a year on their energy bills with the help of the GBIS, so see if you’re eligible today.
The Great British Insulation SchemeEach energy grant scheme has its own criteria that must be met to qualify for funding. When you apply through us, we will guide you through the full process.
You’ll start by filling out a short application form. This is to determine your property’s location, size, and power requirements. It’s also to find out what funding, if any, you qualify for.
We’ll use our 50+ years of expertise to find you the best possible solution for your energy or heating needs and help you apply for funding if you’re eligible.
All our professional installers are fully regulated and accredited, so you know you’ll be getting first-class service every step of the way.
We are experts in helping people and businesses apply for a load of different energy grants. With nationwide coverage, long-standing relationships with trusted suppliers, and over 50 years of experience, our Trustpilot scores prove what we already know; that our 5-star beginning-to-end service is the best in the business.
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We’ve answered some of the most commonly-asked questions about grants and funding here, but please speak to the team if you have any more.
The best grant for you will depend on your individual circumstances. Depending on your situation, it may even be possible to apply for multiple grants for various heating and power upgrades to your property.
Our team of government-approved installers has years of experience. We’ll assess your property and find the perfect combination of grants to maximise your savings.
If you’re in any doubt as to what the best energy grant solution would be for you, then contact our team today. We’ve got years of experience and are government-approved installers, so you can trust their advice completely.
Absolutely! We’re more than happy to help if you want to fund the project yourself, so speak to our expert team for advice on the best solution for you.
No, we are not a regulated lender or financial advisor. However, you could be eligible for a grant to help cover the cost. Reach out today to see if you qualify.