Available ECO4 Grants
Government-backed ECO4 funding is available to help UK households improve energy efficiency and reduce energy bills.
Below are the types of grants currently available through the ECO4 scheme.
Government-backed ECO4 funding is available to help UK households improve energy efficiency and reduce energy bills.
Below are the types of grants currently available through the ECO4 scheme.
Under ECO4, households eligible may get free or subsidised improvements including:
Loft insulation
Cavity-wall insulation
Underfloor or floor insulation (in some cases)
First time central heating (FTCH)
Heating system upgrades — e.g. replacing inefficient boilers with modern efficient boilers or installing new central heating/heating systems (including green heating like heat pumps)
Heating controls and smart heating controls (thermostats, controls) sometimes included as part of heating upgrades.
Renewable energy/green-energy options in some cases — e.g. heat pumps, and sometimes solar PV panels (depending on property and heating type)
(Sometimes) other energy-efficiency or home-improvement measures depending on property condition: draught-proofing, ventilation, double/triple glazing or doors/windows upgrades — though availability depends on property and installer.
Qualifying Benefits
▪ Universal Credit
▪ Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA)
▪ Income Support
▪ Income-related Employment & Support Allowance (ESA)
▪ Pension Credit (Guarantee Credit or Savings Credit)
▪ Working Tax Credit
▪ Child Tax Credit
▪ Housing Benefit
▪ Child Benefit (income limits apply)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Do I need to receive benefits to qualify?
No — under GBIS, some households may qualify based on home energy efficiency, EPC rating, council tax band, or other factors. ECO4 does require benefits in most cases, but GBIS gives another route
Is the funding really free?
Yes. If eligible, the improvements are funded through a government-backed scheme.
What improvements can I get?
Upgrades may include:
• Loft insulation
• Cavity wall insulation
• Solid wall insulation
• Boiler upgrades
• Heat pumps
• Solar (in some cases)
The exact improvements depend on eligibility and a home survey
How long does the process take?
Most applications take under 60 seconds to submit. After that, a survey and installation can take 2–6 weeks, depending on location and installer availability.
Do I need to own the property?
No — homeowners and private tenants may apply.
If renting, landlord permission is required.
Is this a government scheme?
Yes — the scheme is part of the UK government’s ECO4 and GBIS programmes to improve energy efficiency and reduce household bills.