Boiler Upgrade Scheme

The Boiler Upgrade Scheme is a government grant programme that helps property owners replace traditional heating systems, such as gas and oil boilers, with low-carbon heating technologies.

The scheme aims to make environmentally friendly heating more affordable, reduce carbon emissions and support the transition towards more sustainable homes and buildings.

Rather than paying the full installation cost yourself, you can receive a government grant towards an eligible replacement heating system. The grant is deducted from your installation quote by your approved installer, reducing the amount you need to pay.

The Benefits of the Boiler Upgrade Scheme

Upgrading your heating system can offer several advantages, from reducing your reliance on fossil fuels to improving the long-term efficiency of your property.

• Reduce your upfront installation costs

• Improve your home’s energy efficiency

• Reduce your carbon footprint

• Potentially lower your energy bills

How Do You Qualify for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme?

• You must own the property.
• You must be replacing an eligible existing heating system.

• Gas boilers
• Oil boilers
• LPG boilers
• Other eligible fossil fuel heating systems

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to apply for the grant myself?

No. The scheme is installer-led. We’ll apply for the grant on your behalf and deduct its value from your quotation.

You should ensure the grant is clearly shown in your quote so you understand the final amount payable.

Can I use the grant to replace my gas boiler with a new gas boiler?

No. The Boiler Upgrade Scheme does not fund a like-for-like gas boiler replacement. It is intended to support the installation of eligible low-carbon heating systems.

Will my energy bills go down?

They may, but savings are not guaranteed.

The outcome depends on your existing heating system, the efficiency of your new installation, electricity and fuel prices, insulation and how you use your heating.

Ask your installer for an estimate of annual running costs based on your property and energy tariff.

Can landlords apply?

Yes. Private landlords who own eligible properties can apply, subject to the scheme’s requirements.

The property and proposed heating system must meet the relevant eligibility conditions.