Replacing your boiler is important if you want to reduce bills and benefit from a more efficient property. And there are ways you can get a new boiler installed for free, under the ECO boiler and ECO grants scheme.<\/p>\n
The ECO boiler and ECO grants are available in England, Wales and Scotland, typically for those on a low income or receiving Government support. The Energy Company Obligation is funded by energy companies though, namely the big six which includes British Gas, npower and Scottish and Southern.<\/p>\n
The idea is to help people manage their expenses by lowering heating bills. Eligible households will benefit from an energy efficient boiler with an A-rating. Your boiler will need to be older than 10 years and the new installation will be completed by a Gas Safe registered engineer.<\/p>\n
If you don\u2019t qualify for this scheme, there are other options too, namely the Green Deal which issues you with a loan to cover the installation. Repayments are made with the money saved on fuel bills.<\/p>\n
To qualify for this scheme you\u2019ll need to be a homeowner or tenant with your landlord\u2019s permission.
\nYou will also need to be receiving one of the benefits listed below:<\/p>\n
For those who receive Income Support, JSA or any other income related allowance must have one of the following conditions too:<\/p>\n
You may also be in receipt of one of the following:<\/p>\n
If you believe you\u2019re eligible then apply to the scheme with the form provided below. Once completed we will give you a quick call to run through your details and ensure you meet the eligibility criteria. We will also ask for the make and model of your existing boiler system and where it is fitted. Having this information to hand will make your application quicker.<\/p>\n