Get a FREE energy savings grant worth up to £50,000
Secure your grant today under the government’s ECO4 funding scheme- eligible households could save up to 40% on their energy bills by having their homes upgraded with insulation, efficient heating & heating controls and new solar panels.
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You will never be asked to pay for any of the upgrades as part of the ECO4 scheme.
What is the ECO4 grant scheme?
The Energy Company Obligation (ECO) scheme is a government programme designed to help homeowners and tenants make their homes more energy efficient. The scheme provides financial assistance to vulnerable and low-income householders who want to install energy saving measures in their home. The types of measures that can be funded include loft, roof and wall insulation (with plastering), boiler replacement, electric heating, heat pumps and solar PV. All of which are 100% free.
What is ECO FLEX?
ECO Flex is essentially ECO4 with flexible eligibility – it enables local councils to widen the eligibility criteria for the ECO scheme so that they can identify households that are not in receipt of means-tested benefits but who may benefit from heating and energy saving measures. Under FLEX, households can receive all the benefits of ECO4, all of which are 100% free. If your local council is not offering FLEX and your property is in council tax band A, B, C, or D, call us and enquire about funding from the Great British Insulation Scheme.
How is it free?
The ECO scheme is administered by the main energy companies to improve the energy efficiency of homes in the UK. The energy suppliers are obligated to do this- it does not matter which energy company you are with; this is a government requirement so that they meet their carbon environmental targets and tackle fuel poverty.
What is available to you?
Solar PV Panels
100% FREE grant funding for solar panels.
First time central heating
Funding available for people who use Oil, Electric, Coal or Wood.
Wall insulation
Funding available for Loft, Room in Roof & Solid Wall Insulation.
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Have you been declined for funding in the past?
The criteria for funding changes on a regular basis. If you have been unsuccessful in the past, you may be accepted now as the government is keen to help more households receive free funding. We always let our customers know if new funding has been released and if they can benefit from that too.Â
Frequently Asked Questions
Most frequent questions and answers
What is the Energy Company Obligation (ECO) scheme?
The Energy Company Obligation (ECO) scheme is a government initiative in the United Kingdom aimed at improving the energy efficiency of homes and reducing carbon emissions. It requires large energy suppliers to provide funding for the installation of energy-saving measures, such as insulation and heating upgrades, in eligible households.
Who is eligible for support under the ECO scheme?
Eligibility for the ECO4 scheme varies depending on factors such as household income, receipt of certain benefits, property type, and geographic location. Typically, households receiving means-tested benefits or living in properties with low energy efficiency ratings are eligible for support.
What types of energy efficiency measures are covered under the ECO scheme?
The ECO4 scheme covers a range of energy efficiency measures, including loft insulation, solid wall insulation, boiler replacements, solar panels and heating system upgrades. An assessment is produced using approved government software which generates recommendation for the property based on data collected about the property at the home survey. The measures to be fitted at the home are based on these recommendations.
Which benefits qualify under the ECO scheme?
To qualify for the ECO4 scheme, at least one person living at the property has to be in receipt of, or have received within the past 6 months, one of the benefits listed below:
1) Income based Jobseekers Allowance (JSA)
2) Income related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)
3) Income Support (IS)
4) Pension Credit Guarantee Credit (PCGC)
5) Working Tax Credit (WTC)
6) Child Tax Credit (CTC)
7) Universal Credit (UC)
8) Housing Benefit
9) Pension Credit Savings Credit (PCSC)
10) Child Benefit (subject to income caps and composition
Is support under the ECO4 scheme free?
Eligible households can receive energy efficiency measures funded through the ECO scheme at no cost to them. As part of the application process, you will be asked to provide a copy of your proof of address and consent to your benefit entitlement being confirmed with the energy saving trust. It typically takes 48 hours to confirm that an applicant is in receipt of a qualifying benefit.
How long does it take to have energy efficiency measures installed under the ECO scheme?
After submitting an enquiry, a member of our team will be in touch within 48 hours. They will ask you a few questions and answer any questions you may have. They will then book an appointment for a surveyor to visit your property and look at your heating, ventilation and insulation. We will then liase with the energy company and seek acceptance for funding for the property. The time frame for receiving decisions can range from a few days to a few weeks- we will keep you updated weekly.
If you would like us to prioritise your install due to health reasons, we have a dedicated team who can assist with this so please let our team know during your telephone assessment and you will be guaranteed a priority install.
Can landlords apply for support under the ECO4 scheme for their rental properties?
Yes, landlords of private rented properties may be eligible to apply for support under the ECO4 scheme, provided they meet the eligibility criteria. A tenant residing in the property must be in receipt of a qualifying benefit and must consent and comply with relevant regulations.If you would like us to prioritise your install due to health reasons, we have a dedicated team who can assist with this so please let our team know during your telephone assessment and you will be guaranteed a priority install.