Grants don’t need to be repaid. Which one you can get depends on where you live, whether you own or rent, your income and what you want to install.
Last reviewed 3 November 2026 · Independent guide, not affiliated with the UK Government
| Grant | Where | Who it’s for | What you get |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warm Homes: Local Grant | England | Lower-income owners and private renters in homes rated EPC D to G | Free upgrades arranged by your council |
| Boiler Upgrade Scheme | England and Wales | Homeowners and landlords replacing fossil fuel heating | £7,500 off a heat pump, £9,000 for off-gas homes until March 2027 |
| Social housing funding | England | Council and housing association tenants | Upgrades through your landlord |
| ECO4 | Great Britain | Lower-income households | Closes 31 December 2026 |
| Nest, Home Energy Scotland, Affordable Warmth | Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland | Varies | Varies |
Grants and the Warm Homes loan can work together. See loan, grant or both.
No genuine grant costs money to apply for
If someone asks for a fee to “secure” a grant, it’s a scam. Read how to spot a Warm Homes scam.
Latest on grants
- ECO4 closes on 31 December 2026: what to do if you are waiting for work
- Off oil or LPG? The £9,000 heat pump grant runs until 31 March 2027
- Budget cuts £1bn from Warm Homes Plan grants: what it means for you
Not sure what applies to you?
Answer up to seven questions and we’ll show the grants and loans you may qualify for, with the official contact for each.