The Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) is the UK Government's main grant for helping homeowners move away from fossil-fuel heating. If you're considering an air source heat pump, it's likely the single biggest saving available to you.
What is the Boiler Upgrade Scheme?
The scheme is administered by Ofgem and provides an upfront grant towards eligible low-carbon heating installations in England and Wales. The grant is paid towards the installation, reducing what you pay — in many cases to nothing for a standard install.
Who is eligible?
Eligibility depends on your property and the installation meeting the scheme's technical requirements. Generally you'll need to be replacing a fossil-fuel system (such as a gas, oil or LPG boiler) and have a valid EPC without outstanding insulation recommendations, though requirements can change.
- Property in England or Wales
- Replacing fossil-fuel heating
- A valid EPC (with any insulation recommendations addressed)
- Installation by an MCS certified installer
How you apply
You don't apply directly — your MCS certified installer applies on your behalf and the grant is redeemed against your installation. This keeps the process simple: we handle the paperwork and show you the funded amount and any contribution in your written quotation.
Getting started
Because the scheme has finite funding and rules can be updated, it's worth checking your eligibility sooner rather than later. Complete our quick property check and we'll talk you through the current criteria for your home.
Could your home qualify for funded installation?
Take our quick property check and our team will let you know honestly where you stand — subject to eligibility and survey.
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