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Homes in the UK can access financial help with purchasing and installing a heat pump through wide-ranging government air source or ground source heat pump grants. These schemes cover not only heat pumps, but also other renewable and energy-efficient technologies, such as solar panels and insulation. Homeowners can also pair a heat pump and solar panels, taking advantage of the grants for both.
In this guide, we will give you a rundown of all the available heat pump grants in the UK in 2024 to help you learn how to minimise the costs of a new heat pump installation for your home.
As of 23 October 2023, the Boiler Upgrade Scheme heat pump grant increased to £7,500 for air source heat pumps and ground source heat pumps, up from £5,000 and £6,000, respectively.
This was confirmed in an announcement by the UK Government in September 2023.
Once you have a better idea of the financial aspect of getting a heat pump for your home, the next step is to find a reliable installer to work with. Looking for one on your own can take hours of your precious time. Thankfully, we can help you avoid any tedious research and put you in touch with up to 4 local heat pump installers. Simply click the button below and fill in our 30-second form, then sit back and let installers reach out to you with free, non-binding quotes!
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The following UK heat pump grants are currently available (2024):
The important thing to remember is that since these same government grants also cover other home improvement solutions, heat pump funding is subject to availability. What this means for you is that grants work on a first come first serve basis. The good news is that most UK homeowners are eligible for at least one grant.
This post will be regularly updated in line with the latest government announcements to ensure that environmentally-conscious UK homes don’t miss out on new opportunities.
You may be eligible for a heat pump grant if you meet the following criteria:
Once you’ve determined whether you’re eligible for a heat pump grant, the next thing you will need to do is apply for it. Additionally, to make the most of the financial assistance you receive, you will want to look for the best deal for a new heat pump installation. However, finding suitable options among the countless renewable heating installation companies out there could take you several hours, if not days.
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The application process for a government grant depends on the scheme you’d like to apply for. To start the application for these government grants, you can:
In addition to applying for a grant or scheme, the surest way to minimise your costs is to secure the best deal possible for your heat pump installation. This involves comparing labour costs across different installation companies, which can take hours of painstaking research.
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Yes. There are various grants available that help cover the upfront costs of heat pumps. Most recently, the government launched the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, which offers £5,000 towards the cost of a new air source heat pump, and £6,000 towards the cost of a new ground source heat pump. This is available to homeowners in England and Wales.
To learn more about the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, as well as other region-specific grants across the UK, read our article about government heat pump grants.
There are several government grants available with the aim of reducing upfront air source heat pumps costs:
To learn more about these air source heat pump grants, read our article about government heat pump grants.
Through some government grants for heat pumps, such as Warmer Homes Scotland and the Nest Scheme, in Wales, it is possible to get a free heat pump provided that you meet the eligibility criteria.
This depends on the grant you are interested in. In most cases, these grants are aimed at all homeowners, small landlords, private landlords, and tenants of private-sector landlords.
Some grants, such as the Nest Scheme in Wales, are aimed at improving homes with poor insulation or energy efficiency. To qualify, you must be the recipient of some means-tested benefits.
To learn more about what grants are available, and what eligibility criteria you will have to meet, read our article about government heat pump grants.
The application process for a government heat pump grant depends on the scheme you’d like to apply for. In most cases, this would mean filling in an application form or contacting their advisors. The Boiler Upgrade Scheme operates a little differently in that you need to first find an MSC-certified installer who will apply for the funding on your behalf.
Meghna is an experienced writer and editor here to untangle the sustainability speak—air source, ground source, or solar? She translates complex topics into bite-sized nuggets you actually understand, offering clear, actionable steps for a greener life. In the years past, she has written about varied topics like hearing health, B2B services (coffee machines and printers, anyone?), marketing technologies—even a short stint in fashion and politics—and everything in between.