Boiler Upgrade Scheme

This scheme provides grants for the installation of new zero or low carbon heating systems such as heat pumps or biomass boilers. Find out more about air source heat pumps.

Who is this available to?

The boiler upgrade scheme is available to property owners (including owner-occupiers, landlords and businesses) who:

  • have a valid Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) with no outstanding recommendations for cavity wall or loft insulation
  • have or plan to install a new heating system after 01 April 2022
  • are replacing a fossil fuel heating system such as oil, gas or electric

What is available?

Grants are available for:

  • £7,500 towards air source heat pumps or ground/water source heat pumps
  • £9,000 temporary grant for air or ground source heat pumps in off-gas grid properties replacing oil or LPG (available until 31 March 2027)
  • £5,000 towards a biomass boiler (if the property is off the gas grid in a rural area)
  • £2,500 towards residential air-to-air heat pumps
Heat pump

How do I get access to grant funding?

To get access to a grant, you’ll first need to contact a suitable MCS certified installer. Search for an installer here. After contacting an installer, they will be able to confirm your eligibility. Once you have agreed a quote with your chosen installer, they will make the application for the grant on your behalf.

Visit the GOV.UK website for more information.