What Is the ECO4 Scheme: A Complete Guide to Getting A Free Boiler
With the rising cost of energy, improving your home’s efficiency has never been more important. Fortunately, the UK government’s ECO4 scheme is here to help. If you’ve heard about free boiler upgrades and energy efficiency grants but aren’t sure how it all works, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know.
What Is the ECO4 Scheme?
The ECO4 (Energy Company Obligation Phase 4) scheme is a government-backed initiative aimed at improving the energy efficiency of homes across the UK. Running from 2022 to 2026, the scheme focuses on supporting low-income households and those living in energy-inefficient homes.
It requires large energy companies to fund the installation of energy-saving improvements—like insulation, heating upgrades, and free boiler replacements—to help cut down energy usage and reduce fuel poverty.
What Measures Are Available Under ECO4?
The ECO4 scheme provides funding for a wide range of home upgrades, including:
✅ Free gas boiler replacements
✅ First-time central heating systems
✅ Loft, cavity wall, and underfloor insulation
✅ Air source heat pumps
✅ Electric storage heater upgrades
✅ Solar PV (solar panels)
✅ Free gas boiler replacements
✅ First-time central heating systems
✅ Loft, cavity wall, and underfloor insulation
✅ Air source heat pumps
✅ Electric storage heater upgrades
✅ Solar PV (solar panels)
Each home is assessed individually, and the upgrades installed will depend on your property’s current efficiency and heating system.
Who Qualifies for a Free Boiler Under ECO4?
To qualify for a free boiler or other ECO4 measures, you must meet certain criteria. Generally, your household must:
Receive qualifying government benefits, such as:
- Universal Credit
- Pension Credit (Guarantee Credit)
- Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)
- Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA)
- Housing Benefit
- Child Tax Credit
- Working Tax Credit
Live in a property with a low EPC rating (D, E, F, or G)
If you don’t have a valid EPC, one can be provided during your home survey.
Have an inefficient or broken heating system, such as a non-condensing boiler or no heating system at all.
How Does the Process Work?
At Asaf Hk Group Ltd, we make the ECO4 process simple and hassle-free:
Eligibility Check – We review your household and property details to see if you qualify.
Free Survey – A qualified assessor visits your home to complete an EPC check and recommend improvements.
Installation – Our certified engineers carry out the boiler replacement or other upgrades.
Aftercare – We ensure everything is working efficiently and provide support if needed.
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Asaf Hk Group Ltd helps UK households access ECO 4 funding, improving energy efficiency and tackling fuel poverty with government-backed support.