Replacing an old boiler can feel like a big financial commitment, especially if you’re considering upgrading to a cleaner, more efficient heating system. Thankfully, government grants are available to help reduce the cost of switching from a fossil fuel boiler to a low carbon alternative like a heat pump.
In this article, we break down the key boiler replacement grants available, how they work, who qualifies, and how Heat Charge Evolution helps you secure them with zero hassle.
Why government grants exist
The UK Government is committed to reducing carbon emissions and transitioning homes away from ageing, inefficient boilers. Heating is one of the biggest sources of domestic energy use, so helping homeowners switch to cleaner systems, especially heat pumps, is a major part of the national energy strategy.
To encourage this transition, several grant schemes are available that make replacing your boiler far more affordable.
The main grant: The Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS)
The most significant government support available today is the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS).
What the BUS Offers
Homeowners can receive:
£9,000 towards the installation of an air source heat pump
This grant is designed to reduce the upfront cost and make low carbon heating competitive with, or cheaper than, replacing a gas boiler.
Key benefits
• Reduces installation cost immediately
• No need to repay
• Available to most homeowners
• Encourages a more efficient, future proof heating system
• Can significantly lower long term running costs
How the grant is applied
You do not claim the grant yourself. Heat Charge Evolution handles the entire application process for you and deducts the £9,000 directly from your final installation cost.
Other grants and support schemes
Although the Boiler Upgrade Scheme is the primary route for replacing a boiler with a heat pump, there are other support schemes designed for households in specific situations:
1. ECO style schemes
These programmes are designed to support low income households or those at risk of fuel poverty. While they traditionally focus on insulation and boiler upgrades, some versions may support low carbon heating measures.
2. Home upgrade grants
Available in certain regions or councils, these grants help off gas grid homes with low incomes or lower EPC ratings upgrade to modern heating and insulation systems.
3. Local authority schemes
Some councils offer additional funding for heat pumps, insulation or energy saving measures. These vary by region.
4. Combined support measures
In some cases, insulation grants and heating grants can be used together to maximise savings and improve overall efficiency.
If you’re unsure whether you qualify for any additional support, Heat Charge Evolution can guide you during your free home survey.
Who qualifies for Boiler Replacement Grants?
Eligibility depends on the type of grant, but for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, the most widely used — the requirements are simple:
You’re likely eligible If:
• You own your home
• Your home is in England or Wales
• You are replacing a fossil fuel boiler (gas, oil, LPG, or electric)
• The system will be installed by an accredited installer
• Your property is not a new build
Most homeowners meet these requirements, making BUS the easiest and most accessible grant available.
How Heat Charge Evolution helps you access grants
Heat Charge Evolution removes all the complexity from the grant process. We provide an end to end service, so you never have to touch a single form or government portal.
We handle everything, including:
• Confirming your eligibility
• Preparing your application
• Submitting it to the Government
• Securing the £9,000 grant
• Deducting it directly from your final bill
• Designing and installing your new heating system
You get all the benefits of the grant without the admin.
Why consider replacing your boiler now?
With fuel prices rising and low carbon heating becoming more mainstream, now is one of the best times to switch.
Replacing your fossil fuel boiler now can offer:
• Lower monthly running costs (especially with a heat pump)
• A cleaner, more efficient heating system
• Reduced carbon footprint
• A more future proof home
• Access to generous government support while funding is still available
Heat pumps are VAT free until 2027, and with the Boiler Upgrade Scheme already covering £9,000 of the cost, many homeowners are finding the switch far more affordable than expected.
Government grants make replacing your boiler with a modern, efficient heat pump easier and more affordable than ever. The Boiler Upgrade Scheme provides a significant £9,000 discount, and with Heat Charge Evolution managing the entire application for you, upgrading couldn’t be simpler.
If you’re thinking about replacing your boiler, now is the ideal time. Book your free home survey with Heat Charge Evolution, and we’ll guide you through your grant options and help you transition to cleaner, cheaper home heating.
