Energy Grants UK – Upgrade Your Home
The UK government offers a range of energy grants designed to help households improve energy efficiency, lower bills, and reduce carbon emissions. From insulation and heating upgrades to low‑carbon technologies, these home energy upgrade grants make it more affordable to improve your home.
At Improveasy, we help homeowners understand which schemes apply to them, check eligibility, and manage the process from start to finish.
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What Are Energy Grants in the UK?
Energy grants in the UK are government‑backed funding schemes designed to help households reduce energy costs and improve the efficiency of their homes. These grants are typically delivered through national programmes and local authority initiatives, with funding provided by central government or energy suppliers.
They may cover all or part of the cost of:
- Home insulation
- Low‑carbon heating (such as heat pumps)
- Energy‑efficiency improvements
Most grants are applied directly to the installation cost, reducing the amount you need to pay upfront.
Who can access home energy upgrade grants?
Landlords
Vulnerable / low-income households
UK Home Energy Grants & Schemes Explained
Below are the main energy grants available in the UK for home upgrades. Each scheme has its own rules, eligibility criteria, and funding levels.
Select an option
Warm Homes Plan
Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS)
ECO4 & ECO Flex
A £15 billion UK government programme to upgrade up to five million homes by 2030, cutting energy bills through energy-efficient upgrades.
Best for: Households looking to reduce energy bills and improve home comfort
Covers: Insulation, heating upgrades, and energy-saving improvements
The UK Government announced the long-awaited Warm Homes Plan in January 2026, setting out a £15 billion national programme to cut energy bills and improve home energy efficiency across the country.
Key benefits:
- Lower energy bills and improved comfort
- Support with funding and affordable options
- Simple, guided process from start to finish
Best for: Homes needing insulation upgrades
Covers: Loft insulation, cavity wall insulation
The Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS) helps households improve insulation, reducing heat loss and energy bills.
Key benefits:
- Reduced or free insulation
- Available to a broad range of households
- Quick improvements with immediate impact
Best for: Low‑income households and vulnerable homes
Covers: Insulation, heating upgrades, energy‑efficiency measures
The Energy Company Obligation (ECO4) scheme requires energy suppliers to fund improvements in eligible homes. ECO Flex allows local authorities to widen eligibility beyond standard criteria.
Key benefits:
- Fully or heavily funded upgrades
- Focus on reducing fuel poverty
- Available to homeowners and some private tenants
One Partner for Every Energy Grant
We ensure you access the right grant, without confusion or pressure
Navigating energy grants can be confusing. Improveasy simplifies the process by:
Checking eligibility across multiple schemes
Explaining which grants apply to your home
Managing applications and paperwork
Coordinating accredited installers
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