ECO4 scheme

What is the ECO4 scheme?

ECO4 represents a government initiative aimed at reducing energy consumption and cutting costs for households in the United Kingdom. The program assists British families in enhancing the insulation of their homes, thereby improving heat retention, which, in turn, leads to reduced electricity and gas usage for heating purposes.

By becoming a participant, you can enjoy financial savings on your utility bills while contributing to environmental conservation. The ECO4 Scheme provides various energy-efficient upgrades at no cost to you, such as improved heating systems, insulation for your loft and walls, smart thermal controls, solar panels, and even air source heat pumps. All of these upgrades are fully funded by the ECO4 Scheme.

This marks the culmination of the fourth phase of the ECO program, so there's no need to delay—start your application today.

Who qualifies for the ECO4 scheme?

The ECO4 scheme provides a variety of energy-saving measures, and the allocation of these measures is contingent on specific eligibility criteria. If you receive eligible benefits and are either a homeowner or a private tenant, you have a favorable chance of receiving support from energy suppliers through this program, which has been in operation since the previous April.

To assess your eligibility for the ECO4 Scheme, a benefit status check by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is conducted. In some cases, you may be required to furnish a Child Benefit Award Notice or provide a self-declaration regarding your household income. It is crucial that your income falls within the specified thresholds to be considered.

If you are a landlord and your tenant receives benefits, you can encourage them to apply for the grant. This way, you can enhance the energy efficiency of your property for the long term, whether by installing free electric storage heaters or taking advantage of insulation grants like free cavity wall insulation or loft insulation grants.

For individuals who do not receive benefits but reside in highly energy-inefficient properties, there is still hope. You may qualify for the scheme through the Flexible Eligibility (LA Flex) program, endorsed by certain councils, which opens the door to energy-efficient improvements in your home.

Eligibility for the ECO4 Grant:

Child Tax Credit
Working Tax Credit
Universal Credit
Housing Benefit
Income Support

Pension Credit Guarantee Credit

Pension Credit Saving Credit
Income Based Jobseekers Allowance
Income Related Employment and Support Allowance
Child Benefits (Subject to income threshold)

Child Benefit Income Requirement:

Number of children

Single claimant

£19900

£24800

£29600

£34500

Member of a couple

£27500

£32300

£37200

£42000