heating upgrade 2025

2025 Heating Grants Update: What’s New & How You Can Benefit

If you’ve been thinking about making your home warmer and more energy-efficient, 2025 might just be your year. The UK government has rolled out some major updates to heating grants, and they’re better (and easier) than ever. Whether you’re looking to upgrade to a heat pump, sort out your insulation, or just lower those scary energy bills, there’s something here for you.

Let’s break down what’s new and how you can take advantage.

Bigger & Better: Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS)

The Boiler Upgrade Scheme is still going strong and now it’s even more tempting.

Here’s what’s new in 2025:

  • More cash: You can now get up to £7,500 towards installing an air or ground source heat pump. That’s a serious boost compared to last year.

  • More money in the pot: With a £295 million budget for 2025/26, more people will get a slice of the pie.

  • Fewer hoops to jump through: You no longer need to have cavity wall or loft insulation first to qualify. One less thing to worry about!

  • Easier installs: Planning permission rules have been relaxed, so heat pumps can be fitted closer to your property boundaries.

Always go through a certified installer (like the ones we work with!) to make sure your grant goes smoothly.

New for 2025: Warm Homes – Local Grant

This new scheme is a big win for low-income households.

Here’s the lowdown:

  • £500 million has been set aside to help with things like insulation, solar panels, and heat pumps.

  • It’s aimed at homes with an EPC rating of D to G, that’s a lot of older properties!

  • Best part? It’s 100% free for eligible households. Yep, no catch.

Pro tip: This scheme is handled by your local council, so reach out to see if it’s available in your area, or drop us a message and we’ll help point you in the right direction.

The Big Picture: Warm Homes Plan

This one’s more of a long-term move, but it’s going to affect a lot of us.

  • £13.2 billion is being invested over the next 5 years to help homes across the UK go greener.

  • Think better insulation, cleaner heating systems, and even solar panels.

  • Priority goes to pensioners and low-income families, but it’s worth keeping an eye on if you’re planning upgrades down the line.

Bonus: Heat pump planning rules are getting even more relaxed to make installation smoother.

Other Helpful Schemes in 2025

  • ECO4: Still going strong—this one’s about helping low-income homes with insulation and heating improvements.

  • Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS): Works with energy suppliers to improve your home’s energy efficiency (and slash your bills).

  • Winter Fuel Payment: If you’re over a certain age, you could get £100–£300 to help with winter heating costs.

How to Make the Most of These Grants

Applying for a heating grant might sound complicated, but it really doesn’t have to be. At Free Heating UK, we make the process simple, quick, and hassle-free. Here’s how you can get started and make the most of the support available in 2025:

1.  Find Out if You’re Eligible

The first step? Knowing whether you qualify.

  • Most grants are aimed at low-income households or homes with poor energy efficiency ratings (typically EPC D–G).

  • You might also qualify if you’re receiving certain benefits or live in a property that’s hard to heat.

  • Not sure where you stand? Don’t stress, help is just a few clicks away.

Head to our website and use our free online eligibility checker. It only takes a minute and gives you instant results.

2. Book Your Free Home Assessment

Once you’ve checked your eligibility, it’s time to get a clearer picture of what you could receive.

  • We’ll arrange a completely free survey with one of our trusted, certified installers.

  • They’ll take a look at your home and recommend the best grant options for your needs—no pressure, no obligation.

  • Whether it’s a new boiler, a heat pump, or insulation, they’ll walk you through what’s possible.

Our partners are all MCS-certified, so you’ll be in safe hands from the very beginning.

3. Sit Back While We Handle Everything

Worried about applications, forms, or fine print? Don’t be. we’ve got it covered.

  • We take care of all the grant paperwork, coordinate with the installer, and handle approvals with the scheme providers.

  • There’s no chasing or confusion. We keep you updated every step of the way.

  • All you have to do is say yes, and we’ll take care of the rest.

 It’s a stress-free process from start to finish, designed to save you time, money, and effort.

4. Enjoy the Benefits: A Toasty, Cost-Efficient Home

With your upgrades complete, you’ll start seeing the benefits right away.

  • Your home will be warmer, more energy-efficient, and far more comfortable, especially in the colder months.

  • You’ll save money on your heating bills month after month.

  • And you’ll be doing your bit for the environment by cutting down on energy waste.

Many of our customers tell us it’s one of the best decisions they’ve ever made for their home.

Ready to Get Started?

2025 is shaping up to be a fantastic year for UK households looking to improve their heating and energy efficiency. With bigger grants, easier application processes, and brand-new schemes like the Warm Homes: Local Grant, there’s never been a better time to take action.

Whether you’re interested in switching to a heat pump, improving your insulation, or simply making your home more affordable to run. Free Heating UK is here to guide you every step of the way. From checking your eligibility to managing the paperwork and connecting you with trusted installers, we make the entire process simple and stress-free.

Don’t wait until the cold sets in, take advantage of these generous government grants while they’re available.

Start your free eligibility check today and take the first step toward a warmer, greener, more cost-effective home.