Benefits for ECO4 Scheme Eligibility
On Benefits? Get Free Home Energy Efficiency Improvements Now!
Is someone in your household claiming benefits? If so, they could unlock free government backed funding to improve your home and help you save thousands on your energy bills.
What is the catch?
It may sound too good to be true, but there’s no catch. If your circumstances and benefits meet the government’s criteria, the ECO4 grant is accessible to you.
Right now, eligible applicants on benefits can have their home upgraded absolutely free of charge as part of the government’s efforts to make them more energy efficient and reduce our carbon footprint as part of international treaty agreements.
The ECO4 initiative supports low-income households in the poorest efficiency homes (EPC ratings E, F & G) by covering the cost of energy-efficient home upgrades, eliminating any financial burden.
Who Qualifies?
At first glance, this may sound a little too good to be true, but there really is no catch. Provided your circumstances align with the government’s criteria, the ECO4 grant will be accessible to you.
If you are a homeowner or private tenant and receive any of the qualifying benefits listed below, you are likely to be eIf you’re either a private tenant or a homeowner and you receive one (or more) of the following benefits then you are likely eligible for this government backed scheme.
- Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA)
- Income-related Employment & Support Allowance (ESA)
- Income Support (IS)
- Pension Credit Guarantee Credit
- Working Tax Credit (WTC)
- Child Tax Credits (CTC)
- Universal Credit (UC)
- Housing Benefit
- Pension Credit Savings Credit
- Child Benefit* (subject to household income thresholds) eligible for the ECO4 grant.
How Do I Find Out If I Qualify? It takes just 60 seconds!
It takes less than 60 seconds to complete our free eligibility check! Fill in your details and we will process your application completely free.
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What Measures Are Covered?
Measures are determined by your circumstances, such as the current efficiency of your home and the type of heating you already have (e.g. electric, oil, gas etc). Measures include:
- Loft and Wall Insulation
- First Time Central Heating
- Gas Boiler Upgrades
- Solar Panels
- Electric Storage Heaters
- Smart Heating Controls
- Air Source Heat Pumps
- Well Ventilated Cavity Wall Insulation
How Does UKEM Fit In? (FAQ)
We are your partners in this journey. We will guide you through the entire process, from start to finish.
We will also manage every step to secure the best funding options available, ensuring your home becomes more comfortable and energy-efficient.
Who Pays You?
We are paid by the energy companies who have been obligated by the government to improve the poorest energy-efficient homes.
You do not have to pay us a penny.
What if I Decide Not To Proceed?
Even if you qualify you are not obligated to complete any of the work. Whether you proceed or not, you will not have to pay us a penny.
You have literally no reason not to see if your household qualifies for this scheme if you meet the above criteria.
Need More Information?
No problem! Our website contains lots more information on the ECO4 scheme, what it is, how it works etc. Check out the following additional pages easily on the list below, or call one of our friendly team members on 0191 466 1185.
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