Boiler Upgrade Scheme: Up to £7,500 for Heat Pumps
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The Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) provides upfront grants of up to £7,500 to help property owners in England and Wales replace fossil fuel or electric heating systems with low-carbon heat pumps. A £2,500 grant is available for air-to-air heat pumps, and £5,000 for biomass boilers in eligible rural properties.
Grant amounts
Eligibility requirements
- You must own the property (including second homes, rental properties, and self-builds — but not most new builds or social housing)
- Your property must have a valid EPC (issued within the last 10 years)
- You must be replacing a fossil fuel or electric heating system (gas, oil, LPG, or electric)
- No income test — available to all eligible property owners regardless of earnings
- The installation must be done by an MCS-certified installer
How it works
- Check eligibility — Confirm your property qualifies
- Get quotes — An MCS-certified installer surveys your property and provides a quote
- Installer applies — Your installer applies for the BUS grant on your behalf
- Grant applied — The £7,500 is deducted from the installation cost upfront
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme runs until March 2028. Applications must be submitted by 31 December 2027. It operates on a first-come, first-served basis, so it's worth applying as soon as you're ready.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to be on benefits to get a heat pump grant?
No. The Boiler Upgrade Scheme has no income test — any property owner in England or Wales can apply, regardless of earnings. You just need a valid EPC and must be replacing fossil fuel or electric heating.
Can landlords apply for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme?
Yes, landlords can apply for the BUS grant for rental properties. The grant is deducted from the installation cost upfront by the MCS-certified installer.
How much does a heat pump cost after the grant?
A typical air source heat pump costs £8,000-£15,000 installed. With the £7,500 BUS grant, your out-of-pocket cost could be as low as £500-£7,500 depending on property size and system type.
When does the Boiler Upgrade Scheme end?
The scheme runs until March 2028. Applications must be submitted by 31 December 2027. It operates on a first-come, first-served basis.
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