Free Central Heating For Over 70s
Home Owners & Private Tenants Qualify If :
✅ You have No Central Heating Currently Fitted OR You have A Warm Air Heating System Fitted
✅ You Receive Pension Credit / Other Qualifying Benefit
✅ Your Home EPC Is E – F – G
Easy Process To Apply
You Apply By Taking A Survey On This Page. We Check Your Application
Your Home Surveyed And Install Date Given
Your 100% FREE Heating & Insulation Is Fitted Within 21 Days
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How To Get Free Central Heating
If you are interested in FREE CENTRAL HEATING, please take a short survey below to apply.
All Eligible Applicants will be contacted within 24 hours.
Which Benefits Qualify For Free Central Heating ?
You ( or a family member that lives with you ) need to be in receipt of one or more of the benefits below.
- Pension Credit
- Universal Credit
- Tax Credits ( Child & Working)
- Housing Benefit
- Income Support
- Job Seekers Allowance
- Child Benefit ( Income Thresholds Apply)
- Employment & Support Allowance
Central Heating FAQS
Government Grants For Central Heating – Is This A Scam?
No It Is Not A Scam !
If you believe it is a scam I will come over to your house and eat your lunch for you ! SCAM INDEED !
Free Central Heating Contact Number
If you are having difficulty applying for the grant you can call us on 01902 753404
Why A Government Grant For A New Central Heating System?
Free Government Grants For Central Heating are part of the Energy Company Obligation to fund new heating systems for low income homes that are deemed to be in fuel poverty.
These people would not be able to afford the £5000 or so for a full central heating system and would be paying higher energy bills than they can afford. Central heating is the most cheapest way to heat a home and this grant would help many people in the UK.
What Current Heating Types Are Accepted For The Grant
Your home must be fitted with one of the following heating systems:
Electric room or storage heaters – Gas / Oil / Solid fuel room heaters – Gas fire only
Mains gas warm air system – Coal fire with back boiler
Electric underfloor / ceiling heating – Bottled LPG heating – No Heating At All
Is The Grant Repayable In The Future?
Full central heating grants are non-repayable and they will not have to be paid back in the future.
This applies even if you move home.
Are There Grants For Central Heating Boilers?
Yes We are taking applications for backboilers and non condensing boilers over 20 years old which are exchanged for free under Eco 4.
Can I Get A Grant For Free Central Heating Replacement?
If your home has had central heating fitted in the past but it has been removed, you will not qualify.
We are getting a lot of applicants for free central heating grants where the home has already got central heating fitted !
This scheme is for FIRST TIME CENTRAL HEATING only but people do not read the full criteria for the Central Heating Grant and still apply.
This results in many applications being forwarded straight to the dustbin unfortunately.
Please , if you have a boiler and radiators currently fitted in your home – YOU ARE NOT ELIGIBLE!
Homes with a boiler already fitted should apply for the BOILER GRANT SCHEME
Who Is Funding The Free Central Heating Grant?
This government scheme is funded by the ‘Big Six’ Utility companies.
The central heating grants scheme is part of the Affordable Warmth Scheme section of the Government’s ECO Scheme.
This is funded by a small levy on the electricity bills of every household in England, Scotland and Wales.
Learn more about the Affordable Warmth Scheme HERE.
Can You Get A Grant For Electric Central Heating?
Electric central heating is a very expensive way to heat your home and the grants are currently only available for gas central heating
We do not recommend fitting your home with an electricity-powered boiler, or fitting smart electric radiators as your power bills will be astronomical.
You can expect to easily increase your bills by over 40% by using electric as your main heating.
Does My Home Need To Be Insulated To Get Free Central Heating ?
Yes Sir . Your home needs to be fully insulated as a pre requisite to having central heating installed on the government grant scheme.
This is to save energy and make the new central heating system more effective in heating your home.
Our approved installers will check your existing insulation levels and install any insulation that is needed.
This will be free too as part of the grant. You could get over £5000 worth of value with this grant.
How Messy Is Installing Central Heating?
It is likely to cause a bit of disruption to your home and life for a few days.
You may find that some carpets will need to be lifted and surfaces might get a bit messy.
Are There Any Grants Available For Air Source Heat Pump Central Heating?
Yes . Some homes that are off the gas grid will be eligible for a free heat pump central heating. The homes will need to be solid wall to achieve maximum grants available and you may even get free external wall insulation too.
Air Source Central Heating runs on electricity and the system installed would be radiators, an ASHP Unit and a cylinder,
The air source heat pump absorbs heat from the outside air and converts this into a liquid refrigerant at a low temperature.
The pump compresses the liquid to increase its temperature and then condenses back into a liquid to release its stored heat.
The heat is sent to your radiators or underfloor heating.
Can You Get A Central Heating Grant On PIP?
Personal Independence Payment is not counted as a qualifying benefit for any Eco 4 Grants on this website.
All Disability benefits have now been disqualified from the Sheme.
What Does First Time Central Heating Mean?
First Time Central Heating Grants means there is a grant available to homes that are having it fitted for the very first time.
First Time Central Heating Grants cover the cost of:
- Supplying and installing a central heating boiler
- All radiators
- All necessary pipework
- All heating control systems.
- 5 year Warranty
When Is The Free Central Heating Scheme Ending?
The funding has been granted until 2026 but we feel the grant will run out before then.
Over 100 thousand heating systems have been fitted now and we anticipate that there will be a new focus towards renewable energy.
If you want to apply for central heating you should do it sooner than later.
Are Housing Association Tenants Eligible For Central Heating ?
Yes. If you live in a Housing Association you might be eligible for a grant for first time central heating.
✅ Your Energy Performance Certificate rating of E, F or G is needed
✅ You need permission from your HA
Can Shared Ownership Get A Free Central Heating Grant?
Unfortunately, if you rent your home from your local council or housing association, or you live in a shared ownership home you will not qualify for a free gas central heating grant.
You or someone living with you must receive one of the qualifying State Benefits, Tax Credits or Other Allowances below OR qualify under ECO Flex Rules
Can I Get A Grant For New Radiators?
There are no grants currently available to replace old radiators (as part of a central heating system) and you will be responsible for their replacement even if they have been fitted as part of a grant in the past.
Electric Storage heaters however do have grants currently available at the moment which are 100% fully funded.
No Gas In Your Area- What Central Heating Is Available?
If a gas supply is not available in your area, (subject to funding) first time central heating grants may fund one of the following:
- Biomass Boiler
- LPG Boiler
- Air Source Heat Pump
- Ground Source Heat Pump
- Electric Boiler
In most cases any of the above will require a contribution from the applicant
Free Central Heating – 8 Reasons To Apply Now!
- Free Central Heating Grant value
The First Time central Heating Grant is worth £4000 to you.
2. If you are eligible you will get a New Boiler , All radiators and fittings , fully fitted for 100 % FREE
That is a saving of over £3000 for a n average backboiler conversion
3. You will get Free 2 years warranty so you cancel expensive £20 a month boiler cover plans.
This will save you over £250 a year alone!
4. You will save money with reduced gas bills by having gas central heating fitted
- Central heating will save you up to £400 off your yearly heating bills when compared to other forms of heating especially electric heating
Put that money towards a holiday!
5. You can get shot of the old and costly to run storage heaters & upgrade to a Top of the Range Worcester Bosch or Vaillant.
Be the envy of your neighbours who will all be jealous!
6. One of our chosen boilers we like to offer is the “Worcester Bosch” which has been voted Which Boiler of the Year for 8 years running.
Everyone loves this super reliable boiler as they enjoy peace of mind and rarely have tenants complaining about heating breakdowns.
7. Grants can end at any time without warning.
The Government never seem to give notice when they are about to pull the plug on funding for Grants.
8. You will improve the home energy efficiency rating of your property so making it more attractive to buyers.
Claim Your Grant now while there is still time. You will be kicking yourself if you miss this one.
- Free Central Heating Grant value
What Is Central Heating?
Central Heating is how over 75% of the Uk heat their homes.
A central heating system consists of a boiler which has pipework and radiators connected to it and it provides the heat for the whole house.
The boiler heats up water via a heat exchanger and then the pump moves this heated water from the boiler through the pipework to the radiators, and back to the boiler for reheating.
It also provides hot water to the hot taps in your home.
What Fuel Does A Boiler Use?
Boilers are usually fuelled by
- Natural gas
- Oil / LPG
- Electric
What Types Of Boiler Are In A Central Heating System
There are generally two types of boiler:
A conventional boiler – This system consists of a pump, a programmer and a room thermostat.
The heating and hot water are controlled separately by using the programmer.
It heats hot water and stores it in a cylinder, usually found in your airing cupboard.
A combination (combi) boiler – this system has a programmer and a thermostat. Combi boilers heat hot water on demand so no need to store hot water wastefully.
Room thermostat
Room thermostats are usually found in the hall, lounge or dining room and they set the temperature of your home.
They work by sensing the temperature around it and when the air around the thermostat reaches the set temperature, it signals the boiler to turn off.
When the temperature drops, the thermostat sends another signal to the boiler to start up again.
Temperature Setting
For best use of expensive heat , many people set their thermostat between 18oC and 21oC . These temperatures are usually comfortable enough for most people.
Thermostatic radiator valves
These valves are fitted to individual radiators to control the temperature of the room they are in.
They shut off the flow of the water to the radiator when the desired temperature is reached.
Valves are often fitted to radiators in every room, apart from the bathroom and hall or the room where the room thermostat is fitted.
Programmer
The programmer is a control panel on the wall which allows you to set the time you want your heating and hot water to come on and go off.
Rocket science is easier than programming these things unfortunately! You can set it to turn the heating on once or twice a day, on continuously or completely off.
Boiler thermostat
This controls the temperature of the water going around the radiators.
We recommend you set both the heating and hot water around 50 degrees.
Combination boilers have two: one for heating and one for hot water.
Cylinder thermostat
If you have a hot water cylinder, it will be fitted with a cylinder thermostat to control the temperature of the hot water. This should be set to a temperature of around 60°C (140°F).
Warm Air Central Heating - Can I Get A Grant?
There are grants to upgrade old warm air systems to central heating.
These are fully funded too !
If interested in upgrading your old 1970s warm air system you should visit our Warm Air Heating Page to apply.
What Is The British Gas Cost For Central Heating?
The cost of installing central heating can vary depending on the type of system installed, its size, and the requirements of the home.
According to Boiler Guide, the average cost of installing central heating is between £3,500 and £7,0002.
Checkatrade estimates that for a two-bed bungalow, you could expect to spend around £5,200 to install gas central heating3.
Householdquotes.co.uk states that the cost of installing central heating in a home typically ranges from £2,000 to £5,000 depending on the type of system installed, its size, and the requirements of the home
Are There Oil Central Heating Grants?
No. The government is doing away with oil and mains gas heating in favour of renewable energy.
You may get an Air Source Heat Pump Central Heating Grant if you currently have oil heating.
See Our OIL BOILER GRANTS page
Why A Grant For A Central Heating ?
Free Central Heating is part of the Energy Company Obligation to fund new heating systems for low income homes that are deemed to be in fuel poverty.
These people would not be able to afford the £5000 or so for a full central heating system and would be paying higher energy bills than they can afford. Central heating is the most cheapest way to heat a home and this grant would help many people in the UK.
How Much Is a New Central Heating System ?
The cost of a new central heating system often falls between £3,500 and £5,000 depending on the size of your property.
A large, four bedroom house will require more radiators and pipework for example than a small two bed flat – but generally, we estimate that the full central heating installation costs will come to around £3,000 to £5,500 for an average three bedroom home.
This will depend on how much work is involved and whether it is a new install or if old heating has to be removed etc.
This price will get you a full central heating system that includes a boiler, radiators, heating controls and pipework.
You can check prices for Central Heating at MR CENTRAL HEATING
Are There Free Central Heating Grants For Landlords?
Yes. Landlords are eligible to apply as long as they have a tenant in residence on a qualifying benefit and there is no central heating system in place at the property.
Our Contact Details
Carlo Lega Director
Phone – 01902 753404 – 07963 243311 Email – help@warmahomes.uk
117 Wrottesley Road West Wolverhampton WV6 8UP