Heat Pump Grants
If you’re looking for a heat pump grant in the UK, you may be able to get up to £9,000 off the cost of a new air source or ground source heat pump.
The government’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme is open to eligible homeowners and small business owners in England and Wales.
If you’re looking for a heat pump grant in the UK, you may be able to get up to £9,000 off the cost of a new air source or ground source heat pump. The government’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme is open to eligible homeowners and small business owners in England and Wales.
Why people are searching for a heat pump grant
Most people start by searching for a heat pump grant UK or “Boiler Upgrade Scheme eligibility” because they want to know:
How much grant they can get
Whether their home qualifies
If a heat pump will work with their property and budget
This page explains exactly what’s available in 2026, how the grant works, and how to check your eligibility.
How much grant can you get?
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme offers grants towards the cost of installing eligible low-carbon heating systems:
£7,500 towards an air source heat pump
£7,500 towards a ground source heat pump
Temporary Uplift for Off-Gas-Grid Homes
£9,000 towards an air-to-water or ground source heat pump but only if you’re currently heating with oil or LPG (not connected to mains gas)
This increased grant is available from 21 July 2026 to 31 March 2027 only
There is also a £2500 grant for air-to-air heat pumps in residential properties and a £5,000 grant for eligible biomass boilers in some circumstances.
The grant is applied by your MCS-certified installer, who handles the application and deducts the amount from your final installation cost.
AM I ELIGIBLE FOR THE HEAT PUMP GRANT?
You may be eligible for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme if:
You own a property
The property is in England or Wales
You are replacing an existing fossil fuel heating system (e.g. gas, oil, LPG)
You have a valid EPC, or qualify for an exemption
You are not replacing an existing low-carbon heating system
Your installer confirms your system meets the scheme’s technical rules
If your EPC recommends loft or cavity wall insulation, you may need to complete that work before the heat pump is installed.
HOW THE APPLICATION WORKS
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme is designed to be simple for customers:
You choose an MCS-certified installer (such as JM Renewables)
The installer checks your eligibility and submits at the grant application
If approved, the grant is dedicated from your installation quote
After installation and commissioning, the installer redeems the voucher
You do not deal directly with Ofgem – your installer manages the paperwork for you.
IS A HEAT PUMP RIGHT FOR MY HOME?
A heat pump can be a good fit if you want to:
Reduce reliance on fossil fuels
Improve the efficiency of your heating system
Take advantage of government support while it is available
If you currently use oil, LPG or older electric heating, the grant may make switching even more attractive. The best next step is a survey from an experienced installer, who can confirm your likely great amount and recommend the most suitable system for your property.
CHECK YOUR ELIGIBILITY
Not sure if your home qualifies for the heat pump grant? We can help you check your eligibility and explain your options in plain English.
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