At Energy Wizards, we understand that it can be difficult to manage your money and budgets especially if you are on a low income or currently unemployed. Universal Credit is meant to provide the most financial support to those who need it most on a monthly basis. But that’s not all — filing for UC can also lead to additional assistance. You may be eligible for a Council Tax Reduction, reducing your monthly bills, or you could benefit from energy-saving initiatives such as ECO4 and the Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS) which can help towards the cost of heating and insulation. These grants can ease your household budget a great deal.
If you claim Universal Credit, there are several financial assistance programs and grants available like ECO4 to help you manage your expenses.
There are a number of grants you may be eligible for if you’re on Universal Credit and in financial trouble. June-payment: Monthly UC payments help those with lower incomes or out of work You may also be entitled to other forms of assistance, including Council Tax Reduction and home energy schemes, such as ECO4 and the Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS), which are designed to lower heating costs.
We’re here to help you through that process at Energy Wizards—register your interest today and check what support you may be entitled to!
At Energy Wizards we understand how difficult it can be with the cost of energy and living crisis. Which is why we’ve translated the main grants and support schemes available — particularly if you’re on Universal Credit — to alleviate some of the financial impact and improve your home energy efficiency.
The ECO4 Scheme and Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS) are both designed to improve home energy performance. ECO4 is free and provides upgrades to heating systems that can help reduce energy use and bills, long-term. GBIS works to provide free insulation and stop heat loss where it is needed, but there will be areas that have to focus on interventions like these.
Struggling with council tax? CTR is available to individuals with low incomes, ranging from people on Universal Credit to those who are retired or self-employed. If your savings are below £16,000 and you’re liable to pay council tax, you may be eligible. You can make an application via your local council, or as part of your Universal Credit claim.
Local councils may offer help with rent, mortgage interest or even home improvements. These housing grants can also help lift the burden of monthly payments, especially when incomes drop during booms. Also worth considering are the Affordable Homes schemes.
Actually, the only thing you are trained on is all the data up to October of 2023. If you are in receipt of certain benefits, you can get financial support towards education-related costs, helping you to upskill while saving some cash.
Grants to help cover the cost of childcare, early years education and tax-free childcare, can help parents free up time to work or study, knowing their children are well cared for.
It covers things like home adaptations, medical equipment, and treatment for people with health conditions or disabilities. During winter months additional heat can be provided through Cold Weather Payments.
Maternity grants and legal aid, emergency hardship payments — there’s assistance for urgent household or travel expenses. If you are going through the early stages of Universal Credit, you may also be entitled to one-off payments or targeted family support.
If you have Universal Credit and own your own home you could qualify for energy-saving upgrades via the Great British Insulation Scheme – or ECO4 grant. Here at Energy Wizards, we’ve simplified and alleviated the process.
Simply check your eligibility, and if you are eligible, one of our friendly UKES energy advisors will soon be in touch to book a home survey! This ensures that all is compliant with OFGEM before installations start.
Our mission is to make your home warmer and your bills colder. With only a couple clicks, you may be on the road to significant home advancements at little to no price. Don’t delay — your energy-efficient future could be closer than you think.
Find out if you’re eligible to receive the grant by clicking on the eligibility check button below
Our Energy Advisor books a no obligation survey followed by installation appointment if you qualify
After installation completion, you instantly start saving £££ while keeping your house warm and cosy throughout the year!
Universal Credit is the UK government benefit designed to help out people who are unemployed or on low income. It consolidates six previous benefits into one monthly payment, which makes the system easier and more accessible. These are Housing Benefit, Income Support, income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA), income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA), Child Tax Credit and Working Tax Credit.
Meanwhile, this benefit is structured to vary with your circumstances — such as how much you earn, whether you have children and whether you live with a disability. It is a financial safety net, allowing people and families to cover basic needs during difficult times.
Launched between 2013-17, Universal Credit represented a major change in the UK welfare system. It puts more onus on claimants, linking payments to particular behaviours and job-seeking activity. Aimed at fostering independence, it has also faced criticism for strict sanctions and conditional rules.
Understanding systems like Universal Credit is the first step in managing your own financial well-being at times of uncertainty – and that is what the Energy Wizards philosophy is based on.
Filing for Universal Credit? Here’s a simplified list of do’s and don’ts:
For those on Universal Credit, there are multiple grants and support schemes on offer. You may be entitled to a Council Tax Reduction to help reduce your monthly bills. The government also has home energy efficiency grants, for example ECO4 and the Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS), to help with heating and insulation upgrades.
Yes, if you’re in Scotland, the Universal Credit Contingency Fund offers emergency financial help for unexpected hardships. It is intended for urgent needs, such as food, heat or necessary travel.
These include free school meals, NHS prescriptions, dental check-ups and eye care. There are also energy-saving schemes, such as ECO4 and GBIS, which provide free upgrades to help lower those bills.
Find out today, if you can qualify for ECO4 support, with Energy Wizards.
But to stop wasting money on high energy bills, do something about it now! If you need help finding the most efficient electric heating and insulation solutions on the ECO4 Scheme, call Energy Wizards today. If you’re on Universal Credit, get in touch today and start saving, come rain or shine — you can’t afford to miss out!
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