The ECO4 Scheme (Energy Company Obligation – Phase 4) is a government sanctioned program to improve home energy efficiency throughout much of Great Britain. This scheme, running until 2026, supports homes in saving on energy bills, decreasing their electricity use, and reducing carbon emissions.
Under ECO4 eligible households can access free grants for such energy-saving improvements as adding insulation, upgrading heating systems, installing solar panels and heat pumps. It is targeted mainly at low-income households and homes with low EPC ratings (D, E, F or G), where high energy costs are due to poor insulation.
The goal? To help the UK to move to Net Zero emissions and address fuel poverty head on.
If your home could use energy-efficient upgrades, now’s your chance. Applications for April 2025 grants are open now – don’t miss out!
The ECO4 grant supports the energy efficiency of your home with a variety of fully funded upgrades tailored to your property’s needs. After an in-home assessment, appropriate steps to improve your EPC rating are then advised to help achieve an A rating where possible.
Solar Panels
Air Source Heat Pumps
Electric Storage Heaters
First Time Central Heating
Boilers (Non-condensing gas boiler to condensing boiler upgrade, like for like swaps)
Cavity wall insulation
Cavity wall extraction (in certain circumstances)
Loft insulation
Internal Wall Insulation (solid wall insulation)
Room in Roof Insulation
Energy Performance Certificate issued when iproving EPC rating D, E, F and G to higher ratings.
As a homeowner in receipt of qualifying benefits, you may be eligible for full funding via the ECO4 Scheme. All you need to do to get started is click below and enter in a few basic information.
We’ll do a quick eligibility check and then if you meet the criteria a surveyor will come to your home and see what can be improved — anything from better insulation to improved heating systems. Once approved, we will schedule the upgrades to improve the energy efficiency of your home.
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Our solar PV panels are among the most efficient on the market, meeting ECO4 requirements and designed to maximise energy savings. We ensure that the panels, along with other energy-saving materials, help reduce your energy costs and carbon emissions.
By choosing renewable energy sources like solar panels, you not only reduce your reliance on traditional energy but also help reduce carbon emissions, contributing to a more sustainable future. Plus, with the right setup, your home’s energy performance certificate will improve significantly, increasing its value while saving you money.
Our experts will assess your roof and energy system, checking if you qualify for a solar panel grant or free solar panel options. We will also see if you are eligible for additional measures like heat pumps through the ECO4 scheme or the Home Energy Scotland grant.
The installation process usually takes several days, but if additional measures like heat pumps or other energy-saving materials are installed, it may take longer. Once installed, you can benefit from the Smart Export Guarantee, where solar panel owners can sell excess energy back to their energy supplier, further reducing costs.
So what do you actually get from the ECO4 scheme? Let’s break it down:
Totally Free – Yes, you read that right. This scheme, which is fully funded by energy suppliers for eligible households, is part of a UK government initiative. Instant HelpMe: No hidden fees – just real support
Lower Energy Bills – Better insulation and heating efficiency is going to mean a very noticeable reduction in your monthly energy bills.
Get Ready for the Future – Energy prices aren’t going down any time soon so if you upgrade now, you will be making a wise long-term decision.
Time-Sensitive Offer – ECO4The grant is available until 2026 Acting early means you don’t lose out.
Perfect Winter Home – Out With Cold Corners and Old-Fashioned Heating; In With Effortless Winter Warmth
Smart Heating, Smarter Living – upgrade your home with smart heating systems – at zero cost.
Increase Property Value – Installing energy-efficient upgrades not only saves money they also increase the property value to future potential buyers.
The ECO4 scheme isn’t just a short-term solution — it’s an opportunity for you to invest in your home’s long-term comfort, efficiency and value. Find out your eligibility today and join Energy Wizards into a smarter, greener future.
And with more than 10 years’ experience in the insulation industry, we’ve been involved in the government’s Energy Company Obligation (ECO4) scheme from day one. This has given both our knowledge, and experience, in helping households reduce heat loss and become more energy efficient. At Energy Wizards, we’re here for you at every step on your ECO4 journey: with one goal in mind—to make your home warmer and greener.
Well established in the ECO scheme means we know just what it takes to transform inefficient homes into energy-saving havens.
No waiting — take it all: we evaluate you for qualification quickly, so we can get the process started on making your home more efficient.
One of our specialist installers will spend time at your property, understanding exactly how you work and recommending upgrades suited to you.
We handle the whole process — from the energy check to the installation (and all of the paperwork in between) — seamlessly and stress-free.
Our customer satisfaction is on a real scale, and we are proud. But don’t just take our word for it — we’ve got 5-star reviews to prove it. Wondering if you qualify? Let’s find out — fast.
UK Energy Support- a trusted service powered by UK Energy Management NE Ltd—our installer is based in Sunderland and delivers to the homes of the UK. Supported by Ofgem and local councils, we provide fully-funded energy-saving home improvements through the government’s ECO4 scheme. Our goal? To aid in reducing heat loss and lowering energy bills prior to the final ECO4 impact assessment. This scheme, which runs from April 2022 until 2026, is funded by energy suppliers and aims to make homes warmer and more efficient — at a cost to you of nothing. Wondering if you qualify? Start Your Eligibility Check Today!
Homeowners and private tenants in homes with low energy performance ratings can apply under the ECO4 scheme. If you have an EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) rating of D, E, F or G and get income-related benefits you could be eligible.
A few of the qualifying perks are as follows:
Private landlords can even get in on the action by encouraging their tenants to apply — but both the landlord and tenant must agree before any work can go ahead.
If you’re not sure whether you qualify, it’s still worth looking into. Even if you don’t fit this exact criteria, your local council may still be able to provide help in gaining access to support through different schemes, such as LA Flex (Flexible Eligibility), which can provide funding for households in a broader income context.
The ECO4 scheme is primarily aimed at homes rated EPC D, E, F or G. These properties tend to be older and less energy efficient, that is, they offer more scope for improvement — and greater savings on energy bills once upgrades are finished.
ECO4 grants can be worth thousands of pounds, depending on the needs of your property and your eligibility. You don't receive cash, though; the grant pays for the entire cost of upgrades that save energy, which can be:
It’s worth knowing that the grant provides no assistance with day-to-day energy bills — it solely covers the installation of measures to decrease your household energy consumption. The specific upgrades you receive open on your home evaluation and your energy provider.
The ECO4 grant application process is quick and easy. Here’s a quick step-by-step:
Check to see if you qualify – If your benefits are income-based and you're live in an eligible property, you're probably eligible.
Home survey – A team will come to your home to see which upgrades will have the biggest impact.
Installation — After approval, energy-saving upgrades are installed at no cost to you.
Take a comfort break while saving — Experience a cozier, more cost-effective home and a smaller bill.
It’s the easiest way to take care of your whole process, from checking your eligibility to handling the paperwork and installing the upgrades.
ECO stands for Energy Company Obligation. It is a government scheme that forces energy suppliers to pay for upgrades to homes that are energy hogs, and often owned by families in, or on the verge of, fuel poverty. The latest iteration of this scheme (ECO4) is the fourth and runs between 2022 and 2026.
Its primary aim is to lower carbon emissions and address fuel poverty by making homes cheaper and easier to heat.
Unfortunately, just an award of Personal Independence Payment will not make you eligible for the ECO4 grant. But if you're awarded PIP but with another qualifying benefit, you could still be able to apply. Even PIP is not the only benefit available to you — there are still other schemes and support options available that are well worth checking out.
You can still be eligible for support even if you don’t claim benefits. Another initiative, the Great British Insulation Scheme, aims to enable households to obtain insulation and energy efficiency upgrades.
And a lot of local authorities work with the government to run their own flexible eligibility schemes, helping vulnerable households that wouldn’t usually be eligible. Examples include options such as:
So don’t count yourself out — there still may be options for getting assistance with improving your home’s energy performance.
ECO4 is due to run until March 2026. This will be succeeded by the ECO5 scheme, which should be a continuation on the same theme with revised but similar regulations and new qualification criteria.
ECO4 is a fantastic opportunity to make your home warmer for winter, or just to help reduce those rising energy costs. We’re here to help you every step of the way at Energy Wizards, so don’t miss the opportunity to take advantage of this valuable support for as long as you can receive it.
Now’s your chance—apply for ECO 4 today! Contact us here to find out about the best electric heating and insulation options through the ECO4 Scheme. Do so today to have greater control over your energy bills, regardless of the time of year. Energy Wizards can help!
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