How to apply for home energy saving grantsAlthough many home energy improvements are cheap to buy, some of the most effective efficiency measures can cost hundreds of pounds each. There's no doubt that your initial investment will be recovered within a few years due to lower energy bills, but many homeowners simply cannot afford to pay the full price of improvements like installing a new boiler or having cavity wall insulation. So if you are considering making improvements to your home, energy saving grant's and special offers are available from energy suppliers, the Government and local authorities. Energy supplier Grants and OffersWhoever supplies your electricity and gas, you can still be eligible for grants and special offers from any energy provider. UK energy companies over a certain size are obliged to contribute to Goverment home energy efficiency targets by providing discounted energy saving products and subsidised installation. Government Grants and SchemesThe UK Government supports various energy efficiency schemes with eligibility dependant upon your location. In England the scheme is known as Warm Front, in Northern Ireland it is called Warm Homes, in Scotland Warm Deal and in Wales it's the Home Energy Efficiency Scheme. Although you don't need to be on benefits to receive these grants, those who are can receive greater financial assistance with purchase and installation. Warm Front scheme (England) Warm Front is the government's main grant-funded programme in England. Eligible households are offered a grant of £2,700 or £4,000 (if oil central heating has been recommended) to help with energy efficient insulation and heating products. To apply for a Warm Front grant you need to contact the scheme manager Eaga Partnership Ltd. Eaga Partnership Warm Deal scheme (Scotland) Warm Deal is a grant scheme offered by The Scottish Executive and provides a grant of up to £500 to make homes more energy efficient. To apply for a Warm Deal grant you need to contact the scheme manager Eaga Partnership Ltd. Eaga Limited Home Energy Efficiency scheme (Wales) The Home Energy Efficiency Scheme offers grants to low income households and aims to reduce fuel poverty by lowering energy bills and improving energy efficiency. Eligible households that receive benefits can apply for a grant of up to £1,500. To apply contact the scheme manager Eaga Partnership Ltd. Eaga Partnership Ltd Local authority Grants and SchemesMost local authorities provide well established energy efficiency schemes with some offering a reduction in council tax for certain measures. Use the database link below or contact your local council. How to find energy saving grants in your areaThe best way to find energy efficiency grants in your area is to use the Energy Saving Trust grant database. Simply enter your post code, select a few options and a comprehensive list of grants and offers is displayed in seconds.
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