A coalition of energy organisations have called upon government ministers to do more to support vulnerable households around the UK as the winter season approaches. It is clear that more needs to be done to lower heating bills, provide energy efficiency to the least energy-efficient homes and teach all households in the UK about how energy efficiency measures really work.
Residential Energy Services is proud to share awareness, education and support on how you can increase the energy efficiency of your home. Fortunately, support is available via the Great British Insulation Scheme to reduce energy bills, tackle fuel poverty and decrease the U.K.’s carbon footprint.
Apply to the Great British Insulation Scheme to make your home energy-efficient
The Great British Insulation Scheme was designed to support the least energy-efficient homes in the UK with energy efficiency measures mainly loft insulation grants. This is considered the quickest and most cost-effective way to reduce heat loss in properties, reducing individual households’ dependency on energy-intensive appliances for heating. This is going to become increasingly important as the colder months draw nearer.
That’s why Residential Energy Services are out and about right now delivering support to households across the UK, whether that means discussing efficiency measures, assisting you with Great British Insulation Scheme applications or coordinating efficiency measure installations to completion.
Am I eligible for the government’s Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS)?
You only need to meet two simple conditions to be eligible for funding towards insulation under the Great British Insulation Scheme. First, your Energy Performance Certificate rating must be D or below. Secondly, your property must reside in the lower council tax bands. If your council tax band is A-D in England, or A-E in Scotland and Wales, government energy efficiency scheme support is available to you.
What energy efficiency measures does the Great British Insulation Scheme cover?
The Great British Insulation Scheme primarily focuses on loft insulation as the fastest and most cost-effective way to save money on energy bills. However, it also extends to cavity wall insulation and solid wall insulation.
Which areas are covered by the Great British Insulation Scheme?
If you reside in the lower council tax bands you are in an area that is covered. This can extend beyond towns and cities; in fact, many rural properties with older solid walls are often losing a lot of heat which a single installation measure could help transform for the better. We actively encourage households to check their eligibility for Great British Insulation Scheme support.
How much could you save on energy bills with a Great British Insulation Scheme grant?
It is expected that with these measures installed, fuel-poor households could save up to £310 on energy bills per year.
Will I have to pay anything toward the cost of the insulation?
The general eligibility group targeted by the Great British Insulation Scheme are expected to pay little to no contribution towards the cost of insulation. While there may be a small upfront cost towards the project, the benefits of insulation in particular are felt immediately.
Apply for the Great British Insulation Scheme
The quickest and easiest way to get started is to check your eligibility with Residential Energy Services. We have a form that takes just minutes to complete, after which we will get in touch to discuss your options and help bridge the gap between you and energy suppliers to get the energy efficiency support you need.
