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Find out instantly if you qualify for a FREE boiler replacement under the government's ECO4 scheme. Our quick check is free, secure, and carries no obligation.
How to Qualify for a Free Boiler Grant
To be eligible for a free boiler through the ECO4 scheme, you need to meet criteria across four key areas. Most households on benefits qualify instantly.
You must receive qualifying government benefits or meet income criteria
- Universal Credit
- Pension Credit
- Income Support
- 15+ other benefits
Your property must meet specific criteria including EPC rating
- EPC rating D-G
- Owner or tenant
- Main residence
- UK mainland
Your existing heating system must be inefficient or broken
- Old boiler (15+ years)
- Frequent breakdowns
- High energy bills
- Poor efficiency
Basic documents required to verify eligibility
- Benefit statements
- EPC certificate
- Utility bills
- ID verification
Free ECO4 Eligibility Check
Answer a few quick questions to check your eligibility. Takes less than 60 seconds.
Qualifying Benefits for ECO4
If you receive any of these benefits, you're likely eligible for a free boiler replacement. Over 85% of applicants qualify instantly.
Universal Credit
Most common qualifying benefit
Pension Credit (Guarantee Credit)
Automatic qualification for pensioners
Income Support
Includes single parents and carers
Income-based Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA)
Income-based version only
Income-related Employment & Support Allowance (ESA)
Income-related version only
Child Tax Credit
With income threshold
Working Tax Credit
With income threshold
Housing Benefit
Local authority housing benefit
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Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about ECO4 eligibility and the free boiler grant process.
You are likely eligible if you are a homeowner or private tenant, receive a qualifying benefit (like Universal Credit, Pension Credit, etc.), and your property has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D, E, F, or G. Your current boiler must also be inefficient or broken.
Primary qualifying benefits include Universal Credit, Pension Credit, Income Support, and income-based JSA or ESA. Additional benefits like Child Tax Credit, Working Tax Credit, and Housing Benefit also qualify. The ECO4 scheme has been extended until March 2026.
Yes, for eligible households, the boiler replacement and installation are completely free through the ECO4 scheme. This is a government-backed initiative funded by major energy companies. There are no hidden costs or obligations.
Yes, private tenants can receive a free boiler grant through ECO4. You will need your landlord's permission to proceed with the installation. The scheme helps both homeowners and tenants improve their home's energy efficiency.
Your property must have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D, E, F, or G to be eligible for the ECO4 scheme. The goal is to significantly improve the energy efficiency of the least efficient homes in the UK.