Hot water and heating are vital for all households. However, we depend on high quality equipment to ensure that supplies remain consistent. A new boiler can be very costly. In extreme cases, the boiler may not work at all.
The government created the Energy Companies Obligation (ECO), a scheme that recognises its responsibilities to ensure all citizens access essential services. It is designed to transfer responsibilities among the major private companies that supply domestic customers with energy.
The ECO scheme grants low income households money to replace their boilers. This is one of the most striking and efficient initiatives. It is often difficult for people to find the money they need to repair their heating equipment, whether it has developed over time or suddenly. Free boiler Newcastle grants are now available for those who qualify.
What Energy Companies Obligation (Eco)?
The UK's Government led Energy Company Obligation (ECO) scheme provides free access to government boiler grants and other energy saving products. The UK has set itself very high targets to reduce its carbon footprint. This target is achieved mainly by ECO or the Energy Company Obligation. A small amount of money is included in every household's monthly bills and is used to pay ECO or the Green Tax.
The big six energy suppliers control this money and are now required by the UK Government to fund the installation of boiler replacements free of charge and insulation for low income households and the most vulnerable. The scheme is available to people who live in either private or rented housing, depending on which measure will be installed. This applies to homeowners, landlords, and private tenants. Note that properties of housing associations and councils do not fall within the ECO.
Are You Eligible?
Two different routes are available to receive a government free boiler Newcastle grant. Local Authority Flexibility Eligibility is the new way to get a free boiler Newcastle grant. You can still qualify even if you are claiming any benefit.
You may still be eligible for free boiler Newcastle grant eligibility if you or someone living in your property claim one of these benefits.
- Guaranteed pension credit
- Carer's allowance
- ESA is income related employment and support
- Job seekers based on income allowance (JSA)
- Attendance Allowance
- Support for income
- Tax credits (child and working tax credits)
- Disability living allowance (DLA)
- Universal credit
- Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
- Any pension/benefit from the armed forces or any war pension/benefit
What happens if I don't qualify for the scheme?
It isn't the end of their journey for those who do not receive government free boiler Newcastle grant. We can help you with a boiler repair or replacement at an affordable price.
We are a reputable Newcastle based boiler company that can help you get a free boiler Newcastle grant in your city. We provide a wide range of boiler services including installation, repair and servicing. Our specialists can perform site surveys, installation and after care. Our clients can rest assured knowing that we have our experts in every step of the process. We never outsource any of these services.
