The Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) is a government-backed funding to help property owners upgrade to renewable energy heating systems like air source heat pumps with upto £7,500 subsidy. BUS is only available in England and Wales for those willing to upgrade their fossil fuel heating systems using gas, oil, LPG, or any other fossil fuel.
The BUS mainly focuses on upgrading fossil fuel heating systems to renewable/low-carbon energy heating systems. The standard grant is £7,500 for an air source or ground source heat pump. Until March 2027, you can get an additional £1,500 (up to £9,000 in total) if both of these apply:
The grant mainly covers the heating system and may include controls, pipework, radiators, and other heat pump parts. Source: GOV.UK Boiler Upgrade Scheme.
The application process is very simple; you just need to contact ECO Energy Packs (your MCS-approved installer for BUS upgrades). It only takes approximately 60 seconds to confirm eligibility and fill out the application form for the Heat Pump Government Grant.
Homeowners with tight budgets, who were saving so they can get a better heating system once and for all, can now get that system installed with the Government Grants for Air Source Heat Pumps.
Here are some benefits of upgrading to a heat pump under the Government Boiler Upgrade Scheme
Homeowners can receive up to £7,500 towards a low-carbon heating system, significantly lowering the upfront cost of replacing a fossil fuel boiler.
The BUS grant is non-repayable, it is not a loan, has no interest, and does not need to be paid back.
Heat pumps and biomass boilers are highly efficient, helping households reduce long-term heating costs, especially when replacing oil, LPG, or electric systems.
Once your £7,500 government grant (or up to £9,000 for eligible oil and LPG homes) is deducted, the remaining investment can be managed through structured monthly installment plans. Enjoy a premium heat pump installation without financial strain.
As per Energy Saving Trust, if you have a three-bedroom semi-detached home, with radiator upgrades as needed, using an Air Source Heat Pump, you can potentially save hundreds of pounds annually.
| Current Heating System Replaced | Estimated Annual Bill Savings (£/year) |
|---|---|
| Old (G-rated) Gas Boiler | £260 |
| Old Electric Storage Heaters | £1,200 |
| Old (G-rated) Oil Boiler | £65 |
| Old (G-rated) LPG Boiler | £700 |
| Coal Heating | £700 |
Actual savings may vary depending on several factors, including property size, insulation, and energy tariffs.
ECO Energy Packs is an MCS-certified and BUS-compliant installer which specialises in installing heat pumps in UK domestic and non-domestic properties. Our UK-based installers ensure standard compliance in terms of noise levels, energy efficiency, and system performance.
Just like thousands of other UK property owners, if you also value quality installation and long-term property gains, contact us, as approval is subject to annual government funding availability. Note that all installations meet MCS certification standards and EPC efficiency requirements.
Eligible property owners can get £7,500 towards an air source or ground source heat pump, £2,500 for an air-to-air heat pump, or £5,000 for a biomass boiler. Until March 2027, an extra £1,500 is available for air or ground source heat pumps (up to £9,000 in total) if the property is heated by oil or LPG and has no mains gas connection. The grant is applied directly through your MCS-certified installer.
Yes, in some cases. Until March 2027, the Boiler Upgrade Scheme adds £1,500 to the standard £7,500 grant for an air source or ground source heat pump, making up to £9,000, if your property is currently heated by oil or LPG and does not have a mains gas connection. Homes on mains gas get the standard £7,500.
No, BUS funding cannot be combined with other public grants for the same installation, but other incentives may apply for separate upgrades.