Do I qualify for ECO4 or the Great British Insulation Scheme?
ECO4 and the Great British Insulation Scheme help eligible low-income and vulnerable UK households improve their home's energy efficiency, sometimes including solar alongside insulation. Eligibility is usually based on receiving certain benefits, a low household income, or living in a home with a poor energy rating. Schemes are delivered through approved installers and energy suppliers.
Who tends to qualify
- Households receiving qualifying means-tested benefits.
- Low-income households, sometimes via local authority flexible eligibility.
- Homes with a low EPC rating (often D or below).
- Owner-occupiers and some private tenants, depending on the scheme.
How to apply
Applications go through approved scheme installers or your energy supplier, not directly to government. Criteria and funding change over time, so check the current rules. These schemes are the main route to substantially subsidised or fully funded measures for those who qualify.
Frequently asked questions
- Does ECO4 cover solar panels?
- It can, often combined with insulation, for eligible households. Exact measures depend on the assessment and current scheme rules.
- How do I check if I am eligible?
- Check current government guidance and speak to your energy supplier or an approved scheme installer, as eligibility is regularly updated.
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Indicative estimates based on UK average data. Last updated 27 May 2026.