The Warmfront Grant - England

If you live in England, the Warmfront Grant could help you make your home more eco-friendly.

See the following FAQ to find out if this green grant is for you. Also, why not try some Home Insulation DIY and see our Energy Saving Tips - there's a number of ways you can reduce your energy bills without too much bother.

The Warmfront Grant is just one of a number of energy saving grants available. For more details on the kinds of schemes on offer, see our section on Government Grants for Making your Home Green. Also see our videos on How to Insulate your Home & How to Save Energy in your Home.

If you need to call in the professionals to insulate your home, repair your heating or spruce up your double-glazing, see Builders, Heating Engineers & Glaziers. To keep boiler breakdowns at bay, it's a good idea to look into Annual Boiler Servicing - when it comes to heating repairs prevention is definitely cheaper than cure.

Choose from the following FAQ:

• What is the Warmfront Grant?
• Am I eligible?
• How do I apply?

What is the Warmfront Grant?

The Warm Front Grant is designed to help people in England make their homes warmer and more energy efficient through funding heating and insulation improvements. The grant provides cover for people who are most in need, like the elderly and those on income or disability-related benefits.

Depending on your circumstances and living conditions, you could get from £2,700 to £4,000 if your home needs oil central heating.

Am I eligible?

You're eligible for a Warmfront Grant if you:

• Receive an income, disability, tax, or housing-related benefit
• Have a child under 16
• Are pregnant
• Are aged 60 or over

You may also qualify for the scheme even if you're not yet getting any benefits at present. When you apply, a check will be done to see if you're eligible for benefits and the grant.

Remember, the Warmfront Grant can only be used to fund approved insulation and heating measures.

How do I apply?

For more information on the Warmfront Grant call freephone 0800 316 6011, or textphone 0800 072 0156. Lines are open 8am to 6pm Monday - Friday.

They will send an application form for you to fill out and then arrange for a Home Energy Adviser to visit you and assess the work needed for your property.

To protect your home against sudden problems that can hit the pocket hard, you might like to choose Gas Central Heating Cover.