What is
The BUS Scheme?
Government Incentives for Air Source Heat Pumps, Ground Source Heat Pumps, and Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS)
Boiler Upgrade Scheme
Launched on 1st April 2022, BUS succeeds the domestic Renewable Heat Incentive, closed on 31st March 2022. Open to homes and small non-domestic properties, BUS offers grants of £7,500 for air source heat pump or ground source heat pump installations. With a £450 million budget over three years until March 2025, BUS facilitates the transition to sustainable heating solutions.
How To Claim The Boiler Upgrade Scheme
- Choose an MCS-accredited installer capable of accepting BUS scheme vouchers.
- The installer applies to Ofgem for a voucher, providing necessary information.
- Ofgem assesses the application, securing consent from the property owner to issue the voucher.
- The installer completes the installation per industry standards and scheme requirements.
- The installer applies to redeem the voucher.
- Ofgem assesses the redemption application and pays the grant to the installer.
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Is It Time To Replace Your Old Boiler?
As energy bills reach new heights, ensuring your boiler operates efficiently is crucial for cost savings. An outdated boiler could be costing you an average of £305 annually. In the UK, condensing boilers are mandatory for installations. These boilers outperform traditional ones by releasing gas at a lower temperature of 55 degrees Celsius, compared to the traditional 180 degrees. This results in reduced energy consumption for the same heat output, translating to lower bills. If you meet the eligibility criteria, you could qualify for a free boiler grant to enhance your home’s heating efficiency.
4 Steps
Our simple process ensures everything runs seamlessly and efficient, delivering 100% satisfaction every time.
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INITAL CONSULTATION
First, we will do an initial consultation to discuss the various options available to you. -
QUOTE & APPROVAL
We'll then send you an estimate with a breakdown of the work involved. If you decide you want to go ahead with the work, a return visit will be required to carry out a full heat loss survey of the property. -
WORK COMMENCES
A final fixed quotation is then sent over outlining all relevant information of works. Work commences on the agreed date. -
JOB COMPLETION
On completion, the installation is commissioned and signed off, full operation is explained and MCS certificate is completed. All systems are chemically flushed on completion, and we also offer a full power flushing service if the system contains a lot of sludge and debris.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Boiler Upgrade Scheme
Is Your Home Suitable For A Ground Source Or Air Source Heat Pump?
Not every home is suitable to for ground source heat pumps and air source heat pumps, and we will always give you honest advice before going ahead with a quotation as it may not be possible for the some of the following reasons – dated windows, lack of loft insulation, incoming power supply and no place to site the outdoor unit or internal setup. However the good news is most of these issues are rectifiable and we can offer advise on how to go about making your home more efficient and heat pump ready.
How Air Source Heat Pumps Work?
Air source heat pumps extract heat from outside air, converting it into usable energy. The process involves passing air through a compressor to increase its temperature, used for space heating and hot water. These pumps work efficiently even at -20°C outside.
Use our free calculator to check your home’s suitability and installation requirements. Factors like insulation levels and current heating types impact estimated annual savings. The calculator provides quick estimates of installation costs and awards, including the £7,500 BUS grant. Discover potential payback periods based on your home’s specifics.
All information is provided free without requiring an email address. To arrange a survey, fill the form, and we’ll discuss your property’s suitability for an air source heat pump installation.
What Are The Benefits of Air Source Heat Pumps
Air source heat pumps require minimal maintenance and are cheaper and less disruptive to install than ground source heat pumps. They are efficient and produce lower carbon emissions than most fossil fuel appliances, achieving 350% efficiency. For comparison, A-rated combination boilers are only 90% efficient.
Are There Government Grants For Air Source Heat Pumps?
Need support with boiler cost replacement? The Government’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) helps reduce the total cost of replacing your boiler with a low carbon, renewable heating system. As an approved installer, we check eligibility and process the £7,500 installation incentives.
Air Source Heat Pump vs. Ground Source Heat Pump - What Is The Difference?
Air Source Heat Pumps
Utilising outdoor air for heating and cooling, these pumps use a compressor and refrigerant to transfer heat between outdoor and indoor air. An efficient and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional systems, they rely on natural air heat instead of burning fossil fuels.
Ground Source Heat Pumps
Also known as geothermal heat pumps, these use the ground as a heat source. Using an underground loop system, they transfer heat between the ground and indoor air for heating or cooling. Efficient and eco-friendly, they tap into the stable ground temperature for heating and cooling.
What Is The Free Boiler Scheme?
Launched in January 2013, the Free Boiler Scheme aims to reduce the UK’s energy consumption by providing grants to low-income households. Part of the Energy Company Obligation (ECO) and the Electricity and Gas Order, the scheme is primarily funded by major UK utility companies.
Home Heating Cost Reduction Obligation (HHCRO)
HHCRO provides free boiler and insulation grants to homeowners receiving certain means-tested benefits, aiming to reduce fuel poverty. Eligibility depends on benefits received and additional criteria, including total household income and the presence of an existing low-efficiency boiler.
Eligible Benefits
Benefits include Child Tax Credit, Child Benefit (with a qualifying household income), Working Tax Credit, Disability Living Allowance, Pension Credit, Job Seekers Allowance, Universal Credit, and Employment and Support Allowance.
Additional Qualifying Criteria
Criteria include a property size generating sufficient savings, and an existing low-efficiency boiler. Funding has reduced, but free boiler grants are still available. We help find approved installers for surveys or provide boiler replacement quotes if ineligible for a grant.
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