First Time Central Heating Grants

First-time central heating grants are available through the ECO4 scheme for UK homes that have never had a central heating system installed. These government grants can help cover the full cost of installing a brand-new, energy-efficient central heating system — helping you create a warmer, more efficient home while lowering your heating bills.

📞 Contact us today to find out if you're eligible for a free central heating grant.

Full-Time or Part-Time Employment?

If you earn under £30,000 per year, you may qualify for a government grant to install a free air source heat pump through the ECO4 scheme.

Receiving Benefits?

UK homeowners receiving income-related benefits may qualify for a free boiler replacement through the government-backed ECO4 scheme.

Are you a homeowner in the UK?

To qualify for a free boiler through the ECO4 government scheme, you must be a UK homeowner receiving income-related benefits.

Fantastic

Opportunity for Homeowners!

Now is the perfect time for UK homeowners to claim government-funded grants through the ECO4 scheme.
These grants are designed to help you improve energy efficiency, cut heating costs, and upgrade to modern, eco-friendly systems like air source heat pumps, insulation, and first-time central heating.
💷 Don’t miss out on free funding — check your ECO4 eligibility today and start your home energy upgrade!

Lowers your fuel costs

Decreases your carbon emissions

Produce hot water very cheaply

Very simple to install

Easy to use Very low costs to run

Claim your Funding

First Time Central Heating Grant - UK government initiative for first-time central heating installatio

How It Works

Claiming your ECO4 funding is quick, simple, and fully guided by our expert team.

Check Your Eligibility

Free Home Assessment

Approval & Installation

Enjoy Lower Bills

Claim your Funding

Why Choose Us?

Why Choose Evereco Energy Solutions?

TrustMark-approved & fully government-backed installer

10+ years experience delivering ECO-funded home upgrades

Fast installation with minimal disruption

Thousands of successful ECO4 projects completed across the UK

Claim your Funding

Available ECO4 Upgrades

What Can You Get Under the ECO4 Scheme?

Heating Upgrades

Insulation Measures

Renewable Energy

Claim your Funding

Who is eligible for First Time Central Heating grants?

Eligibility depends on meeting ECO4 or GBIS criteria. Generally, you must:
Have no existing central heating system in the property.
Be the homeowner or private tenant (with landlord permission).
Receive a qualifying benefit, or meet low-income/low-EPC criteria.
Live in a property that is technically suitable for FTCH installation (e.g., good insulation levels, safe gas supply, adequate ventilation).

What type of heating system will be installed under FTCH?

Under ECO4, most households receive a new energy-efficient gas boiler with full central heating.
However, some off-gas properties may receive:
High-Heat Retention storage heaters,
Air Source Heat Pumps, or
Electric heating systems
depending on suitability and EPC improvement requirements.

Does my home need insulation before First Time Central Heating can be installed?

Yes. ECO4 requires the property to have sufficient loft and wall insulation before a central heating system can be fitted.
This ensures:

Lower heat loss
Better energy efficiency
Improved SAP score

If insulation is missing, it is usually installed first at no cost.

Will my energy bills go down with FTCH?

Yes. A modern, efficient central heating system:

Heats the home evenly
Reduces wasted energy
Provides better temperature control
Savings vary based on:
EPC rating
Insulation levels

Energy tariffs
But households usually see a noticeable reduction in heating bills.

What does the First Time Central Heating installation include?

A typical FTCH installation includes:

A-rated boiler
Radiators in all rooms
TRVs (thermostatic radiator valves)
Heating controls such as a smart thermostat
Pipework, valves, filters, and safety controls

Full installation and commissioning
All provided free of charge if the household qualifies under ECO4.

How long does First Time Central Heating installation take?

Most installations take 1–2 days, depending on:

Property size
Number of radiators

Complexity of pipework
A surveyor will confirm the exact time during the pre-installation assessment.

Do I need a gas connection before applying?

Not necessarily.
If your property has:
An existing gas meter, or
A live gas supply to the street,
you will normally qualify.
If there is no gas connection at all, your property may still qualify for electric or renewable heating systems (like ASHP) under ECO4.

Does FTCH include heating controls like thermostats?

Yes. All installations include:

Programmable room thermostat

TRVs
Time controls
These are mandatory under ECO4 to maximize efficiency and energy savings.