£7,500 for most eligible heat-pump projects—and temporary £9,000 support for some qualifying off-gas homes
Current, source-linked guidance checked on 4 August 2026. We can help you navigate the installer-led application, but eligibility and approval remain subject to the scheme rules.
Current BUS grant levels
How the application works
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We assess the home and discuss a suitable heat-pump design.
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Eligibility and the applicable grant category are checked before funding is relied upon.
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An eligible MCS installer applies for the BUS voucher on the owner’s behalf.
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Ofgem contacts the property owner to confirm consent.
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The grant value is reflected in the agreed project payment route, subject to successful completion and redemption.
Common eligibility considerations
- The property is in England or Wales
- The installation replaces an eligible fossil-fuel or direct-electric heating system
- The technology and installer follow the scheme’s requirements
- The owner has a valid EPC and any relevant scheme conditions are met
- Other public funding does not create an excluded combination
Property type, current fuel and scheme updates can change the answer. We explain what we know and point you to the official decision.
Boiler Upgrade Scheme questions
Answers are shown in full so they remain useful and accessible. Property-specific decisions still require survey evidence.
How much is the Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant?+
Most eligible air-to-water and ground-source projects receive £7,500. Some qualifying off-gas properties can receive £9,000 until 31 March 2027.
Can you help with the grant?+
Yes. We help explain eligibility and the installer-led process. Ofgem and the scheme rules determine approval.
Who applies for BUS?+
The eligible MCS installer applies and the property owner confirms consent when Ofgem contacts them.
Is £9,000 available to every off-gas home?+
No. It is limited to qualifying categories under current rules and should be checked against official guidance.
Can the grant pay for underfloor heating or solar thermal?+
BUS support is tied to eligible low-carbon heat installations. Associated work and other technologies are not automatically covered.
Check your likely grant route
Tell us your postcode, current heating fuel and the technology you are considering.
