Today marks an important milestone for homeowners and small businesses looking to switch to low-carbon heating.
The Government has officially increased the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) grant to up to £9,000 for eligible properties that currently heat their buildings using oil or LPG. This increased funding is available from today and is designed to make installing an air source heat pump more affordable than ever before.
For many properties across North Wales that aren’t connected to the mains gas network, this could significantly reduce the cost of replacing an ageing fossil fuel heating system with a modern, energy-efficient heat pump.
What is the Boiler Upgrade Scheme?
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme is a Government-backed grant that helps property owners replace fossil fuel heating systems with low-carbon alternatives, such as air source heat pumps.
From today, eligible off-gas properties can now receive up to £9,000 towards the installation cost.
The aim is to make renewable heating more accessible while helping reduce carbon emissions and improve energy efficiency across the UK.
Who is eligible?
The increased grant is aimed at properties that:
- Are currently heated by oil or LPG
- Own the property
- Are looking to replace their existing heating system with an eligible air source heat pump
- Meet the Government’s eligibility criteria for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme
Every property is different, so the best way to find out if you qualify is through a professional home survey.
What does this mean for North Wales?
North Wales has thousands of homes and businesses that rely on oil and LPG heating, particularly in rural areas where mains gas isn’t available.
For many of these properties, heating costs can be unpredictable, especially when fuel prices rise. The increased grant makes switching to a heat pump a much more realistic option by reducing the upfront investment required.
As a result, more people across Anglesey, Gwynedd, Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire and Wrexham could now benefit from:
- Lower carbon heating
- Improved energy efficiency
- Reduced reliance on fossil fuels
- More stable long-term heating costs
- A more future-ready heating system
How can small businesses benefit?
The increased funding isn’t just good news for homeowners.
Many small businesses operating from offices, workshops, retail premises and other eligible buildings that currently use oil or LPG heating may also be able to benefit.
Replacing an older heating system with an air source heat pump can help businesses reduce their carbon footprint while improving the efficiency of their premises. Combined with the new £9,000 grant, upgrading to renewable heating has become more financially attractive than ever before.
If you’re unsure whether your business premises qualify, our team can advise you during a survey.
Why choose a heat pump?
Modern air source heat pumps work by extracting heat from the outside air and using it to warm your property and provide hot water.
They operate efficiently throughout the year, even during colder weather, and when installed correctly can provide comfortable, reliable heating with significantly lower carbon emissions than traditional fossil fuel systems.
They’re also an ideal partner for solar panels, allowing you to make even greater use of renewable energy generated at your property.
How Menai can help
At Menai Heating, we’ve been installing renewable heating systems across North Wales for many years.
From your initial survey through to installation and support, our experienced in-house team will guide you through every stage of the process, including checking your eligibility and handling your Boiler Upgrade Scheme application on your behalf.
Our goal is to make switching to renewable heating as straightforward as possible, so you can take advantage of the increased Government funding with confidence.
Ready to see if you're eligible?
With the increased £9,000 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant now available, there’s never been a better time to explore whether an air source heat pump is right for your home or business.
If your property is heated by oil or LPG, you could be surprised at how affordable making the switch has become.
Contact Menai today or use our online quote tool to receive an instant estimate and find out whether you could benefit from the new grant
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the £9,000 Boiler Upgrade Scheme?
Who can apply for the £9,000 Boiler Upgrade Scheme?
The increased £9,000 grant is available for eligible homes and small businesses that currently heat their property using oil or LPG and meet the Government’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme criteria. We’ll check your eligibility during your survey.
Do I need to apply for the grant myself?
Do I need to apply for the grant myself?
No. If you’re eligible, Menai will handle your Boiler Upgrade Scheme application as part of the installation process, making the process as simple as possible.
Can I keep my existing radiators?
Can I keep my existing radiators?
Most heat pump installations benefit from upgraded radiators to ensure your home is heated efficiently and comfortably. During your home survey, we’ll assess your existing heating system and recommend any upgrades needed to achieve the best performance.
Can I combine a heat pump with solar panels?
Can I combine a heat pump with solar panels?
Absolutely. Heat pumps and solar panels work brilliantly together, allowing you to use more of the electricity you generate yourself and reduce your energy bills even further.
