Since 2013, 2.5 million homes have benefitted from free or subsidised energy efficiency home improvements under the Government's Energy Company Obligation (ECO) scheme. Last year the Government announced plans to extend the scheme in 2023 to support 100,000 more households that currently don't benefit, under what's known as the The Great British Insulation scheme.
Under this scheme, many big energy providers and local authorities are giving away thousands of pounds worth of energy efficiency home improvements.
At Energy Pig our experts are here to uncover all the great opportunities you qualify for and guide you through a seamless application process.
The Great British Insulation Scheme
Could you be entitled to free insulation, a boiler and heating controls?
Does your house qualify?
If your property is:
Council tax band A-E
(If you’re not sure what your council tax band is, you’ll find it on your council tax bill, or you can call us on 0800 955 1201 and we’ll check for you!)
and also
EPC band D-G
If you’re unsure how to check your EPC rating, you don’t have a valid EPC on your property, or you think your EPC rating may be incorrect, call us on
0800 955 1201 and we’ll find out your rating, or even arrange a free EPC!
Free insulation
While there are several different types of insulation available under the scheme, for the vast majority of homes loft or cavity wall insulation will be the key measures available, as these will reduce your energy bill.
The Energy Saving Trust estimates that you can save between £180 and £690 a year on your energy bills by insulating your walls, depending on your home. Loft insulation can save you between £330 and £590 a year.
As well as loft and cavity wall, there are several other different types of insulation available under the Great
British Insulation and ECO schemes, including:
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Solid wall insulation (external and internal)
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Pitched roof insulation
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Flat roof insulation
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Underfloor insulation
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Solid floor insulation
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Park home insulation
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Room-in-roof insulation
Find out if your home is eligible.
Boilers, free heating controls and other energy-efficiency improvements
Boilers: Some homes can get boiler repairs, upgrades and replacements through the ECO scheme. If you're in the 'low-income' group you could be eligible for a new condensing boiler.
Heating controls: 'Low income' households that have an insulation measure installed under the Great British Insulation scheme or the ECO scheme may then be eligible to get heating controls installed, such as thermostatic radiator valves, thermostats and boiler programmers.
Electric storage heaters: If you own your home, you could get your existing electric storage heaters replaced or repaired under the ECO scheme.
Other measures: Some homes may also be eligible for improved window glazing (from single to double, or upgrading existing double glazing), draught proofing and better quality external doors.
Find out if your home is eligible.
Find out what you are entitled to and reduce your energy bills
At Energy Pig our experts are here to uncover all the great opportunities you qualify for and guide you through a seamless application process. Complete our quick and simple form and one of our experts will be in touch to advise you on what energy improvements you are eligible for.
A Dedicated Team
We're an award-winning heating and insulation company based in Glasgow. We've carried out thousands of installations across homes in Scotland and are renowned for our customer driven approach, putting clients at the centre of the journey from the first step, to the last.
We have a team of highly trained specialist install teams, who carry out hundreds of installations every year, so you're in safe hands.
Why choose us?
these are real reviews from real customers on
Robyn
From the start of the process until the end David at energy pig was absolutely outstanding. He went above and beyond for us and although there were a few challenges along the way he kept us informed every step. Honestly cannot rate these guys enough! 5 stars!
John
All insulation work carried out efficiently and with care. Team kept us fully informed every step of the process. Planning done by the office with special mention for Claire.
Kyle
Absolutely brilliant job from start to finish. Cavity wall guys done a superb job, the joiner and electrician were also fantastic and the two lads installing my boiler done a great job and always cleaned up after themselves. I would highly recommend this company.
Any insulation work we carry out is backed by a guarantee of up to
25 Years
We're Award Winning
We've won multiple awards over the years for our excellence in the industry, most recently in Glasgow at the Energy Efficiency Awards 2024.