Home Grants &amp; Energy Checkers

Boiler Grant Eligibility Checker

See whether you may qualify for a boiler grant under current UK schemes.

ECO Scheme Checker

Check possible eligibility under the Energy Company Obligation (ECO4) scheme.

Insulation Grant Checker

Loft, cavity wall and solid wall insulation — see what may be available.

Solar Savings Calculator

Estimate annual savings from a residential solar PV installation.

Heat Pump Cost Calculator

Indicative install and running costs for an air source heat pump.

EPC Improvement Checker

Identify upgrades that could improve your property's EPC rating.

Energy Bill Savings Calculator

Estimate potential bill savings from energy efficiency upgrades.

Home Upgrade Checklist

A practical checklist of upgrades to consider for an older home.

Council Tax Band Challenge Checker

Spot whether your council tax band may be too high using the neighbour and 1991 value tests.

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In-depth Home Grants articles

Long-form, plain-English guides researched for UK readers.

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UK Home Energy Grants in 2026: A Complete Guide

ECO4, GBIS, Boiler Upgrade Scheme, Warm Homes and local authority funding explained. Eligibility, what's covered and how to apply in 2026.

Home Grants & Energy· 8 min read

Are Solar Panels Worth It in the UK in 2026?

Real payback periods for UK solar PV in 2026 — install costs, Smart Export Guarantee, batteries, time-of-use tariffs and what to ignore from cold callers.

Home Grants & Energy· 8 min read

UK Heat Pump Grants 2026: BUS, Costs and Real Savings

Plain-English 2026 guide to the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, heat pump installation costs, running costs vs gas and how to decide if a heat pump suits your home.

UK Home Insulation 2026: Loft, Cavity, Solid Wall and Grants

What insulation actually saves you money in 2026, costs and savings for loft, cavity wall and solid wall, and which grants apply through ECO4 and GBIS.

Home & Energy Grants· 8 min read

ECO4 Scheme Explained: Free Home Energy Upgrades in 2026

Who qualifies for ECO4 in 2026, what measures are funded (insulation, boilers, heat pumps), the application process and how to avoid rogue installers.

How to Challenge Your Council Tax Band in 2026 (and Win)

How to challenge your UK Council Tax band in 2026 — the neighbour test, the 1991 valuation rule, the VOA process and how to claim backdated refunds.

UK Insulation Grants 2026: Loft, Cavity Wall and Solid Wall Funding

What free and subsidised insulation funding is available in 2026 under ECO4 and GBIS, who qualifies and how to find a reputable installer.

UK Energy Savings: 12 Quick Wins That Cut Bills in 2026

12 evidence-based ways to cut UK energy bills in 2026, from smart thermostats to draught-proofing, with realistic savings and payback periods.