Boiler Upgrade Scheme Explained: How to Get £7,500 Towards a Heat Pump
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme provides £7,500 towards replacing fossil fuel heating with a heat pump. Over 80,000 vouchers have been issued. We handle the entire application process as part of your installation.
What Is the Boiler Upgrade Scheme?
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) is a UK government grant that provides £7,500 towards the cost of replacing a fossil fuel heating system with a heat pump. It launched in April 2022 and has been extended and increased — the grant was originally £5,000 for air source heat pumps before rising to £7,500 in October 2023.
The scheme is designed to make heat pump installations more affordable for homeowners switching away from gas, oil, or LPG boilers.
Am I Eligible?
To qualify for the BUS grant, you need to meet these criteria:
- Own your property — The scheme is available to homeowners and landlords, not tenants.
- Have a valid EPC — Your property must have an Energy Performance Certificate. If you do not have one, we can help arrange an assessment.
- Replace an existing fossil fuel system — You must be replacing a gas boiler, oil boiler, or LPG system. Electric-only heating does not qualify.
- Property in England or Wales — Scotland has its own scheme.
- Use an MCS certified installer — CCS Heating & Renewables holds MCS certification, so all our installations qualify.
How Much Is the Grant?
The grant is £7,500 for air source heat pumps. This is deducted directly from your installation cost — you only pay the balance. There is no need to fund the full amount upfront and wait for a rebate.
For example, if your heat pump installation costs £10,000, you pay just £2,500. The £7,500 grant is paid directly to us as your installer.
How We Handle the Application
We manage the entire BUS grant process for you:
- Free home survey — We visit your property, carry out a heat loss assessment, and design the right system. Book your survey here.
- Quote with grant applied — Your quote shows the full cost minus the £7,500 grant, so you see exactly what you pay.
- Grant application — We submit the BUS application to Ofgem on your behalf.
- Approval — Typically takes 2–4 weeks. We keep you informed throughout.
- Installation — Once approved, we schedule the installation at a time that suits you.
- Certification — We handle MCS certification, DNO notification, and all paperwork.
Common Questions and Misconceptions
Can I combine the BUS grant with solar panels? Yes. The BUS grant covers heat pumps, and solar panels qualify for 0% VAT separately. Many of our customers install both for maximum savings. See our full grants guide for all available funding.
Does my home need to be well insulated? An EPC is required but there is no minimum rating. Heat pumps work in older properties too — we design the system to match your home's actual heat loss. Read our blog post on heat pumps in older properties.
What about other heat pump types? Air source heat pumps are the most common and cost-effective option for the majority of Cornwall homes. They qualify for the full £7,500 grant and perform well in Cornwall's mild climate.
Next Steps
If you are considering a heat pump and want to take advantage of the £7,500 BUS grant, the first step is a free home survey. We will assess your property, explain your options, and provide a clear quote with the grant already applied.
We serve homeowners across Cornwall including St Austell, Bodmin, Truro, Newquay, and surrounding areas. View all areas we cover.
Contact us to book your free survey or read more about our heat pump installation service.
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