Save money and insulate your home through the Great British Insulation Scheme

We're working on the final details of this scheme and we’ll let you know when you can start applying

What is the Great British Insulation Scheme?

The Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS) is designed to be complementary to the current ECO scheme, which is known as ECO4. The scheme will help install energy efficient measures that will lower your energy usage and save you money on bills. The scheme will launch by Summer 2023 and run until March 2026. The government believe the scheme will save households around £310 a year.(1)

How will the Great British Insulation Scheme help lower my bills?

Making our homes more energy efficient is the best way of cutting household energy use and reducing heating bills.

Insulation measures are included in this scheme and will help reduce heat loss and save money on your heating costs. This is because insulation keeps heat from escaping through your loft, windows and walls.

 

Who's eligible for the Great British Insulation Scheme?

Under the new Great British Insulation Scheme there will be two groups with different eligibility criteria, the general group and the low-income eligibility group. These groups will receive different levels of support. 

To be eligible for the general group, you must:

  • be an existing EDF customer
  • live in a home that falls within Council Tax bands A-D in England, A-E in Scotland and A-E in Wales
  • have an EPC rating of D or below

If you're eligible you may receive a single insulation measure and a contribution may be required towards the cost of the installation.

 

To be eligible for the low-income eligibility group you must:

  • be an existing EDF customer
  • receive means tested benefits
  • have an EPC rating of D or below

If you're eligible you may receive a single insulation measure.

Five steps to a more energy efficient home with The Great British Insulation Scheme

Step 1

Make sure you're eligible for the scheme.

Step 2

Depending on your location, you'll be matched with an installer.

Step 3

A free survey will be carried out by the installer.

Step 4

The installer will decide which single insulation measure is required.

Step 5

Congratulations – You can now enjoy your more energy efficient home.

Here are some of the measures we'll offer under The Great British Insulation Scheme

loft insulation roll in attic

Loft insulation

Did you know that a typical home without insulation can lose 25% of its heat through its roof?

Adding insulation to your loft will help you keep your home warm, wasting less energy and lowering your home's carbon emissions.

a worker attaches a tube to a brick wall to inject insulation

Cavity wall insulation

Cavity wall insulation is one of the best and most affordable ways to improve your home's energy efficiency.

Insulating the cavity space between the outside and inside wall adds a barrier to stop the cold from coming in and heat from escaping.

FAQs about The Great British Insulation Scheme

How do I find out if I have an EPC and what the rating is?

You can find out what your home EPC rating is on the EPC register.

If you don't have an EPC, get an EPC through us.

How do I find out what council tax band I am in?

To find out what council tax band you're in, please visit the gov.uk webiste. 

Is there a customer contribution?

Yes, there's likely to be a customer contribution. We’ll update the page as soon as we know more.

Do I need to be an EDF customer?

Yes, we're only offering The Great British Insulation Scheme to existing customers.

Is funding available for privately rented and social housing?

Yes, funding is also available to both social housing and landlords – provided the tenants meet certain criteria, such as earning a low income and living in a property with an EPC rating that's D or below.

What measure will I get and from who?

EDF works with a network of fully accredited installers who will assess your property to determine which measure is appropriate.

Why do you only install certain insulation measures and not others?

We aim to install single low-cost insulation measures to households rather than multi measures. Alternative types of insulation are more costly and can take longer to install.

What if I'm not eligible?

If you don't meet the eligibility criteria for either group, you can still pay for insulation. We can help arrange for, loft, cavity wall and solid wall insulation to be installed in your home. 

Who do I contact if I have further questions about The Great British Insulation Scheme

Please contact us at ECO@edfenergy.com

Why should I insulate my home?

There are many reasons why you should insulate your home. Here are some of the benefits:

  • Better health - homes with good insulation are much better for your health
  • Prevent damp - damp housing can cause mould and mildew
  • Get ready for future heating changes - future proof your home! With new technology coming – be ready for anything!
  • Better for the planet - wasting less energy to heat your home, means your carbon emissions will drop

I'm eligible for the low-income eligibility group, what measures will I get?

If eligible you may receive a single insulation measure and possibility of heating controls. 

I’m eligible under the low-income group, will I receive heating controls?

This will be confirmed once your property has been assessed.

Why is my area not covered under The Great British Insulation Scheme?

Sorry about this, we'll be looking to expand our installer coverage as the scheme progresses.

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