Who Qualifies For A Boiler Grant?

We are Smart Gas and provide boiler installation in Edinburgh and the Lothians. If you’re wondering who qualifies for a boiler grant, the answer depends on your income, benefits, and your home’s energy efficiency. Homeowners or private tenants (with landlord permission) in Scotland may qualify if they receive benefits such as Pension Credit, Universal Credit, or Child Benefit. Additionally, your home must typically have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D or lower, and your current boiler must be 8 years or older to meet eligibility under schemes like ECO4 or Warmer Homes Scotland. If you’re comparing costs, be sure to read our guide to the average cost of a new boiler in Edinburgh to see how a grant can help you save.

The UK government, in partnership with local authorities and energy providers, offers free or subsidised boiler replacements to help households reduce carbon emissions and energy bills. In Scotland, the main support schemes are:

• Energy Company Obligation (ECO4)

• Warmer Homes Scotland

• Local Authority Flexible Eligibility (LA Flex)

To qualify, you’ll usually need to meet several conditions. Here’s a quick overview:

You can use the EPC Register to check your home’s rating.

The following government benefits may make you eligible for a free boiler grant:

• Pension Credit (Guarantee Credit and Savings Credit)

• Universal Credit

• Income-Based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA)

• Income-Related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)

• Income Support

• Working Tax Credit / Child Tax Credit (with income caps)

• Housing Benefit

Eligibility can vary slightly under each scheme, so it’s best to speak with an approved installer, like Smart Gas, to confirm your status.

• Check Your EPC Rating – You need an EPC of D or below.

• Confirm Benefit Eligibility – Gather paperwork showing you receive qualifying benefits.

• Book a Free Survey – A registered installer will assess your current boiler and home.

• Installation Approval – If you’re eligible, the installation is arranged—often at little to no cost.

Need help navigating this? Get in touch with Smart Gas and we’ll guide you through the grant process and check if you’re eligible.

Old boilers waste energy and money. New A-rated condensing boilers can save up to £580 annually on energy bills. Grants help ease the upfront cost—read more about what a new boiler costs in Edinburgh here.