The Energy Company Obligation 4 (ECO4) is a UK government-backed scheme running from 2022 to 2026, with a total funding commitment of £4 billion.
It aims to assist low-income and vulnerable households in improving their home’s energy efficiency, thereby reducing energy bills and contributing to the UK’s carbon reduction targets.
Key Features:
• Funding: Provided by major energy suppliers, including British Gas, EDF, E.ON, OVO, Octopus, and Scottish Power.
• Eligibility: Homeowners and private tenants with properties rated EPC D, E, F, or G.
• Households receiving benefits or with a total annual income under £31,000.
• Individuals with health conditions or other factors.
• Improvements Covered: Includes insulation (loft, wall, floor), heating system upgrades, solar panels, heat pumps, and more.
Objective: Enhance energy efficiency in homes, leading to lower energy bills and supporting the UK’s commitment to reduce carbon emissions.
For detailed information, visit the official UK government page:
👉 https://www.gov.uk/energy-company-obligation
You can also find more information on the Ofgem website:
👉 https://www.ofgem.gov.uk/faqs-domestic-consumers-and-landlords
The ECO4 scheme covers a wide range of energy-saving upgrades, including:
Insulation Measures:
Loft insulation
Cavity wall insulation
Solid wall insulation
Internal wall insulation
Room-In-Roof insulation
Heating measures:
New energy-efficient boilers
First-time central heating systems
Smart meters and thermostats
Air source heat pumps
Other measures:
Solar panels
Heating controls
These improvements are designed to make your home warmer, more energy efficient, and cheaper to run.
Eligibility is generally based on:
Receiving certain government benefits (e.g: Income Support, Universal Credit, Child Tax Credit)
Living in privately owned or rented homes
Meeting specific income requirements
Applying is easy! You can start by completing the quick form on our homepage to check your eligibility. Once submitted, our team will assess your application and guide your through the next steps.
Yes — the scheme is 100% free for eligible households. All work is fully funded by energy suppliers as part of their government obligation to support low-income and vulnerable homes. The funding covers both the materials and installation!
The duration can vary depending on the specific measures being installed. Generally, from the initial application to the completion of installation, it can take up to 7-10 days.
Benefits include:
Warmer home
Reduced energy bills
Improved home comfort
Increased property value
Contribution to environmental sustainability
After assessing your property's current energy efficiency, our team will recommend the most sustainable improvements. We will discuss these options with you before proceeding.
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