Non-Condensing Boiler Grant
You can replace your old non-condensing boiler if you are eligible for the non-condensing boiler grant, a part of the ECO4 scheme of the UK Government. This grant allows the replacement of old boilers with combi boilers, covering all the associated costs. According to law, the energy companies are obligated to provide funding that covers these costs and helps low-income households make their properties energy efficient.
The UK Government intends to replace old and inefficient non-condensing boilers with modern condensing boilers that consume less fuel. For this purpose, free boilers are installed in low-income households to enhance their energy efficiency with increased potential for cost savings.
Free Boiler Grant UK has helped numerous homeowners reduce their heating bills by assisting them through the procedure of getting a non-condensing boiler grant. Our experts visit your property to confirm your eligibility for the grant and recommend the most viable options and measures to ensure energy saving.
What Is a Non-Condensing Boiler?
A single heat exchanging chamber is present in a non-condensing boiler from where the hot gases coming from the burner pass through and exchange heat with the water before they are emitted via the flue. This type of boiler is also named a traditional or conventional boiler and is much heavier.
Based on the series of condensing boiler regulations introduced by the UK government in 2005, the installation of non-condensing boilers in the UK has been made illegal.
How Does A Condensing Boiler Work?
A condensing boiler works by recovering the heat that would otherwise get wasted during the combustion. It uses a condensing heat exchanger for this purpose which helps in capturing heat from the flue gas and using it to heat water in the boiler. Therefore, this type of boiler is considered more efficient and helps lower your energy bills and carbon emissions.
Types of Condensing Boilers
Combi Boilers
Combi boilers are useful for residential purposes, controlling hot water supply and central heating efficiently. These are environmentally friendly and energy-efficient boilers that heat water directly from the mains supply, providing unlimited hot water once the tap is turned on.
System Boilers
System boilers are installed with a hot water storage cylinder, along with other main components, including the pump and expansion vessels already built into the system. These boilers have no frost damage or leakage issues and come with easy maintenance requirements.
Conventional Boilers
Conventional boilers are installed with a cylinder and water storage tank, capable of supplying large volumes of hot water. They can also be used to fulfil central heating requirements of different properties.
Why Replace Non-Condensing Boilers?
The replacement of a non-condensing boiler with an A-rated combi boiler can provide you with the following benefits:
- Easy operating mechanism
- Decreased carbon footprint
- Enhanced energy efficiency
- Increased property value
- Smarter energy consumption
- Reduced susceptibility towards costly breakdowns
- Improved EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) rating
Eligibility Criteria
- Benefits You Receive
- Non-Condensing Gas Boiler
- Homeowner or Private Tenant
Qualifying Benefits
- Child Benefit
- Income Support
- Child Tax Credits
- Working Tax Credits
- Attendance Allowance
- Disability Living Allowance
- Severe Disablement Allowance
- Personal Independence Payment
- War Pensioners’ Mobility Supplement
- Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance
- Armed Forces Independence Payment
- Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit
- Pension Credit Guarantee Credit
- Income-related Employment and Support Allowance
Contact Us
Our company is dedicated to making the properties energy-efficient with reduced carbon footprint. We undertake specialised surveys to assess your property’s energy efficiency, providing expert advice and recommendations and assisting you in getting the grant.
Contact us today and get further information about the non-condensing boiler grant.
FAQs
How much can I save on heating bills by replacing a non-condensing boiler?
The replacement of a non-condensing boiler with an efficient boiler helps you save almost £300 a year on your heating bills.
How do I identify if the non-condensing boiler is installed on my property?
If your boiler was installed before 2005, then it can be a non-condensing one. A non-condensing boiler has an immersion tank installed with it and has metal flues and condensate pipes attached to it. By checking for these components, you can easily determine if your boiler is non-condensing.
What is a combi boiler?
A combi boiler is used for providing hot water based on your requirements. This boiler heats water directly from the main supply and does not need any additional components, such as a hot water cylinder or tank.
How does a system boiler work?
A system boiler heats water directly from the main supply and has a cylinder for storing water. This characteristic makes it suitable to fulfil higher demands for hot water, but it requires extra space for the installation of the cylinder.