Underfloor Insulation Grant

Around 20% of the heat gets lost through the floor even if the walls and loft of your house are insulated. Therefore, insulating your floor is highly beneficial to improve the energy efficiency of your house and reduce your energy bills.

The good news is if you meet the eligibility criteria, you can get an underfloor insulation grant through the ECO scheme. The UK Government established this scheme to support low-income families.

Thanks to the long-running Energy Company Obligation (ECO) programme, homeowners can significantly reduce their energy expenses by qualifying for an underfloor insulation grant. 

Underfloor Insulation Grant

How Does Underfloor Insulation Benefit You?

Prevents Cold Airflow: A cold floor is noticed immediately than a cold wall. By closing up areas on the floor where chilled draughts enter your home, underfloor insulation can keep your feet warmer in the winter.

Lowers Electricity Costs: If your house isn’t insulated, you’ll need a fireplace or heater to artificially heat it. However, installing underfloor insulation reduces the need for frequent heating because the interior temperature will naturally warm.

Reduces Environmental Impact: Reducing your dependence on artificial heating not only saves energy costs but also helps the environment by greatly lowering your carbon footprint.

Protects from Moisture: Moisture can be a significant issue if your property has an underfloor cavity. If your underfloor cavity is not insulated, nothing stops moist and damp air from entering your house.

Reduces Sound: Sound waves from the ground bounce up through unsealed flooring and into your home. Underfloor insulation will dampen noise in your home before it bothers you, especially if it comes from heavy traffic.

Why Should I Apply for an Underfloor Insulation Grant?

Almost a quarter of your home’s heat escapes through the roof, which can be reduced with proper insulation. According to the UK Government, loft insulation is one of the most cost-effective approaches to energy efficiency, which can be installed to reduce your energy bills. The loft insulation grant can:

  • You can be eligible for free insulation if you qualify for the underfloor heating ECO scheme.
  • By installing underfloor insulation, you can significantly save your heating costs.
  • Without worrying about your heating bill, enjoy a more pleasant house.
  • Your home's resale value will increase.
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Eligibility Criteria for Underfloor Insulation Grant

To be eligible for an underfloor insulation grant, your house must have a wooden floor; houses with concrete floors are unfortunately not eligible under the scheme. Plus, either your household income should be £31,000 or below or you must receive any of the following benefits to qualify:

  • Child Tax Credits (CTC)
  • Income-Based Jobseekers Allowance (JSA)
  • Income Support (IS)
  • Universal Credit (UC)
  • Income-Related Employment & Support Allowance (ESA)
  • Housing Benefit
  • Working Tax Credits (WTC)
  • Pension Credit
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How Much Can I Save with Underfloor Insulation?

Costs for professional underfloor insulation can range from £300 to £1200. But you can get free underfloor insulation if you qualify, thanks to the ECO scheme.

The table below displays data from the Energy Saving Trust (2018) on the typical yearly energy savings based on the type of home:

 

Bungalow

£60

Mid-terraced house

£25

Semi-detached house

£40

Detached house

£65

Take a Step Towards Energy Efficiency with Us

Eco Energy Improvements offers free boiler grants to those who stand eligible. Our expert tradesmen are committed to providing top-notch underfloor insulation grant to every household. Here is why you should choose us:

  • Our experienced tradesmen follow a meticulously designed installation process to ensure efficiency of their service.
  • We take immediate action on your call and fire up the procedure for your underfloor insulation grant to help you in making your house more energy efficient.
  • We are listening to your problems and providing solutions 24/7 to ensure your house remains cosy and comfortable all year long.

FAQs

This involves insulating the gap below the suspended floor, which helps retain heat and stop cold air from entering the floor surface. Underfloor insulation is the most effective and useful way of heating your home’s floor and keeping it warm.

If you are eligible for any of the qualifying benefits or have an income of £31000 or below, and your house doesn’t have a concrete but wooden floor, you can apply for an underfloor insulation grant.

Yes, if you go with the eligibility criteria, you can apply for underfloor insulation and get the benefit of free installation.

There are different types of underfloor insulation, each having different materials and installation methods. The common types are the following:

  • Glasswool Underfloor Insulation
  • Polyester Underfloor Insulation
  • Expanded Polystyrene Rigid Insulation
  • Foil Faced Underfloor Insulation