In this article we cover:

  • Grants and financial support for homeowners in Durham
  • Boiler Upgrade Scheme – assistance with installing heat pumps and biomass boilers
  • Great British Insulation Scheme – helps eligible households reduce energy bills through insulation improvements
  • Warm Homes Local Grant – funding for energy-saving upgrades in both gas and off-grid properties
  • Council-backed grants – support for disabled residents and home energy efficiency improvements across Durham

Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS)

  • Receive up to £7,500 towards the cost of installing a heat pump, or £5,000 for a biomass boiler.
  • Aims to help homeowners switch to low-carbon heating solutions.
  • Find out more via Durham County Council.

Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS)

  • Offers free or discounted insulation for homes with an EPC rating of D or below, and Council Tax bands A–D.
  • Designed to lower energy bills and improve home comfort.
  • Find our more and apply: GOV.UK Great British Insulation scheme

  Warm Homes: Local Grant

  • Provides free energy saving upgrades for low income, mains gas or off grid households.
  • Energy performance upgrades: up to £15,000 for insulation, draughtproofing, double/triple glazing, solar PV and battery storage – aiming to reach EPC Band C.
  • Low carbon heating: up to £15,000 for air or ground source heat pumps, particularly for off grid homes using oil or coal.
  • Check your eligibility and apply via GOV.UK Warm Homes: Local Grant

Energy Company Obligation (ECO4)

  • Offers support for insulation and heating upgrades, including boiler and radiator replacements.
  • Eligibility: households with income below £31,000, health conditions or EPC ratings of D–G.
  • More information: Durham County Council.

Disabled Facilities Grant

  • Provides financial assistance up to £30,000 for essential adaptations to help residents live independently.
  • Eligibility: homeowners or tenants requiring adaptations like stairlifts, level access showers or ramps.
  • More information: Durham County Council.

This list covers main energy and home improvement grants available in Durham. For full details and latest updates, check Durham County Council.