Heather Campbell
If you own a home in Lancashire, and are thinking about building a new property or upgrading your current one, there are a number of local grants and schemes that can help cover the costs. These initiatives are designed to support homeowners in making their properties more energy efficient, comfortable and secure.
In this article we cover:
- Financial support and grants for homeowners building or renovating in Lancashire
- Great British Insulation Scheme: cuts energy bills for eligible homes
- Warm Homes: Local Grant: energy-saving upgrades for mains gas and off-gas home
- Lancashire local council grants for vulnerable residents and energy upgrades
Available Grants and Financial Support in Lancashire
Cosy Homes in Lancashire (CHiL)
- A partnership of 15 local authorities offering energy efficiency improvements.
- Provides grants for insulation, heating upgrades and renewable energy installations.
- Eligibility varies; some schemes are income-based, others depend on property EPC ratings.
- More information: Cosy Homes in Lancashire
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.
- Check eligibility and apply via the GOV.UK Great British Insulation Scheme
Energy Company Obligation (ECO4)
[adrotate banner="58"]- Provide funding for energy efficiency measures like insulation and heating upgrades.
- Targeted at low-income and vulnerable households.
- Administered through local authorities and energy suppliers.
- Details: Cosy Homes in Lancashire.[HC1]
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 the GOV.UK Warm Homes: Local Grant scheme
- Scheme starts April 2025. Date TBC.
Home Repair Assistance Grants (West Lancashire)
- Provides up to £5,000 for minor home repairs to meet decent home standards.
- Eligible works include damp treatment, electrical rewiring and window replacements.
- Applicants must have lived in the property for at least three years.
- More information: West Lancashire Borough Council
Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG)
- Supports adaptations for disabled residents, such as installing ramps or accessible bathrooms.
- Available through local district councils.
- Example: Preston City Council[HC1]
Household Support Fund
- Offers financial assistance for essential household costs, including energy bills and housing expenses.
- Administered by Lancashire County Council in partnership with district councils.
- Details: Lancashire County Council Lancashire.gov.uk
If you own a home in Lancashire, and are thinking about building a new property or upgrading your current one, there are several local grants and schemes that can help cover the costs. These initiatives are designed to support homeowners in making their properties more energy efficient, comfortable, and secure.
Local Council Grants
Many borough councils in Lancashire have additional support schemes:
West Lancashire Borough Council: Up to £5,000 for minor home repairs such as damp treatment, rewiring and window replacements. See: West Lancashire Borough Council Home Repair Assistance Grants.
Burnley Borough Council: Heating Rebate Scheme offers £400 to £1,000 to replace an inefficient / broken central heating system or for first time installation of a central heating system. More info and apply: Burnley Borough Council. Energy Efficiency.
Ribble Valley Borough Council: Up to £15,000 available to help first time buyers make energy upgrades and home renovations. Combined income must be less than £80,000. See: Ribble Valley Borough Council First Time Buyer Greener Homes Grant
South Ribble Borough Council: Up to £5,000 available for repair of hazards such as damp and mould growth and structural collapse. House needs to be in a reasonable state of repair with reasonably modern facilities. More information: South Ribble Borough Council Disrepair Grant Assistance Fund.
