VERY IMPORTANT NOTICE
THE EXISTING GOVERNMENT GRANT SCHEMES ARE COMING TO AN END.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced the partial removal of green levies from household energy bills in her Autumn Budget speech on November 26, 2025. This will take effect from 6th April 2026. The green levy is the vehicle that funds the ECO and GBIS grant schemes.
However, because of the time that it takes to carryout surveys, install the work and installers to receive funds, no new applications will be accepted after 24th February. This applies to ECO4 and The Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS).
We do not know what, if anything, will replace the existing scheme.
Ed Miliband’s (Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero) flagship energy efficiency policy, which has seen its total investment increased to nearly £15 billion. Exact details have not yet been announced. We should hear more in February 2026. This is what we know so far:
- Solar & Heat Pump Grants: The government is set to allocate roughly £13 billion over the next four years for new grants specifically for solar panels, battery storage, and heat pumps.
- Targeted Support: While official eligibility details are still being finalised, the scheme aims to help millions of homeowners, with the most significant assistance for upfront costs directed toward lower-income households and social housing.
- Low-Cost Loans: In addition to direct grants, a new system of low-cost loans is expected to be launched, allowing homeowners to install green technology with no upfront costs and repaying through their energy bills over 5–10 years.
- Heat Pump Grant Extension: The existing £7,500 grants for heat pump installations will remain in place at least until the next general election.
If you are interested in having Solar Panels and an Air Source Heat Pump, please complete our enquiry form and choose the Solar Panels & Heat Pump option.
However, there is still plenty of time for yet another U-turn – watch this space.
Free Cavity Wall Insulation in Bristol and all of the BS postcodes.
Free Cavity Wall Insulation in Bristol is a new grant scheme and it’s saving people hundreds of pounds a year. It is also reducing their carbon emissions.
It’s called “The Great British Insulation Scheme” (GBIS), and it’s the simplest grant scheme we have ever seen.
Qualification is also very simple.
Homeowners. Your Council Tax Band has to be an A, B, C or D and your Energy Performance Rating (EPC) has to be a D, E, F or G – and that’s it! No benefits are required, and there are no income thresholds. If you receive qualifying benefits, you will qualify in any event, but your EPC rating will still need to be a D, E, F or G.
Tenants. You will need to receive a qualifying benefit to qualify for free cavity wall insulation in Bristol. Your EPC rating will need to be a D, E, F or G, and you must have the consent of your landlord.
If you don’t have an EPC we will take care of that during our Free No Obligation Survey.
Why should I have my cavity walls insulated?
Well, first of all, Free Cavity Wall Insulation in Bristol is Free. It would cost about £1,500 for an average 3-bed semi-detached house and about £2,000 for an average detached house.
Reduced Fuel Bills. About 30% of the heat loss of a house is through the walls. The free cavity wall insulation that we use (polystyrene bead) will reduce that heat loss by about 70%. This results in a 25% reduction in heating costs.
Environmental Impact. By using less fuel you are reducing the carbon emissions of your home. You would have a smaller carbon footprint and do a bit to save the planet.
Increased Comfort: Insulating cavity walls helps to create a more consistent and comfortable indoor temperature. It can reduce drafts and cold spots, making living spaces more pleasant throughout the year.
Condensation Control: Cavity wall insulation can also help to reduce or eradicate condensation. Condensation can lead to dampness, mold growth, and other issues. Insulation helps to keep the interior walls warmer, reducing the likelihood of condensation.
Property Value. When a property is sold there must be an EPC (energy performance certificate) on the property. This shows the energy efficiency of the property which relates to the cost of heating the property. A house with insulated walls will have a higher EPC rating than a house with uninsulated walls. Today more and more buyers are concerned about a property’s fuel bills and carbon emissions. Many mortgage lenders are now offering “Green Mortgages” which take into account the EPC rating of a house.
Noise Reduction: Free Cavity wall Insulation can provide some level of soundproofing by dampening external noises. This can be particularly beneficial in urban areas or locations with high levels of ambient noise.
Free Cavity Wall Insulation in Bristol FAQ’s.
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