If you’re in the process of selling your home or a property and wondering if you still qualify for government boiler grants, then the answer is a clear yes. Not only can you apply for a grant while selling a house, but applying may well bring a great deal of value to your home, make it more in demand, potentially making it more attractive to prospect buyers who are looking for more energy-efficient homes.
Selling Doesn’t Disqualify You
Selling your home does not necessarily disqualify you from a boiler grant. As long as you meet the requirements for schemes like the Energy Company Obligation (ECO4), you can still apply for and receive funding to upgrade your heating system even if you sell your home right after installation.
The ECO4 initiative, running through March 2026, provides grants of up to £15,000 to replace and upgrade your boiler to a new A-rated one! To qualify, you have to be a homeowner, your property must have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D, E, F, or G, and you have to meet certain income or benefit criteria.
Fill in our simple 1-minute eligibility form to check if you qualify for a new free boiler! ECO Boiler Grants only installs the best quality systems and materials from premium brands like Worcester Bosch, covering you with extended 12 years of warranty for your peace of mind.
Increases Your Property Value!
Replacing a boiler on a grant scheme can be a major boost to your property’s worth. Research consistently shows that a new boiler can add approximately 4% to the worth of a £300,000 property, that means an increase of £8,000 to £12,000 to the worth of your property. This is excellent value when the average boiler replacement is about £4,000, meaning a possible profit of up to £6,000 for homeowners who do not qualify under a government funded scheme.
The monetary benefit extends even beyond the boost in initial value. New A-rated boilers save homeowners more than £600 annually on bills over less efficient G-rated models. The lower running costs render your home far more appealing to budget-conscious buyers more concerned with long-term affordability.
EPC Rating Improvements and Buyer Appeal
A new boiler can really boost your Energy Performance Certificate rating, which is crucial to attract modern buyers. Putting in a high-efficiency condensing boiler as an alternative to a low-efficiency boiler can improve your EPC rating by up to 8 SAP points.
More highly rated homes are in greater demand, with one study finding that more energy-efficient houses can fetch up to 14% more than less efficient ones. Consumers currently pay special attention to the EPC rating, with 39% of estate agents citing increased customer demand for energy efficiency in the last few years.
Marketing Advantages in Property Listings
When selling your home, energy upgrades are valuable selling points that differentiate your property from the competition. Estate agents now specifically advertise energy performance as a prominent feature in their listings, and purchasers actively search for homes with energy-saving features as part of their search process.
Properties with brand-new boilers have several marketing benefits:
1. Upfront Cost Savings: Buyers will not be concerned with expensive boiler replacements or repairs, increasing your property’s attractiveness over properties with old systems.
2. Future-Proofing: A brand new boiler with a 10-15 year warranty provides peace of mind as purchasers will not have to spend money on heating upgrades for many years.
3. Reduced Running Costs: Marketing materials can draw attention to reduced energy bills the new buyers will enjoy, which is particularly desirable in the face of rising energy costs.
4. Green Credentials: Green consumers, who are now a prime target group, are particularly attracted by properties with energy-efficient attributes.
Strategic Timing Issues
The timing of your boiler grant application in relation to selling your home must be carefully managed. The ECO4 grant process can take a few weeks in certain cases, once approved, the installation usually only takes one day! Our expert team always ensures you are able to get your new system as fast as possible, through our knowledge of the complexities of the application process, helping secure our customers with the highest amount of funding available to them!
If you are planning to sell in a few months, you might consider initiating the grant application process well ahead of time. The upfront time is well worth it considering the return on investment and the selling advantage an energy-efficient home provides in today’s marketplace.
Fill in our simple 1-minute eligibility form and check if you qualify now! The ECO4 scheme is a limited funding first-come first-serve initiative, so the faster you act the higher the chance of eligibility you have!
The Broader Energy Efficiency Market Trend
The emphasis on energy efficiency within property sales captures wider market trends that are not showing any signs of slowing down. Government policies are continually reinforcing energy performance, and consumers’ tastes are continually trending towards inexpensive, eco-friendly homes. Houses with energy-efficient renovations are now likely to sell faster and obtain better prices within the market.
Intelligent buyers understand that energy-efficient features are cost-effective, long-term investments with lower cost and constant comfort. By acquiring a new boiler under a grant scheme before you sell, you’re setting your property up to meet these in-demand buyer needs while maximizing your return on investment.
Apply now and transform your home into a warmer and healthier living space. Applicants can be entitled to additional measures such as free insulation, radiators and smart controls. Contact us to learn more!
