LA-Flex Scheme Grant
Homeowners' Access to Energy Efficiency Grants
home's income
We evaluate your home's income, health needs, and type of accommodation to determine the most suitable course of funding.
Improvments
No cost
No cost to you upfront! Numerous steps can be fitted with little or no charge to you, depending on qualification.
Save On Energy Bills
Save bigger with a more comfortable home.
Financial and Health Benefits
Benefits of the LA Flex scheme on your pockets and the health of your family is wide!
Reduced Bills
Typical savings of £300–£1500 per year.
Improved Comfort
Consistent indoor temperatures decrease cold-related illnesses.
Property Value
Properties with EPC ratings of C or higher sell quicker and for more money.
Purpose and LA Flex Goals
Decreasing Carbon Footprints and Bills
Fuel Poverty and Decrease in Vulnerability
More than 3 million UK households are classified as fuel-poor, and the LA Flex aims at supporting the most at-risk groups of living in cold conditions, especially older people, and homeowners suffering from illness that can be negatively affected due to damp or drought. Medical needs, income of the household, and young children are all considered as qualifying criteria by local councils when choosing applicants.
LA Flex grants fund a variety of improvements: x
These home improvements not only lower your energy bills but also make your home more comfortable while driving the UK’s push towards its environmental goals.
How LA Flex Applies to ECO4
LA Flex and Local Authorities
Key Differences
Whereas ECO4 mandates applicants to receive certain benefits or reside in homes with D–G EPC ratings, LA Flex extends eligibility to include:
Who Can Apply
Homeowners and private tenants who have permission from their landlords are eligible, as long as their homes are not energy-efficient. Social rent tenants are not eligible, since their improvements are usually done through individual programs. There are 3 routes which you can be eligible through
Route 1:
Households with a combined gross annual income less than £31,000. Households with EPC rating D to G may be eligible under this route, and is from all sources of income
Route 2:
Households living in EPC band E, F or G and that meet a combination of two of the following proxies:
| Proxy 1) Homes in England in Lower-layer Super Output Area 1-3 (LSOA), or homes in Welsh provision LSOA 1-3 on the Welsh Index of Multiple Deprivation 2019, or the Index of Multiple Deprivation for 2020, published by the Scottish Government. (Cannot be used with proxy 3) |
| Proxy 2) A person in the household is entitled to a Council Tax reduction due to low income (excluding single person rebates). |
| Proxy 3) Householders vulnerable to living in a cold home as identified in the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) Guidance. Only one from the list can be used. (Cannot be used with proxy 1) • People with cardiovascular conditions • People with respiratory conditions • People with disabilities • People with mental health conditions • Older people (age 65+) • Households with young children (0-school age) • Pregnant women |
| Proxy 4) A householder receiving free school meals due to low-income. |
| Proxy 5) A householder supported by a LA run scheme, that has been named and described by the LA as supporting low income and vulnerable households for the purposes of NICE Guideline. |
| Proxy 6) A household referred to the LA for support by their energy supplier or Citizen’s Advice or Citizens Advice Scotland, because they have been identified as struggling to pay their electricity and gas bills. |
Route 3
Households identified and referred by a GP, a Health Board or an NHS trust, as a person in the household is suffering from severe or long-term ill-health due to one of the conditions below, and their health is adversely affected by living in a cold home. Households with EPC rating D to G may be eligible.
These health conditions may fall under one of the four umbrella conditions:
Summary of Qualifying Factors:
Local councils determine if they can accept based on a combination of money and vulnerability factors:
Health based factors. Households with conditions aggravated by the cold like asthma and other respiratory conditions.
Age based. Households with children under 5 or older than 60.
Uncomfortable living conditions! Homes with strong drafts or unbolted homes.
Our Role in LA Flex
Suppliers such as ECO Boiler Grants have a basic role to play in providing the LA Flex scheme. We are official ECO-authorised partners licensed to install energy-saving measures funded by LA Flex and LADS. We can assist you in multiple ways:
Eligibility check: We collaborate with local councils to learn about their unique needs and assist homeowners to find out if they are eligible. Fill in our 1-minute form and check your eligibility for free today!
Offer professional guidance: We walk you through what is on offer, from boiler replacements to insulation and renewables, to help get you the highest value from the scheme.
Oversee installation: Our professional engineers make sure all the work is done in accordance with ECO regulations.
Arrange paperwork: We handle the application and funding process so you don’t have to deal with any complications.
By working with local councils, ECO Boiler Grants can extend LA Flex benefits to other homeowners, the majority of whom do not qualify under national ECO but are still vulnerable to fuel poverty.
The Significance of the Statement of Intent (SOI)
Every council’s SOI is essential as it determines the income bracket your household needs to be within. Manchester’s SOI, for instance, might be lower than Cornwall’s. Examine your local authority’s advice or contact us to learn more!
LA Flex and ECO4: Main Differences
Extended Eligibility
While the ECO4 targets benefit claimants, the LA Flex targets those missing but are in need of financial assistance for efficiency upgrades, especially families with incomes higher than benefit levels but not enough to cover bills.
Local Flexibility vs. Central Rules
Councils are provided with the power to vary criteria according to local levels of fuel poverty, whereas ECO4 adheres to standard criteria. Energy companies can utilize 50% of their funding through the use of LA Flex in ECO4, doubling the number of recipients from previous phases.
How to Apply for LA Flex Funding
Check Eligibility: Complete our online form to determine if you are eligible against your council’s SOI.
Home Assessment: Requirements for your home are inspected by an accredited surveyor.
Installation: Installation of the agreed upon upgrades, completed by skilled installers. ECO Boiler Grants only employs qualified Gas Safe registered installers, ensuring all our installations are reliable and that only the best quality materials and systems are installed.
Explaining LADS and LAD2
The Local Authority Delivery Scheme (LADS) or more specifically its second iteration LAD2 is a government-led initiative that finances local authorities to enhance energy efficiency in low-income housing. The target is those with poor Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) ratings (E, F, or G) as well as those in fuel poverty or lower incomes. LADS funds low-carbon heating and insulation for eligible homeowners and landlords.
LAD2 further develops this by working closely with regional Local Net Zero Hubs, which manage activity across England to have the greatest possible effect and secure funding into homes that are most in need.
LADS forms part of the UK’s overall pledge to ensure high-carbon fossil fuel heating is phased out and a net-zero carbon environment is reached by 2050.
ECO Boiler Grants is set apart by years of expertise as we have assisted more than 5,000 homes in receiving grants since 2022. The majority of installations, such as boiler replacements, can take only 1-2 days, ensuring a fast process that has limited impact on your daily life, at the same time making sure the quality of installation would ensure you have a peace of mind for a long time; We only work with the best boiler brands like Worcester Bosch to help make your home more valuable and comfortable.
Take Action Today with ECO Boiler Grants
It’s essential to choose the correct supplier for your LA Flex-funded scheme. ECO Boiler Grants fully supports you from eligibility to installation and aftercare, offering the full service. Our transparency sets us apart as we understand the importance of open communication, and comes with no additional fees.
Our goal is to make homes warmer, healthier, and more energy-efficient for UK homeowners by enabling them to receive the funding that they qualify for.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Don’t let this chance to save on energy bills and make your property more efficient go to waste. Complete our eligibility form today and discover if you are eligible for the LA Flex Scheme under ECO Boiler Grants. Our helpful team will contact you in less than 24 hours after you fill in the form with personalized guidance and support.
We specialize at ECO Boiler Grants in assisting UK home owners in accessing energy grants that lower the cost of heating and enhance home comfort. There is a few reasons why we usually do better: We have arrangements with many English local authorities to provide LA Flex-funded improvements, thus offering a wide range of coverage.
If you are not sure whether you are eligible, just complete our simple online form to determine your eligibility. Our specialists will assist you in the next step and help you access the financial you are entitled to.
