Do I need to be on benefits?

No — the Boiler Upgrade Scheme is open to any homeowner regardless of income.

How do I get the money?

Your MCS installer claims it and takes it off your quote; you don't receive it directly.

The Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS)

Thinking about replacing a fossil-fuel boiler with a heat pump? The Boiler Upgrade Scheme cuts the cost by thousands. This guide explains the grant, eligibility and the application steps before you commit.

Last reviewed: August 2026

The grant

£7,500 toward an air or ground source heat pump in England and Wales; up to £9,000 for homes currently on heating oil or LPG. Runs under the Warm Homes Plan umbrella.

Who qualifies

Any homeowner in England or Wales — no income test, no benefits required. Private landlords can apply; social housing is excluded.

How to apply

It's installer-led: choose an MCS-certified installer, and they apply for the grant on your behalf and deduct it from the quote. You don't apply to government directly.

FAQs

Do I need to be on benefits?: No — the Boiler Upgrade Scheme is open to any homeowner regardless of income.
How do I get the money?: Your MCS installer claims it and takes it off your quote; you don't receive it directly.