Government Backed Scheme | Free Boiler Grants
If you live in Wolverhampton and your boiler is old, unreliable, or more than 20 years old, you may be eligible for a fully funded A rated boiler through the government backed ECO4 Free Boiler Grant. The scheme supports qualifying households across the city and focuses heavily on areas with older housing stock and higher energy usage. Wolverhampton is one of those places where thousands of homes still rely on boilers that were installed between the 1980s and early 2000s. Many of these systems are noisy, inefficient, or slow to heat the home.
Free Energy Savings helps households across Wolverhampton apply quickly and safely, without navigating complicated paperwork. If your boiler is 20 years old or older, this is exactly the type of upgrade the ECO4 scheme was designed to support. You can check your eligibility in less than a minute.
Many people assume the grant only applies to households receiving benefits, but this is not the case. There are three routes to qualify. Health, Low Income, and Benefit Route. Most Wolverhampton households that receive an approval fall under the Low Income or Health categories. You do not need benefits to be eligible.
The only firm rule is that your boiler must be at least 20 years old or be a non condensing model. If your boiler was installed before the early 2000s, it usually meets the age requirement.
Below is a full breakdown of the qualification routes.
If someone in your home has a health condition that becomes worse in cold or damp environments, you may qualify through the Health Route. Wolverhampton Council participates in a version of LA Flex that allows residents to qualify without benefits if their home or health is affected by cold living conditions.
Common qualifying conditions include:
We see a high number of successful applications from homes in Parkfields, Low Hill, Ettingshall, All Saints, Whitmore Reans, Blakenhall, Wednesfield, and Bushbury. These areas have a large concentration of older homes, many of which struggle to retain heat. A small example comes to mind from a recent assessment in East Park. The family had an older occupant with worsening breathing problems. Their home was cold even with the heating on. The boiler was more than 25 years old. They qualified through the health route and now have a system that keeps the home warm without constant worry about gas usage.
The Health Route exists for homes exactly like this. If someone in your household has a medical condition that becomes more difficult to manage during the winter, you may qualify even if you receive no benefits at all.
The Low Income Route supports households who may not be receiving benefits but still struggle with rising heating costs. Many Wolverhampton homes fall into this category. There are thousands of 1930 to 1970 builds in areas like Tettenhall Wood, Compton, Bradmore, Goldthorn Park, Bushbury North, and the more modern estates around Wednesfield North. These homes were built with little insulation compared to today’s standards and often rely on boilers that are well beyond their intended lifespan.
Low income qualification takes into account:
A house in Wednesfield North is a recent example. The homeowner worked full time, did not receive benefits, and did not think he would qualify. His boiler was 22 years old, the EPC was an F, and the home struggled to retain heat. He qualified through the Low Income Route and now has an A rated boiler that uses far less energy.
This is a common situation across Wolverhampton. You do not need to be receiving support to meet the requirements. If the home is cold, the boiler is old, and the EPC is low, the chances of qualifying are high.
This is the simplest route. If your household receives any of the following, you may qualify automatically:
If you are a private tenant, you can also qualify as long as your landlord gives permission for the installation.
Across Wolverhampton, thousands of households qualify every year through one of these three routes. If your home is cold, your boiler is old, or you have health or income related pressures, there is a very good chance you meet the criteria. The eligibility check is quick and we handle everything from that point onward.
The Free Boiler Grant is part of the ECO4 scheme, which is the UK Government’s Energy Company Obligation. The current phase runs until 2026 and is focused on upgrading inefficient heating systems in low income or vulnerable households. The grant has one purpose. To replace unsafe or outdated boilers with modern A rated systems that drastically reduce wasted energy.
For Wolverhampton residents, ECO4 can cover the full cost of the replacement. This includes the boiler itself, installation, all materials, the survey, labour, and certification. You do not repay anything. There are no hidden charges and no agreements to sign that lock you into ongoing payments. The upgrade is funded entirely if your home meets the qualifying criteria.
The scheme is particularly helpful for homes with non condensing boilers. These are older models that usually operate at 60 to 70 percent efficiency. In real terms, that means up to 40 percent of the energy you pay for is lost through the flue. A modern A rated boiler runs at around 90 to 94 percent efficiency. That difference alone can reduce gas bills by around £300 to £400 per year. Many Wolverhampton households tell us the same thing during surveys. They knew their boiler was old, but they did not realise how much energy it was wasting.
Wolverhampton is a priority area because so many homes were built during times when insulation standards were weaker. Older estates in places like Wednesfield, Ettingshall, Parkfields, Low Hill, and Heath Town often lose heat quickly and rely on boilers that have already exceeded their recommended lifespan. ECO4 is designed to help exactly these types of properties.
If you qualify, the Wolverhampton Free Boiler Grant covers everything from start to finish without any cost to you.
Wolverhampton has a very distinct housing landscape. A large share of properties were built before 1980. Many of these are semi detached, terraced, or ex council homes that were constructed during periods where insulation standards were far less efficient than they are today. Places like Whitmore Reans, Low Hill, All Saints, Blakenhall, and parts of Heath Town contain older heating systems and radiators that struggle to heat the home evenly.
Fuel poverty levels in parts of Wolverhampton are also higher than the regional average. Many residents spend more than they should on gas simply because their boiler is outdated. Even something as simple as pipework insulation can make a noticeable difference in these homes. ECO4 was designed to tackle these exact issues.
Upgrading old boilers has a direct benefit on the entire property. It improves comfort, reduces energy bills, and lifts the EPC rating. Homes stay warmer for longer and residents feel less pressure during colder months. Wolverhampton Council also supports ECO4 improvements through LA Flex arrangements, which widens eligibility for households that need assistance.
Older Wolverhampton homes are exactly the type of properties the ECO4 scheme was created to help.
Choosing the right company to handle your application makes everything much easier. Free Energy Savings works with accredited, fully approved ECO4 installers across the West Midlands. Every engineer is Gas Safe registered and experienced in handling older heating systems, which is important for homes with aging pipework or hard to reach boilers.
We manage the paperwork so you do not have to worry about complicated forms or technical criteria. You only complete a short online form and we take care of the rest. Survey appointments in Wolverhampton are usually available quickly since our teams operate locally every week. You are kept informed throughout the entire process from eligibility checks to installation day.
There are no fees, no tie ins, and no sales pressure at any point. The service is built around clarity and transparency. Many Wolverhampton residents appreciate having someone walk them through the process. We regularly support households in Penn, Bushbury, Wednesfield, Tettenhall, and Bilston. A homeowner in Penn recently mentioned that she had put off replacing her 23 year old boiler for years because she thought the grant would be complicated. Once she applied, the survey was completed within a few days and the installation happened the following week.
We specialise in helping Wolverhampton households qualify quickly and comfortably. If you want the simplest route into the scheme, we can help you do that.
The process is simple. There are four steps from start to finish and each part is funded if you qualify.
A short set of questions about your home, heating system, and circumstances. It takes less than a minute. This helps us understand whether your boiler meets the basic age requirement and which qualification route fits your situation.
Our team checks several key details including:
You do not need to know your EPC rating in advance. If we need to check it for you, we can do that.
A surveyor visits your home to assess:
The survey usually takes around 20 to 40 minutes depending on the property.
If you qualify, the installation team removes the old boiler and fits a modern A rated unit. This includes:
Every part of the process is funded. You never pay anything.
Free Energy Savings covers every part of Wolverhampton and the surrounding areas. This includes:
We also cover nearby areas such as Willenhall and locations on the Wolverhampton border near Sedgley and Tipton. Wherever you are in the city, our engineers can reach you quickly.
Upgrading an old heating system has a direct impact on your home. The financial savings alone can make a noticeable difference, especially for households that have been relying on a boiler installed two or three decades ago.
Key benefits include:
Older Wolverhampton properties are among the least energy efficient in the West Midlands. A modern A rated boiler reduces wasted heat and makes the entire home feel steadier and warmer. We see this difference often. After one installation in Oxley, the homeowner told us the house felt warm for the first time in years and that the boiler no longer needed to run constantly.
These improvements do not just save money. They make everyday life at home easier and more comfortable. And since the upgrade is fully funded for eligible households, it removes the financial barrier that often stops people from replacing their old system.
If your boiler is more than 20 years old & you are struggling with high heating bills, the ECO4 scheme may cover the full cost of a replacement. The check is quick, free, and straightforward. Many Wolverhampton homes qualify, especially in areas with older heating systems.
To start your application process you can fill in our application form above. We will then get in touch to check your eligibility and move your application forward.
Qualification works through three routes. Health, Low Income, or Benefit Route. Your boiler must be at least 20 years old or be a non condensing model. Many homes in Wolverhampton qualify because they are older properties with low EPC ratings. You do not need to be receiving benefits. If your home is cold or your boiler is outdated, there is a good chance you meet the criteria.
Yes. The ECO4 scheme is government backed and funded by energy suppliers. There are no repayments, no hidden fees, and no loan agreements. Everything is covered if your home qualifies including the survey, installation, and boiler itself.
Yes. Most boilers must be at least 20 years old to meet ECO4 replacement rules. Non condensing boilers also qualify strongly. If you are unsure about your boiler age, the survey can confirm it. Many residents think their boiler is younger than it is. Anything installed before the early 2000s usually meets the requirement.
You can still qualify through the Low Income or Health Route. Wolverhampton Council supports LA Flex criteria which widens eligibility. Many working households and families qualify even without receiving Universal Credit or similar support.
Boilers installed in bedrooms, cupboards, lofts, or older utility rooms are still eligible. The surveyor will check access and any safety considerations. Older Wolverhampton homes often have boilers in non standard locations, which is perfectly fine.
Depending on your EPC rating and home layout, you may be eligible for additional improvements such as insulation or smart heating controls. The survey will confirm this. The main priority is replacing the inefficient boiler, but extra measures are sometimes included.
Yes, ECO4 is a government scheme. Energy companies are obligated to fund the cost and installation of boilers and loft insulation in eligible homes. This service is free for you. The energy companies, like British Gas and EON, cover all costs.
You will receive a modern A rated gas boiler from an approved manufacturer. All installations are completed by Gas Safe engineers and come with a warranty. The engineer will choose a suitable model for the layout and heating needs of your home.
Application approval can take between 6 to 12 weeks. Once approved, the work can be done within a week. It includes the loft insulation and the boiler installation.
Yes, all the installers we connect you with are registered with Gas Safe & Trustmark.
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