Thousands of Homes Could Potentially Save on Energy Bills
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As energy prices are expected to rise this winter, households have been reminded that they could save up to £300 on their annual energy bills by signing up to the Great British Insulation Scheme. This Government-funded scheme provides help to improve the insulation in homes, aiming to reduce the amount of money spent on energy bills.
The scheme is primarily targeted towards low-income households, but many people may not be aware that they could be eligible for help. To qualify in England, households must live in a council tax band A-D and have an EPC rating of D-G for private renters.
To qualify in the low-income group, households must receive one or more of the following benefits: Income-based Job Seeker’s Allowance (JSA), Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA), Income Support, Pension Credit Guarantee Credit, Working Tax Credit, Child Tax Credit, Universal Credit, Housing Benefit, Pension Credit Saving Credit, Child Benefit, or the Warm Home Discount Payment.
Homeowners may have to pay some of the cost of the work, so it is advised to check the full details around how their property would be impacted. However, there are potentially big savings to be made on energy bills, which could make the insulation work worthwhile.
Consumer group Which? has said it is important for households that could be eligible to be made aware of the potential savings. Rocio Concha, director of policy and advocacy, said: “It is important that the government drives awareness of the support that is available, and ensures that eligible households can get insulation installed as soon as possible. Insulating a home can be complex and costly and the information and advice available to all households should improve so that people can feel confident making these vital changes to their homes.”
For those looking to save on energy bills, the Great British Insulation Scheme is a great way to do so. It is important to check if you are eligible for the scheme and to take advantage of any savings that can be made. More information on the scheme and how to apply can be found online.
