Affordable Warmth Scheme: A Lifeline for Northern Ireland Homeowners.
Upgrading your heating system can be expensive, especially when a boiler breaks unexpectedly. The cost of replacing an old or inefficient boiler, along with home insulation, can put a significant strain on household finances. Fortunately, the Government-backed Affordable Warmth Scheme is here to help homeowners in Northern Ireland. It offers financial assistance to improve energy efficiency, reduce heating bills, and keep homes warm.
What is the Affordable Warmth Scheme?
The Affordable Warmth Scheme provides financial support to low-income households for upgrading heating systems and improving home insulation. Eligible households can receive up to £10,000 to cover these energy-efficiency improvements.
The scheme is focused on helping vulnerable households reduce fuel poverty, making it easier to afford necessary upgrades without facing financial hardship.
Eligibility Criteria
Households with a low income may qualify for the Affordable Warmth Scheme. The specific eligibility requirements vary, but typically the scheme is available to those receiving benefits or who are otherwise financially vulnerable. If you’re unsure about your eligibility, you can get more information through the Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE) or the NI Energy Advice Service (NIEAS).
How to Apply for the Affordable Warmth Scheme
To start the application process, you’ll need to contact the NI Energy Advice Service (NIEAS) by phone or email. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
–Contact NIEAS: Reach out to the service by phone or email to begin your application.
–Home Assessment: After you apply, a technical officer will visit your home to assess what energy efficiency improvements are best suited for your needs.
–Approval Pack: Once the assessment is complete and funding is approved, you’ll receive an approval pack detailing the grant amount and the work you can carry out.
Approved Installers
All work under the Affordable Warmth Scheme must be carried out by certified professionals. Only Gas Safe or OFTEC-registered installers can perform the upgrades. This ensures safety and quality throughout the installation process.
With your grant, you can:
-Convert an oil boiler to a gas boiler.
-Install a new LPG boiler.
-Replace an inefficient gas boiler with a more energy-efficient model.
Why Choose Hynes Plumbing and Heating?
Hynes Plumbing and Heating, based in Belfast, is a Gas Safe-registered team of heating experts. We cover Belfast and the surrounding areas, offering reliable, professional service from start to finish. Whether you need a boiler upgrade or insulation improvements, we can guide you through the process, helping you choose the best options for your home.
Our expertise ensures that you get the most from your Affordable Warmth Scheme grant, so your home stays warm and energy-efficient this winter.
Stay Warm this Winter
Keeping your home warm during the colder months is essential, and the Affordable Warmth Scheme can make that possible. Don’t let the high cost of boiler replacement or insulation upgrades stop you from staying comfortable.
Talk to our experts at Hynes Plumbing and Heating today for advice on how to apply for the scheme and how we can help you improve your home’s energy efficiency.
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