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The Warm Homes in Wilton, Somerset
An OverviewWarm Homes in Wilton, Somerset, launching 1st April 2025, promotes energy efficiency to reduce bills and environmental impact. This vital scheme offers residents vital support to upgrade homes, enhancing comfort and savings. Applications are now open—act quickly to secure your spot before all reservations are filled.
About the Warm Homes Local Grant
– The UK Government has pledged to enhance five million residences within the next five years under the Warm Homes Plan. – This initiative is designed to lower energy costs and increase household comfort, targeting the reduction of fuel poverty across the nation. – The Warm Homes Plan serves as a vital element in the Government’s overarching strategy to establish the UK as a leader in clean energy innovation. – Aiming to supply the country with sustainable energy by 2030, the plan supports the transition of homes to clean heating solutions. – These efforts contribute significantly to the long-term objective of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
What Measures Could You Get?
Energy Performance Upgrades: Measures to improve the energy efficiency of homes, such as insulation and draught proofing. Up to £15,000 in funding per household.
Low-Carbon Heating: Installations of low-carbon heating systems, such as heat pumps. Up to £15,000 in funding per household.
Loft Insulation
Helps retain heat in winter and keep your home cooler in summer, cutting energy waste and reducing bills.
Heat Pumps
Provide efficient, eco-friendly heating and cooling, cutting down on energy bills.
Solar PV
Harnesses the power of the sun to generate clean electricity, lowering electricity costs.
Boiler Upgrade
Replaces old systems with energy-efficient models, improving heating efficiency.
Cavity Wall Insulation
Prevents heat loss through your walls, improving energy efficiency and lowering heating bills.
HHR Storage Heaters
Store heat efficiently and release it when needed, cutting costs with off-peak electricity.
Heating Controls
Let you control room temperatures individually, improving comfort and saving energy.
I/E Wall Insulation
Reduces heat loss through walls, boosting energy efficiency and cutting heating costs.
Am I Eligible?
To qualify for the Warm Homes grant in Wilton, Somerset, both the household and property must satisfy specific eligibility criteria. Applicants need to meet income and residency requirements, while the property should require energy efficiency improvements. Detailed eligibility guidelines are provided below to help determine qualification for the grant.
- Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D to G
- Privately owned (owner-occupied or privately rented)
- The scheme covers all fuel types, including homes on mains gas and off-grid homes using electricity, oil, coal, or LPG.
- Receive means-tested benefits
- Have a gross household income under £36,000
- Suffer with a medical condition aggravated by cold (e.g., asthma, high blood pressure)
- Live in a qualifying postcode (as defined by the grant)
- Properties with an EPC rating in bands A to C.
- New build or self-build homes that have not been previously occupied.
- Social housing (except for in-fill purposes, with specific conditions).
- Park homes that are not the permanent residence of the household or are expected to be demolished before the measure guarantee period ends.
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