Off gas households can still apply for Home Upgrade Grant
Households in Telford and Wrekin which don’t use gas to heat their home could still be eligible for a Home Upgrade Grant (HUG2) ahead of the application deadline this month.
Applications for the government funding to make properties more energy efficient close on 30 September 2024.
The Home Upgrade Grant offers a range of fully funded energy efficiency measures including loft insulation, wall insulation, low carbon heating, double glazing and energy efficient doors.
Residents must meet a series of criteria to be eligible for the grant which include being in receipt of a means tested benefits or having a household income of less than £36,000 before tax.
Homes must also be off gas (not on the main gas network) and includes properties which are heated by solid fuel, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), oil or electricity.
To qualify, homes need to have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D, E, F or G and applicants must live in the home they own.
Private tenants can apply for the grant but will need their landlord’s permission who will be asked to make a contribution to any work which is carried out.
Councillor Richard Overton (Lab), Telford & Wrekin Council’s Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Highways, Housing and Enforcement, said:
“The Home Upgrade Grant follows on from previous initiatives such as the Local Authority Delivery scheme which support low income households across the borough, helping them to become more energy efficient.
“It’s still not too late to apply for this funding and we encourage residents to consider it and see if they are eligible for a range of upgrades in their home.
“As well as making homes more energy efficient, these measures can also help to reduce energy bills significantly."
Applications should take no more than ten minutes to complete and, once submitted, a Telford Energy Advice team member will be in touch to discuss next steps.
Anyone who requires a paper version of the form, or needs additional help completing it, should contact Telford Energy Advice on:
Telephone: 0800 6771952
Email: tea@mea.org.uk.
Jenny Burton, Senior Project Manager at Marches Energy Agency, said:
“The Home Upgrade Grant funding can give much needed support to those seeking to reduce their energy usage, especially during a time where many are experiencing increasing energy bills.
“Our established customer journey support will allow us to help vulnerable householders to navigate the funding process, where we will be on hand to answer householders’ queries and provide wider support."