Warm Homes Plan

The Warm Homes Plan will roll out across the UK from 2025, delivering large-scale home-energy retrofits to reduce energy waste, cut emissions, and lower household bills. The plan focuses on privately owned homes, privately rented properties, and low-income households struggling with high energy costs.

Eligible households must generally meet the following conditions:

• UK-based property.
• Low to moderate household income.
• An EPC rating typically between D and G (property must require energy improvements).
• Owner-occupied or privately rented accommodation.

The Warm Homes Plan is expected to improve millions of homes nationwide, bringing down energy bills while supporting the UK’s long-term climate commitments.

Local authorities and accredited installers will determine which upgrades each home receives following an energy assessment. Expected measures include:

• Insulation: Loft, cavity wall, solid wall, and floor insulation to reduce heat loss.
• Solar Panels: Solar PV installations to generate renewable electricity and offset rising energy prices.
• Heat Pumps: Air source or ground source heat pumps to replace inefficient gas boilers where suitable.
• Energy-Efficient Windows: Modern double or triple glazing to reduce draughts and improve EPC ratings.
• Home Energy Assessments: Professional evaluation to identify recommended improvements and savings.

All upgrades will be tailored to each property’s structure, heating system, and insulation level. Eligible homeowners will not be required to make a financial contribution toward approved upgrades.

Households wishing to benefit from the Warm Homes Plan should follow these steps:

1. Check Eligibility: Confirm your property’s EPC rating, ownership status, and household income level meet scheme requirements.
2. Contact Your Local Authority: Councils will manage applications and provide guidance on documents needed and timelines for assessment.
3. Submit Required Documents: Applicants may need proof of income, ownership or tenancy, and EPC information.
4. Book Your Home Assessment: A qualified assessor will inspect the property and determine recommended upgrades.
5. Installation: Once approved, accredited installers will carry out the insulation or heating upgrades at no cost to eligible households.

Applications should be submitted early, as funding may be allocated on a rolling basis and could vary between regions.

An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rates a property’s energy efficiency and outlines potential improvements. It is an essential requirement for the Warm Homes Plan.

In the UK, an EPC is required when:

• Selling a property.
• Renting out a property.
• Constructing a new property.

The EPC must be ordered before marketing a property for sale or rent.

Homeowners with EPC ratings between D and G are most likely to qualify for significant support under the Warm Homes Plan.

Check Your EPC Rating

What an EPC Includes

An EPC provides:

• An energy efficiency rating from A (best) to G (worst).
• Estimated annual energy costs.
• Recommended improvements to reduce bills and emissions.

An EPC is valid for ten years.

Accurate EPC information ensures your household can access the right level of support and the most suitable upgrades.

• Check your EPC rating to understand your starting point.
• Prepare for the application process and gather required documentation.
• Contact your local authority or support organisation for guidance on eligibility and next steps.

Taking early action increases the likelihood of securing funding, ensuring your home receives energy-saving improvements as the Warm Homes Plan rolls out across the UK.

Other Support Available:

• Household Support Fund
• Cold Weather Payment
• Cost of Living Payment
• Fuel Vouchers