FREE Heating Upgrades For Off Gas Properties in Argyll, Highland, Dumfries & Wales
If your home uses oil, LPG, or electric heating and someone in your household receives BENEFITS — You could Qualify in:
- Argyll and Bute
- Highlands
- Dumfries & Galloway
- Wales
Find out if you qualify for a 100% FREE Heating Upgrades by Government
ECO4 Scheme Backed by Governement
Old Oil or Electric Heating in Rural Scotland or Wales? Get a Free Upgrade
If your home relies on an old oil boiler, LPG system, or electric heating like outdated storage heaters or an electric flow boiler, you could be eligible for a fully funded heating upgrade through the Government’s ECO4 Scheme.
This scheme is designed to help improve energy efficiency and reduce bills for households that are off the gas grid in rural areas like Argyll and Bute, Dumfries and Galloway, the Highlands, and Wales — especially homes with high running costs and low EPC ratings.
- A free Air Source Heat Pump – a low-carbon, energy-efficient heating system
- Or free Modern Electric Storage Heaters – smart, responsive, and low-cost to run
- Plus Solar Panels – to generate free electricity during the day and reduce reliance on the grid
Heating Types That Qualify for Free ECO4 Upgrades
If your home uses Oil Boiler, LPG, electric heating, or has no central heating, you may qualify for a free upgrade through the ECO4 scheme — including a heat pump, storage heaters, and solar panels, fully funded in Argyll, Dumfries, Highland & Wales.
Electric Storage or Plug-in Heaters
Using electric storage, plug-in, or panel heaters? You could qualify for a free upgrade to high-efficiency electric storage heaters or an air heat pump.
Oil Boilers, Solid Fuel or LPG Heating
If your home uses an oil boiler, LPG, or solid fuel, you may be eligible for a free low-carbon air source heat pump through the ECO4 scheme.
Homes Without Central Heating System
No central heating or gas boiler? You could get a free heating system installed, including storage heaters or a heat pump, fully funded.
Who Qualifies for Free Heating Grants Under the ECO4 Scheme?
You May Qualify if:
- You are a homeowner or a private tenant (with landlord consent)
- You or someone in your household receives qualifying benefits
- Your home is heated by an oil boiler, LPG, electric heaters, or has no central heating
- Your current heating system is inefficient or over 15 years old
- Your property has an EPC rating of D, E, F or G
GOVERNMENT ECO4 SCHEME OFFERS UPTO
£30,000
IN FUNDING IF YOU OR ANYONE IN YOUR HOUSEHOLD IS ON BENEFITS
Free Heating Grants For Off-Gas Properties
Under the UK Government’s ECO4 scheme, homes in rural and off-gas areas can now benefit from fully funded heating upgrades including air source heat pumps, electric storage heaters, solar panels, and insulation. We currently serve eligible households in:
Argyll and Bute
Free air source heat pump grants and insulation for off-grid homes using oil, LPG, or electric heating including properties in Oban, Campbeltown, Dunoon, Helensburgh, and Lochgilphead.
Dumfries and Galloway
ECO4-funded upgrades for electric storage heaters, loft insulation, and solar installations in areas like Dumfries, Stranraer, Castle Douglas, Newton Stewart, and surrounding villages.
Highland
Support for rural homes with no mains gas, offering low-carbon heating systems and EPC improvement measures across Inverness, Fort William, Wick, Thurso, Portree (Isle of Skye), and remote Highland communities.
Wales
Heating grants available for properties across Powys, Ceredigion, Carmarthenshire, and more — including towns like Llandrindod Wells, Aberystwyth, Llanelli, and Carmarthen, with full coverage of rural off-gas areas.
What Happens After You Qualify for a Free ECO4 Heating Grant?
Once you’re approved under the ECO4 Scheme, getting your new heating system is simple and stress-free. We handle everything — from survey to installation — at no cost to you.
It's as Easy as...
Book a free survey
We assess your heating system (Oil, LPG, ELectric) and confirm if you’re eligible for a free upgrade.
Installation planning
We plan the best heating solution for your home air source heat pump or electric heaters with solar panels.
Get things done
Our certified installers fit the system in just a few days at zero cost to you fully funded by government.
Get Started with HnR Energy Solutions
Take the first step towards an energy-efficient home today. Check your eligibility for the ECO4 Scheme and start saving on your energy bills with no costs.
Why Choose
HnR Energy Solutions
We’re not just about providing eco-friendly energy solutions. Here’s why customers trust us:
20+ Years of Experience
We bring over two decades of expertise in energy-efficient home solutions.
No Cost At All - 100% FREE
Eligible households can access ECO4 grants with no initial cost.
Installation Within 7 Days
From free surveys to expert installations, we manage everything.
Government Funding
We help you access ECO4 grants, boiler grants, insulation grants and more.
Trusted Across the UK
Our proven track record with homeowners across the UK speaks itself.
FREE Heating Upgrades Under Government ECO4 Grants
Frequently Asked Questions
Find quick answers to your most common questions here.
You can still qualify. If your property uses LPG, coal, or wood burners, ECO4 offers a free switch to low-carbon heating, like air source heat pumps and solar panels.
A: If you live in the Highlands and use oil or electric heating, you could be eligible for a government-backed ECO4 grant to upgrade to a more efficient system. Free heat pumps and electric storage heaters are available for qualifying homes.
Yes. If your oil boiler is over 15 years old or inefficient, you may be eligible for a fully funded air source heat pump. The system provides heating and hot water using renewable energy and significantly reduces energy bills.
Yes, rural and off-gas homes in Dumfries and Galloway can access free heating upgrades under the ECO4 scheme. This includes replacing old oil boilers or electric heaters with modern, energy-efficient systems at no cost.
Yes. If your home has no wet heating system (like radiators or a boiler), you may qualify for a first-time heating system, funded entirely under ECO4.
Typically, yes. You or someone in your household must receive a qualifying benefit e.g. Universal Credit, Income Support, Pension Credit, etc.
Yes, homeowners and tenants in Argyll and Bute may qualify for a free air source heat pump, storage heater upgrade, or boiler replacement through the ECO4 scheme. Eligibility depends on your property’s EPC rating and household circumstances. Apply online to check.
Absolutely. ECO4 grants are available throughout Wales to support off-gas homes with poor energy efficiency. If you qualify, you may receive a free air source heat pump or electric storage heater to help lower your energy bills.
Depending on your situation, the grant can cover:
An air source heat pump
Electric storage heaters
Solar panels
Pipework, thermostats, and hot water upgrades
Removal of your existing oil, LPG, or electric heating system
Insulation top-ups if needed
After your free home assessment and grant approval, most installations are completed in 2 to 5 days. There are no costs, delays, or hidden charges.