What Is the BUS Grant & How Can You Get £7,500 for a Heat Pump?
Switching to a heat pump is one of the best ways to future-proof your home, cut energy bills, and reduce your carbon footprint. The UK government’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) makes it even more affordable by offering a £7,500 grant towards the cost of installing an air source or ground source heat pump.
If you’re considering upgrading your heating system, here’s everything you need to know about the BUS grant and how you can claim your £7,500 with Cool Energy’s support.
What Is the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS)?
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) is a UK government incentive designed to help homeowners replace fossil fuel boilers with more energy-efficient heat pumps. It provides a £7,500 upfront discount, making heat pump installations significantly more affordable.
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible for the BUS grant, you must meet the following criteria:
✅ Your property is located in England or Wales
✅ You are replacing an existing fossil fuel heating system (oil, gas, or LPG)
✅ Your home has a valid Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) with no outstanding insulation recommendations
✅ The system is installed by an MCS-certified installer
How Cool Energy Can Help You Get the £7,500 Grant
At Cool Energy, we make the grant application process simple for you. While we do not handle installation, we provide a comprehensive service to ensure your system qualifies for the grant.
Our BUS Grant Service Includes:
✔ Applying for the BUS grant on your behalf – We handle all paperwork and liaise with Ofgem.
✔ Commissioning your system – Once your heat pump is installed, we visit your site to commission the system, ensuring it meets all MCS compliance standards.
✔ Completing all necessary paperwork – We ensure all documentation is correctly submitted.
✔ Issuing the MCS certification – This certification is required to qualify for the grant.
Service Cost
We charge £900 - £1,100 for this service, depending on the distance to your site.
If this is something you are considering, please contact Cool Energy, and we will send you the information required to submit your grant application. We will also update the invoice to reflect VAT exemption where applicable.
Why Choose Cool Energy for Your Heat Pump?
✅ We manufacture our own heat pumps – High-performance, reliable, and built for the UK climate.
✅ Full installation kits available – Everything you need for a complete heat pump system.
✅ Hassle-free grant application – We handle the paperwork, so you don’t have to.
✅ MCS certification guaranteed – Ensuring eligibility for the £7,500 grant.
Get Started Today!
Don’t miss out on the £7,500 BUS grant—make the switch to a heat pump today. Contact Cool Energy to discuss your options and start your grant application process.