Grant Funding for Tenants
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Tenant Grants
At EGi Energy, we help tenants in social and private rented housing access government-backed funding for energy-saving home improvements. Through schemes such as ECO4, LA Flex, and the Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS), you could benefit from upgrades that make your home warmer, reduce your energy bills, and improve comfort, all at no cost to you or your landlord.
Our tailored approach ensures you receive the right improvements for your home, whether it’s insulation, heating, or renewable technologies such as solar panels. We take care of everything from start to finish, making the process simple and stress-free.
ECO4 Grant Scheme
The ECO4 scheme is the UK government’s main initiative to tackle fuel poverty and cut carbon emissions. If you qualify, your home could receive fully funded upgrades such as:
Loft, cavity wall and solid wall insulation
Efficient heating systems and air-source heat pumps
Solar PV installations
Whole-home retrofit packages to boost efficiency
For tenants, this means:
Lower energy bills, helping your money go further.
A warmer, more comfortable home with fewer draughts.
Healthier living conditions by reducing cold and damp.
Improvements delivered at no cost to you or your landlord.
All works are completed by TrustMark-registered installers and include warranties and guarantees for peace of mind.
Property Assessment
Check to see if your property qualifies for a ECO4 Grant, just enter your property postcode and select your address from the list for a quick assessment.
Grant Available for Tenants
There are several government-backed grants that can help tenants improve energy efficiency, lower bills, and make homes more comfortable.
Here are the main options we can help you access:
Provides fully funded energy-efficiency improvements for eligible households, including insulation, heating upgrades and renewable technologies.
Local authorities can extend ECO4 funding to households who don’t qualify under the standard rules but still need support, making the scheme more accessible.
Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS) focused specifically on insulation measures, this scheme helps tenants reduce heat loss and cut home energy bills.
Delivered by local authorities, this scheme provides funding for insulation and heating upgrades in low-income or vulnerable households. For eligible homeowners, improvements are fully funded. For landlords, one property can be fully funded, with a contribution required for additional properties.
Why Choose EGi Energy
Through our expertise in government-backed schemes, property assessment and tailored solutions, we manage the process from start to finish. Our support ensures your home receives the right upgrades, funding is secured, and installations are delivered to the highest standards.
Expertise
We understand the eligibility rules for ECO4, LA Flex and GBIS, and guide tenants through the process step by step. Our knowledge ensures you get access to the right funding and the full range of improvements you’re entitled to.
Property Assessment
Our accredited assessors carry out a full survey of your home to identify where energy is being lost. This helps us recommend the upgrades that will make the biggest difference to comfort and energy bills.
Tailored Approach
Every home and household is unique, so we design improvement plans based on your property’s condition and your circumstances, making sure you receive the most effective upgrades at no cost to you.
On Going Support
Our role doesn’t end when the installation is complete. You’ll receive an updated EPC, full compliance documents and warranties, giving you peace of mind that your home improvements are fully protected.
Our Process
Desktop Assessment
We begin with a desktop assessment of your property to check eligibility for ECO4 funding and identify potential improvements before a site visit.
Pre Property Assessment
A pre-property assessment is carried out to gather key information on the building, its current energy performance, and suitability for upgrades.
Tenant Application
You complete a simple application to confirm eligibility for the grant funding. Our team supports you through the process to make it quick and stress-free.
Retrofit Assessment
A qualified assessor visits the property to carry out a full retrofit assessment, identifying the most effective measures to boost energy efficiency and EPC ratings.
Energy Efficiency Design
Based on the retrofit assessment, we design a tailored package of improvements that meet grant requirements and deliver maximum benefits for the property.
Schedule of Works
A clear schedule of works is created, detailing the measures to be installed, timelines, and access arrangements to minimise disruption for tenants.
Work Completed
Our accredited installers complete the agreed upgrades to the highest standards, ensuring full compliance with grant requirements and industry regulations.
Post Property Assessment
A follow-up inspection is carried out to confirm all improvements have been installed correctly and the property meets the targeted energy performance standards. A new EPC will also be arranged to demonstrate the upgraded rating.
Handover Documents Provided
Once the project is complete, we provide full handover documents, including warranties, certificates, and compliance paperwork for your records.
ECO4 Grant Scheme Funders
The grant schemes are backed by the UK’s major energy suppliers, including British Gas, E (formerly E.ON Next), E.ON Energy, Ecotricity, EDF Energy, Octopus Energy, Outfox the Market, OVO Energy, Scottish Power, So Energy, Utility Warehouse, Utilita Energy.