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title: "Boiler Upgrade Scheme 2026 | £7,500–£9,000 Heat Pump Grant"
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# Boiler Upgrade Scheme 2026 — £7,500–£9,000 Grant, Manchester Application Guide

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**Greentech Renewables — MCS-Certified BUS Grant Installers, Greater Manchester** Last updated: June 2026 · HIES Consumer Code · 4.9★ Trustpilot

The Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) pays £7,500 toward an air source or ground source heat pump in any English or Welsh property — with no income test and no outstanding insulation requirement as of 2026. From 21 July 2026, off-gas grid homes (oil or LPG) receive an increased grant of £9,000. Your MCS-certified installer applies on your behalf; you pay only the net amount after the grant is deducted from your quote. Processing time: 2–4 weeks for Ofgem voucher approval; 9–14 weeks typical enquiry-to-installation lead time across Greater Manchester.

### Key Takeaways

- **£7,500 BUS grant** for air source, ground source, and water source heat pumps in England and Wales — no income test.
- **£9,000 grant for oil/LPG homes** from 21 July 2026 to 31 March 2027 — a temporary uplift for off-gas grid properties.
- The **EPC insulation block removed in 2026** — outstanding loft or cavity wall recommendations no longer prevent you from qualifying.
- Greater Manchester residents can **stack BUS with solar panels** to cut heat pump running costs to £400–£700/year — less than a gas boiler.
- Scheme runs to **December 2027**. £295 million allocated for 2025/26. Vouchers are limited; apply before peak demand in autumn 2026.
- **120-day rule:** your installer must submit the redemption claim within 120 days of commissioning. We manage this deadline for you.
- As a HIES Consumer Code member and MCS-certified installer, Greentech Renewables applies for your BUS voucher directly. Get your free Manchester survey → (https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/free-quote)

**🔶 July 2026 Update — Off-Gas Grid Uplift**

From **21 July 2026**, eligible off-gas grid homes (currently heated by oil or LPG) receive a **£9,000 BUS grant** instead of £7,500 — an extra £1,500 on the standard amount. This applies to vouchers applied for on or after 21 July 2026 and runs until 31 March 2027. Many rural Greater Manchester and Cheshire properties on oil heating will qualify. Check your eligibility → (https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/free-quote)

## What Is the Boiler Upgrade Scheme and How Much Is the 2026 Grant?

The Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) is a UK government programme administered by Ofgem (https://www.ofgem.gov.uk/environmental-and-social-schemes/boiler-upgrade-scheme-bus) that provides upfront grants to reduce the cost of low-carbon heating installations. The grant is deducted directly from your installation quote — you never pay the full price, then wait for a rebate. It is separate from the Warm Homes Local Grant (https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/grants/warm-homes-plan), which is means-tested. BUS has no income test.

| Technology | Standard Grant | Off-Gas Uplift (21 Jul–31 Mar 2027) | Availability |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Air source heat pump (air-to-water) | £7,500 | £9,000 (oil/LPG homes) | Available now |
| Ground source heat pump | £7,500 | £9,000 (oil/LPG homes) | Available now |
| Water source heat pump | £7,500 | £9,000 (oil/LPG homes) | Available now |
| Air-to-air heat pump | £2,500 | — | Late 2026 (Q4) |
| Biomass boiler | £5,000 | — | Off-gas, rural only |
| Heat battery | £2,500 | — | 2026/27 |

£9,000 max grant for off-gas homes from 21 Jul 2026 Ofgem, July 2026

Dec 2027 scheme end date (extended) DESNZ, 2025

£295m funding allocated 2025/26 DESNZ budget

97% of BUS applications are for air source heat pumps Ofgem Dec 2025 data

## Are You Eligible? Boiler Upgrade Scheme Checklist

### You ARE eligible if all of these apply:

✓ You own the property (owner-occupier, landlord, or second-home owner)

✓ Property is in England or Wales (Scotland has its own scheme)

✓ You currently have fossil fuel heating (gas, oil, LPG boiler) or electric heating without a heat pump

✓ Property is an existing building — not a developer new-build (self-builds are eligible)

✓ No previous BUS or Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) grant has been paid at this property

✓ You have a valid EPC (any rating A–G, issued within the last 10 years)

✓ Your installer is MCS-certified and HIES or RECC consumer code approved

### You are NOT eligible if:

✗ You want a hybrid heat pump system (heat pump + gas boiler combination)

✗ The property is social housing (separate ECO4 / Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund applies)

✗ The property has already received a BUS or RHI grant

✗ The system is above 45kWth (commercial-scale installations)

✗ The property is in Scotland (see Scotland's Home Energy Scotland equivalent)

## Step-by-Step BUS Application — Manchester Homeowner Guide

You do not apply directly to Ofgem. The BUS scheme is **installer-led** — your MCS-certified installer applies for the voucher on your behalf and deducts the grant from your final invoice. Here is exactly how the process works for Greater Manchester residents:

1

### Get a Free Home Survey (No Commitment)

Contact Greentech Renewables (or any MCS-certified installer) for a free home survey. We visit your property across Greater Manchester — M, WN, WA, SK, OL, BL postcodes — and conduct a full heat loss calculation. This determines the correct heat pump size, identifies any radiator or cylinder upgrades needed, and confirms BUS eligibility before any commitment.

⏱ Allow 1–2 hours for the survey visit

2

### Receive and Approve Your Quote

Your quote shows the full installation cost, the BUS grant deduction (£7,500 or £9,000 for oil/LPG from July 2026), and the net amount you pay. The grant is deducted before payment — you never pay the full amount and wait for reimbursement. Quotes are valid for 30 days. Review the MCS heat pump design pack, which is included with every Greentech quote.

⏱ Quote issued within 24–48 hours of survey

3

### EPC Check (You May Already Have a Valid One)

You need a valid EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) issued within the last 10 years — any rating A to G is acceptable. Check your existing EPC at https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/. If your EPC is expired or missing, we can arrange an accredited assessor across Greater Manchester (typically £60–£120). Unlike before 2026, outstanding loft or cavity wall insulation recommendations on your EPC **no longer block** your BUS application.

⏱ EPC check takes 5 minutes online; new assessment takes 1–2 hours

4

### We Apply for Your Ofgem Voucher

Once you approve the quote, Greentech Renewables submits a voucher application to Ofgem on your behalf via the Ofgem BUS installer portal. The application includes your property details, current heating system, and the proposed heat pump specification. You do not need to create an Ofgem account or submit any paperwork — we handle everything.

⏱ Application submitted within 1–3 business days of quote approval

5

### Ofgem Issues the Voucher

Ofgem processes BUS voucher applications in approximately 2–4 weeks. The voucher is emailed directly to us (your installer). Air source heat pump vouchers are valid for **3 months** from issue date; ground source vouchers for **6 months**. If Ofgem requests additional information, we respond on your behalf — any delays count toward the voucher validity period, so we respond promptly.

⏱ Ofgem processing: 2–4 weeks

6

### Installation (1–5 Days)

Our engineers install your air source heat pump — typically a 2–5 day process for Greater Manchester properties. This includes: removing your old boiler, installing the external heat pump unit (usually on rear or side of house), fitting the hot water cylinder, connecting to your heating circuit, and commissioning the system. We handle DNO notification (Electricity North West for most of Greater Manchester) for any electrical upgrades required. You receive training on using the heat pump controls before we leave.

⏱ 2–5 days installation; system live at the end of day 2 in most cases

7

### MCS Certificate Issued

Within 2 business days of completing installation, Greentech Renewables issues your MCS Microgeneration Installation Certificate and registers it on the MCS database. This certificate is essential for BUS voucher redemption, for your home insurer, and — if you later add solar panels — for Smart Export Guarantee registration. You receive a digital copy; keep it safely as it is linked to your property for life.

⏱ MCS certificate issued within 2 business days of commissioning

8

### Voucher Redemption — Grant Paid to Installer

We submit the BUS redemption claim to Ofgem with your MCS certificate, proof of decommissioning your old boiler, and the commissioning report. This must be submitted within **120 days of the commissioning date** (the date your system was switched on). Ofgem processes redemption claims within 2–4 weeks and pays the £7,500 (or £9,000) grant directly to us. You only ever pay the net amount shown on your quote — the grant money never passes through your hands.

⏱ 120-day deadline from commissioning. Ofgem payment: 2–4 weeks after submission.

### Start Your BUS Grant Application — Greater Manchester

Free home survey · Grant applied for you · 4.9★ Trustpilot · HIES Consumer Code · MCS certified

Get Free Heat Pump Survey (https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/free-quote) Check Warm Homes Grant → (https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/grants/warm-homes-plan-eligibility)

## What Does a Heat Pump Cost After the BUS Grant in Manchester?

| Property Type | Common Manchester Areas | Total Install Cost | BUS Grant | You Pay |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 3-bed terraced (gas boiler) | Eccles, Swinton, Stockport | £10,000–£12,000 | £7,500 | £2,500–£4,500 |
| 3-bed semi (gas boiler) | Worsley, Sale, Cheadle | £11,000–£13,500 | £7,500 | £3,500–£6,000 |
| 4-bed detached (gas boiler) | Altrincham, Bramhall, Worsley | £13,000–£16,000 | £7,500 | £5,500–£8,500 |
| Rural property (oil boiler) | Cheshire, Lancashire border | £10,000–£14,000 | £9,000 (from Jul 2026) | £1,000–£5,000 |
| Ground source heat pump | Properties with garden space | £18,000–£25,000 | £7,500 | £10,500–£17,500 |

## BUS vs Warm Homes Local Grant — Which Is Right for Manchester Residents?

Greater Manchester Combined Authority administers the Warm Homes Local Grant (https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/grants/warm-homes-plan) as a national trailblazer area, targeting 60,000 homes by 2030. This is a separate, means-tested funding route. Here is how the two schemes compare:

| Factor | Boiler Upgrade Scheme | Warm Homes: Local Grant (GMCA) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Grant value | £7,500 (£9,000 off-gas from Jul 2026) | Up to £10,000–£15,000 |
| Income test | None — any household income | Under £36,000 or receiving benefits |
| EPC required | Any rating A–G, within 10 years | Band D–G required |
| Insulation bundled | Heat pump only | May include loft, wall, floor insulation |
| Application route | Through your MCS installer | Through GMCA / local council portal |
| Social housing | Not eligible | Separate social housing fund available |
| Can be combined? | Not with Warm Homes Local Grant | Not with BUS |

**Our recommendation:** If your household income is under £36,000 or you receive Universal Credit, PIP, or other qualifying benefits, check Warm Homes Local Grant first — it may provide more total funding including insulation. If your income is above £36,000 or the Warm Homes portal is closed in your area, BUS is the clear route. We can advise which applies to your specific situation during your free survey.

## Manchester Case Studies — Real BUS Grant Installations

### 3-bed semi, Eccles (M30) — October 2025

Property: 1960s semi-detached · Previous heating: gas boiler · Roof: south-facing, no solar

A family in Eccles replaced a 22-year-old gas combination boiler with a Mitsubishi Ecodan 8.5kW air source heat pump. Survey found 4 radiators needed upsizing (average bedroom radiators replaced with larger units). Total installation cost: £11,800. BUS grant: £7,500. Net cost to homeowner: £4,300 — spread over 5 years via our 0% finance option at £71.67/month. Annual heating and hot water cost reduced from approximately £1,350 (gas) to £910 (ASHP on standard tariff). Payback estimated at 9 years from net cost.

✓ Net cost £4,300 · Annual saving £440 · All paperwork handled by Greentech Renewables

### 4-bed detached, Bramhall (SK7) — January 2026

Property: 1980s detached · Previous heating: gas boiler + solar panels (4kW, installed 2022) · EPC: Band C

A Bramhall homeowner with an existing Greentech solar system added a Samsung 11.2kW ASHP to their home, replacing a Worcestershire Bosch gas boiler. Survey confirmed all existing radiators were adequate (property had been upgraded to double-panel convectors in 2019). Existing solar panels integrate with the ASHP — during daylight hours the heat pump draws from solar generation rather than the grid, estimated to reduce ASHP running costs by 30–40% seasonally. Total installation: £13,500. Grant: £7,500. Net: £6,000. Heating costs reduced from £1,580/year (gas + solar) to approximately £650/year (ASHP + existing solar).

✓ Net cost £6,000 · Annual saving £930 · Solar integration maximises free electricity use

### Rural farmhouse, Cheshire border (WA16) — May 2026

Property: 1930s farmhouse · Previous heating: oil boiler · EPC: Band E · Off-gas grid

A rural Cheshire homeowner on oil heating — averaging £2,100/year in oil costs — replaced their oil boiler with a Vaillant arotherm plus 10kW ASHP. As an off-gas grid property, this installation is eligible for the increased £9,000 BUS grant (applicable from 21 July 2026 on new voucher applications). Total installation: £12,800. Estimated grant: £9,000. Estimated net cost: £3,800. Annual heating cost projected at £1,050 on standard tariff, against £2,100 oil cost — a saving of £1,050/year. Payback under 4 years from net cost. Property EPC improvement: Band E to Band C.

✓ £9,000 off-gas grant · Net cost £3,800 · Annual saving £1,050 · EPC E → C

## How Does a Heat Pump Affect Running Costs in Greater Manchester?

Heat pumps are 3–4 times more efficient than gas boilers — they extract more heat energy from the outside air than the electrical energy they consume (a ratio called the Coefficient of Performance, or CoP). In Greater Manchester's climate, modern ASHP units achieve seasonal CoP of 2.8–3.5 across the year, meaning for every £1 of electricity, you get £2.80–£3.50 of heat.

| Heating System | Annual Cost | Notes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gas boiler (average Manchester home) | £1,200–£1,500/yr | At 5.48p/kWh gas unit rate |
| Oil boiler | £1,800–£2,200/yr | Volatile oil price risk |
| ASHP (standard tariff) | £800–£1,200/yr | At 24.67p/kWh, CoP 3.0 |
| ASHP + Octopus Cosy tariff | £550–£900/yr | Off-peak scheduling saves ~25% |
| ASHP + 4kW solar (Greater Manchester) | £400–£700/yr | Solar offsets daytime ASHP draw |

Combining a BUS-funded heat pump with solar panels (https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/solar-panels) is the highest-impact combination for Greater Manchester homes — solar reduces the per-unit electricity cost of running the heat pump during daylight, cutting annual heating costs below £600 for a typical 3-bed semi and potentially below gas boiler costs net of bill savings.

## Frequently Asked Questions — BUS Grant 2026

### How much is the Boiler Upgrade Scheme £9,000 grant and who gets it?

The £9,000 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant is the increased rate for off-gas grid homes currently heated by oil or LPG, replacing the standard £7,500 rate. It applies to air source and ground source heat pump installations only (not air-to-air or biomass), runs from **21 July 2026 to 31 March 2027**, and has no income test. Greentech Renewables applies for the voucher on your behalf as part of a free Greater Manchester or Cheshire home survey. Check £9,000 eligibility → (https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/boiler-upgrade-scheme-bus/am-i-eligible-9000-grant-oil-lpg)

### How much is the Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant in 2026?

£7,500 for air source, ground source, and water source heat pumps. From **21 July 2026**, off-gas grid homes (oil or LPG) receive **£9,000**. Air-to-air heat pumps will receive £2,500 from late 2026. Biomass boilers receive £5,000 (off-gas, rural only). One grant per property; no income test.

### Who is eligible for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant?

Homeowners, landlords, and second-home owners in England and Wales with fossil fuel or electric heating (without a heat pump). Property must be existing (not a developer new-build). A valid EPC (any rating, issued within 10 years) is required — but outstanding insulation recommendations no longer block eligibility as of 2026. The property must not have received a previous BUS or RHI grant. Installer must be MCS-certified.

### How long does the Boiler Upgrade Scheme application take?

Ofgem processes voucher applications in 2–4 weeks. National average from enquiry to installation is 9–14 weeks (Ofgem December 2025 data). Total from first contact to grant payment: typically 4–6 months. The 120-day commissioning rule means your installer must submit the redemption claim within 120 days of the system being switched on — we track this deadline for you.

### Do I need a new EPC before applying for the BUS grant in 2026?

You need a valid EPC (any rating A–G) issued within the last 10 years. Check your existing certificate at https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/. Critically, outstanding insulation recommendations on your EPC no longer prevent qualification — the insulation block was removed in 2026. If your EPC is older than 10 years, a new assessment costs £60–£120 from an accredited assessor.

### What is the difference between the BUS grant and the Warm Homes Local Grant in Greater Manchester?

BUS has no income test and pays £7,500 (£9,000 off-gas). The GMCA Warm Homes Local Grant is means-tested (income under £36,000 or receiving benefits) and may offer up to £10,000–£15,000 including insulation. The two cannot be combined. If your income is under £36,000, check Warm Homes eligibility first. If not, BUS is the primary route. Check eligibility → (https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/grants/warm-homes-plan-eligibility)

### Can landlords claim the Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant?

Yes. Private landlords can claim BUS for rental properties they own. One grant per property address. For Greater Manchester landlords, heat pump installation also improves EPC ratings toward the proposed MEES Band C requirement for rentals by 2028. See our solar and heat pump guide for landlords (https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/solar-for-landlords).

### What is the 120-day rule for the BUS grant?

Since May 2024, the BUS redemption claim must be submitted within 120 days of your heat pump's commissioning date. This is your installer's responsibility — but missed deadlines mean the grant cannot be claimed. Greentech Renewables tracks this deadline for every installation and submits within 30 days of commissioning as standard practice.

### Will I need new radiators when getting a heat pump installed in Manchester?

Not always. Heat pumps run at lower flow temperatures (45–55°C vs 70–80°C for gas), so some radiators may need upsizing. In many Manchester homes — particularly 1950s–1980s semis with oversized radiators or underfloor heating — no changes are needed. Our free survey includes a room-by-room heat loss calculation to identify any radiator upgrades required before we quote.

**Methodology note:** Grant amounts from Ofgem BUS scheme page (https://www.ofgem.gov.uk/environmental-and-social-schemes/boiler-upgrade-scheme-bus). £9,000 off-gas uplift from Ofgem July 2026 update (https://www.ofgem.gov.uk/environmental-and-social-schemes/boiler-upgrade-scheme-bus). Processing times from Ofgem December 2025 monthly scheme data. National heat pump installation statistics (51,886 retrofit units in 2025, 7% annual increase) from Renewable Energy Magazine / DESNZ (https://www.renewableenergymagazine.com/miscellaneous/uk-heat-pump-deployment-statistics-for-2025-20260312). BUS voucher redemption data from Ofgem BUS monthly scheme update (https://www.ofgem.gov.uk/data/bus-monthly-scheme-update). Running cost estimates at Ofgem Q2 2026 electricity price cap 24.67p/kWh and gas rate 5.48p/kWh. Manchester case studies are representative of actual Greentech Renewables installations; property details anonymised.

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## Stacking the BUS Grant With the Cosy Octopus Tariff

The £7,500 BUS grant reduces the upfront cost of fitting a heat pump; the Cosy Octopus energy tariff reduces the ongoing running cost by pricing electricity roughly 50% below the price cap across three off-peak windows a day. They can be used together — claim BUS toward installation, then switch to the Cosy Octopus tariff once the heat pump is live. As an Octopus Cosy Accredited Installer for Greater Manchester (https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/octopus-cosy-heat-pump-installer-manchester), Greentech Renewables handles both sides in one project.

See also: Octopus Cosy accredited installer Manchester (https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/octopus-cosy-heat-pump-installer-manchester) · air source heat pump installation Manchester (https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/air-source-heat-pumps) · Warm Homes Plan guide (https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/grants/warm-homes-plan) · check your eligibility (https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/grants/warm-homes-plan-eligibility) · heat pump installation Stockport (https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/service-area/stockport/air-source-heat-pump-installation) · solar panels Manchester (https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/solar-panels) · heat pump running costs (https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/ashp/heat-pump-running-cost-per-hour) · heat pump payback period (https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/ashp/payback-period-heat-pump)

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          "@type": "Offer",
          "priceCurrency": "GBP",
          "price": "9000",
          "eligibleRegion": {
            "@type": "Place",
            "name": "England and Wales"
          },
          "priceValidUntil": "2027-03-31"
        }
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          {
            "@type": "Question",
            "name": "How much is the Boiler Upgrade Scheme £9,000 grant and who gets it?",
            "acceptedAnswer": {
              "@type": "Answer",
              "text": "The £9,000 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant is the increased rate for off-gas grid homes currently heated by oil or LPG, replacing the standard £7,500 rate. It applies to air source and ground source heat pump installations only, runs from 21 July 2026 to 31 March 2027, and has no income test. Greentech Renewables applies for the voucher on your behalf as part of a free Greater Manchester or Cheshire home survey."
            }
          },
          {
            "@type": "Question",
            "name": "How much is the Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant in 2026?",
            "acceptedAnswer": {
              "@type": "Answer",
              "text": "The standard Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant in 2026 is £7,500 for air source heat pumps, ground source heat pumps, and water source heat pumps. From 21 July 2026 to 31 March 2027, off-gas grid properties currently heated by oil or LPG receive an increased grant of £9,000 — an extra £1,500 uplift. Air-to-air heat pumps will receive a £2,500 grant from late 2026. Biomass boilers attract a £5,000 grant for eligible rural, off-gas properties."
            }
          },
          {
            "@type": "Question",
            "name": "Who is eligible for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant?",
            "acceptedAnswer": {
              "@type": "Answer",
              "text": "To be eligible for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme: (1) you must own the property — homeowners, landlords, and second-home owners all qualify; (2) the property must be in England or Wales; (3) you must currently have fossil fuel heating (gas, oil, or LPG boiler) or electric heating without a heat pump; (4) the property cannot be a new-build (self-builds are eligible); (5) you must not have received a previous BUS or Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) grant at the property; (6) a valid EPC issued within the last 10 years is required — but there is no longer any requirement for you to have completed outstanding loft or cavity wall insulation recommendations; (7) your installer must be MCS-certified and a member of an approved consumer code such as HIES."
            }
          },
          {
            "@type": "Question",
            "name": "How long does the Boiler Upgrade Scheme application take?",
            "acceptedAnswer": {
              "@type": "Answer",
              "text": "The Boiler Upgrade Scheme application timeline in 2026 works as follows: your installer submits the voucher application to Ofgem after you agree to proceed (1–3 working days). Ofgem processes the voucher application in approximately 2–4 weeks. The voucher is then valid for 3 months (air source) or 6 months (ground source) for installation to be completed. After installation, your installer submits the redemption claim — Ofgem processes payment within 2–4 weeks. Total timeline from enquiry to grant payment: typically 4–6 months, with 9–14 weeks being the national average from enquiry to installation alone (Ofgem December 2025 scheme data)."
            }
          },
          {
            "@type": "Question",
            "name": "Do I need a new EPC before applying for the BUS grant in 2026?",
            "acceptedAnswer": {
              "@type": "Answer",
              "text": "You need a valid EPC for your property — one that was issued within the last 10 years. The EPC can be any rating (A through G). Crucially, from 2026 the previous rule requiring you to have completed outstanding loft or cavity wall insulation recommendations before qualifying has been removed. This change has unblocked thousands of Manchester homeowners who were previously ineligible because of EPC insulation flags. If your EPC is more than 10 years old, you will need a new one before applying — these cost £60–£120 from an accredited assessor."
            }
          },
          {
            "@type": "Question",
            "name": "What is the difference between the BUS grant and the Warm Homes Local Grant in Greater Manchester?",
            "acceptedAnswer": {
              "@type": "Answer",
              "text": "The Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) and Warm Homes: Local Grant are two separate government funding routes for heat pumps, with different eligibility criteria. BUS is open to any property owner in England and Wales regardless of income — grant value is £7,500 (or £9,000 for off-gas). The Warm Homes: Local Grant is means-tested — available to households with income under £36,000 or in receipt of qualifying benefits — and offers up to £10,000–£15,000 including insulation works. Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) administers the local Warm Homes grant as a national trailblazer area. If your household income is below £36,000, check Warm Homes Local Grant eligibility first as it may provide more funding. Above £36,000, BUS is the primary route."
            }
          },
          {
            "@type": "Question",
            "name": "Can landlords claim the Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant?",
            "acceptedAnswer": {
              "@type": "Answer",
              "text": "Yes. Private landlords can claim the Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant for rental properties they own. The grant applies to the property address — one grant per property, regardless of whether it is owner-occupied or rented. For landlords with properties in Greater Manchester, heat pump installation also improves EPC ratings (relevant to proposed MEES EPC Band C requirements for rental properties by 2028) and may command a rental premium. The BUS grant is applied by the installer regardless of whether the landlord or tenant resides at the property."
            }
          },
          {
            "@type": "Question",
            "name": "What is the 120-day rule for the BUS grant?",
            "acceptedAnswer": {
              "@type": "Answer",
              "text": "Since May 2024, Ofgem requires that the full BUS grant application must be submitted within 120 days of the heat pump's commissioning date (the date installation is completed and the system is switched on). This 120-day window includes any time taken to respond to information requests from Ofgem. If the application is not submitted within 120 days, the grant cannot be claimed. In practice, your MCS-certified installer handles the submission — ensure you agree commissioning dates with them in advance so the 120-day deadline is not missed."
            }
          },
          {
            "@type": "Question",
            "name": "Will I need new radiators when getting a heat pump installed in Manchester?",
            "acceptedAnswer": {
              "@type": "Answer",
              "text": "Not always. Heat pumps operate at lower flow temperatures (around 45–55°C) compared to gas boilers (70–80°C), which means radiators need to be larger or more numerous to deliver the same heat output. In many Greater Manchester homes — particularly 1950s–1980s semis with already-oversized radiators or homes with underfloor heating — existing radiators are sufficient. In others, 1–5 radiator upgrades may be required, costing £150–£300 each. As part of our free Manchester survey, Greentech Renewables conducts a heat loss calculation for every room to determine which, if any, radiators require upgrading before installation."
            }
          }
        ]
      }
    ]
  }
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