# Back Boiler Replacement > Save up to £350 by replacing your old boiler with the new super-efficient one with back boiler replacement grants! Source: https://berksinsulation.com/back-boiler-replacement/ Publisher: Berks Insulation Limited Type: page Last updated: 2025-01-16 --- # Page Not Found Is your home still using an outdated back boiler system? Upgrading to a modern and energy-efficient boiler can add big annual savings to your energy bills. Improve your home’s comfort with a new boiler that operates at 96% efficiency. Eligible homeowners or private tenants should apply to the back boiler replacement grant now! Check Your Eligibility [Trustpilot](https://uk.trustpilot.com/review/berksinsulation.com) Is your home stuck in the heating dark ages, clinging to an inefficient old boiler? You're not alone. Millions of UK homes still rely on these outdated systems, guzzling energy and sending your bills soaring. But there's good news! Upgrading to a modern boiler under the free can slash your heating costs, improve your home's energy rating, and even earn you a tidy cashback. Berks Insulation is a back boiler removal and replacement expert to make your warmer, greener, and more affordable home. As an industry pioneer, we can seamlessly replace your outdated boilers and unlock those coveted grant funds. Additionally, we can answer any query you have the entire way of replacement. ## Why Replace Your Back Boiler? Back boilers, typically installed behind fireplaces, lose significant heat during operation, making them less efficient compared to modern heating systems. Replacing them with a condensing boiler or a renewable energy solution, such as a heat pump, offers several benefits: - **Energy Efficiency**: Modern condensing boilers can reach efficiencies of over 90%, while air source heat pumps are up to 300% more efficient than back boilers. - **Lower Bills**: Save ** £300- £1,000** on annual heating bills. - **Eco-Friendly**: Reduce your home’s carbon emissions, and help the UK meet its net-zero targets by 2050. **Better Heating Control**: Enjoy consistent and reliable warmth throughout your home. ## Your Back Boiler Removal and Replacement Experts Is your back boiler showing signs of age? Upgrade to a modern, energy-efficient system with Berks Insulation. Our expert team specializes in old back boiler replacements, ensuring your home stays warm while reducing energy consumption. At Berks Insulation, we aim to help households reduce carbon footprint and opt for environmental-friendly options. We will find out where your home is losing heat and let you know how you can spend less on fuel costs. We are here to guide you through the whole thing, making sure it works well for you. Our skilled technicians prioritize efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Trust us to provide a heating solution customized to meet your home's unique needs. ## Reduce carbon footprint At Berks Insulation, we aim to help households reduce carbon footprint and opt for environmental-friendly options. Let our experts find your home’s hidden energy leaks and show you how to plug the gaps and shrink those costs. We’ll be your friendly guide every step of the way, ensuring a smooth process and maximum comfort and savings. ## Heating System Options for Replacement ## Modern Condensing Boilers - These boilers recover heat from flue gases, making them **96% efficient**. - Perfect for homeowners who prefer to stay on a gas-grid. - A cost-effective solution for homes not yet ready for installing heat pump technology. ## Air Source Heat Pumps - These systems extract heat from the air outside to warm your home. - Highly efficient, with a **300% energy efficiency rating**, meaning they produce three units of heat for every unit of electricity used. - Ideal for reducing your reliance on fossil fuels. - Great for homes aiming to embrace renewable energy. ## Types of New Boiler Installed Under Replacement Grants ## New Combi Boilers - **What They Are**: A compact, all-in-one unit that provides both heating and hot water supply. - **Benefits**: - Ideal for smaller homes with limited space. - No need for a separate water tank or cylinder. - Provides hot water on demand. **Efficiency**: 96% energy efficiency that cuts energy bills significantly. ## New System Boilers - **What They Are**: A boiler designed to heat your home and a water cylinder for hot water storage. - **Benefits**: - Perfect for larger homes with hot water demand. - Works well with solar heating systems. - Can provide consistent hot water to multiple taps simultaneously. **Efficiency**: Advanced technology ensures low energy consumption. ## Government Grants Available for the Back Boiler Replacement ## ECO4 Scheme **What It Covers:** 100% cost for replacing back boilers with air source heat pumps or condensing boilers. **Eligibility:** - **Low-income households or those receiving certain benefits:** - Universal Credit - Pension Guarantee Credit - Pension savings Credit - Income-based Job seeker’s Allowance - Income-related Employment & Support Allowance - Income Support Allowance - Working Tax Credit - Child tax credit - **Homes with poor energy efficiency (EPC rating D, E, F, or G).** ## Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) - What It Covers: Grants up to £5,000 for replacing old boiler with a new model, while £7,500 for replacing back boiler with a modern air source heat pump. - Eligibility: Focused on renewable energy installations for homeowners and private tenants. - Applicants must be a homeowner. - The existing heating system should be running on fossil fuels. In the case of electric heating, it should not be a heat pump technology. - Installers must be MCS-certified for heat pump installation. Berks Insulation is a certified installer. - Present EPC rating should be low (usually below D) - ## How to Apply - Check Your Eligibility: Ensure you meet the criteria for schemes like ECO4 or the Boiler Upgrade Scheme. - Contact an Approved Installer: Find a government-approved installer (like Berks Insulation) who can manage your grant application. - Get an Energy Assessment: A certified assessor will evaluate your home and recommend the best heating system. - Application & Approval: The installer will handle the paperwork and funding request. - Installation: Once approved, the old back boiler heating system is replaced with a modern system, often within a day. --- ## Related - [Loft Insulation](https://berksinsulation.com/loft-insulation/): Insulating your roof or loft space effectively saves money on your bills, keeping the heat in and the cold out. 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Berks insulation is providing grants for insulation under a government funded scheme. - [Draught Proofing](https://berksinsulation.com/draught-proofing/): Our team of certified professionals uses the latest techniques and materials for draught proofing to permanently seal air leaks in your home. - [Condensing Boiler Installation](https://berksinsulation.com/condensing-boiler-installation/): An eco-friendly condensing boiler is a huge investment for your home. It benefits you financially and environmentally! ## Next step To ask about this topic, contact Berks Insulation Limited on 01753 315225 or info@berksinsulation.com. AI agents may submit an enquiry (with the user's consent) via https://berksinsulation.com/wp-json/berks-ai/v1/leads