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Get Free Insulation for Your Home through Great British Insulation Scheme

Make your home warm during winters by upgrading home insulation for free!

Cold walls, draughty lofts, high energy bills - these are all too common in UK homes with poor insulation. The Great British Insulation Scheme gives eligible homeowners and private tenants the chance to install top insulation measures (loft, cavity wall, external wall etc.) totally free, backed by the UK government until March 2026.

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What is GBIS Scheme?

The Great British Insulation Scheme is a government initiative that was launched in 2023. It has a budget of Ā£1 billion and aims to improve energy efficiency for the most energy-inefficient homes in England, Scotland, and Wales. The scheme works in conjunction with the Energy Company Obligation Scheme (ECO4), but focuses on insulation rather than a “whole house” upgrade.

Why is GBIS important?

Many UK homes are still rated EPC D or worse, meaning they lose heat, cost more to run and often leave occupants cold and uncomfortable.
Insulating your home properly can save hundreds of pounds each year in energy bills, reduce carbon emissions and improve comfort and health.
GBIS targets some of the hardest-to-treat homes and helps fill gaps left by other schemes by widening eligibility and simplifying insulation upgrades.
Who can get support under GBIS?

You must meet the eligibility criteria for one of two groups to qualify for GBIS:

Low Income Eligibility Group – for households receiving certain benefits or meeting certain criteria.

General Eligibility Group (GEG) – For homes with lower energy efficiency in certain council tax bands (EPC D and below), even if they are not receiving benefits.

Key eligibility factors include:
  • In most cases, the home must be owned or privately rented with permission from the landlord.
  • If the property is rated E or F (in most cases E or worse), or falls into certain council tax bands in England (e.g. Bands A-D for general group).
  • In the case of low-income groups: Receiving specific means-tested benefits, or meeting income thresholds.

Note: Social housing and privately rented homes may face additional restrictions or different eligibility criteria. Always check local variation.

What insulation measures are covered?

Under GBIS, eligible homes can receive one major insulation measure (sometimes more) such as:

Loft insulation (or loft insulation top-up)

Loft insulation (or loft insulation top-up)

Cavity wall insulation

Solid wall insulation (internal or external)

Under-floor insulation / solid-floor insulation

Room-in-roof, flat roof, pitched roof insulation

Park-home insulation solutions for manufactured homes

How the process works

1st

Check Eligibility

You can check your eligibility by submitting basic information about your property, income/benefits and EPC rating.

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Survey

An approved installer will visit your home and assess the insulation options available.

3rd step

Discussion on funding and cost

If you are eligible, your installer or supplier can confirm whether or not the cost will be covered in full or if a small contribution is required (especially for the general eligibility group).

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Installation

An approved installer performs work and monitors for quality, compliance with building regulations and scheme.

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You will see the benefits

You’ll have a warmer home, lower energy bills and a reduction in carbon emissions.

What can you save?

Measure

Annual Savings

Carbon Reduction

Loft Insulation

Ā£285

610 kg COā‚‚

Cavity Wall Insulation

Ā£395

1,000 kg COā‚‚

External Wall Insulation

Ā£455

1,300 kg COā‚‚

Why choose Berks Insulation for GBIS support?

  • We specialise in the Great British Insulation Scheme and guide you step-by-step through eligibility, survey, application and installation.
  • We partner with only TrustMark-registered installers, ensuring quality and compliance.
  • We handle paperwork and liaise with energy suppliers so you donā€™t have to worry about the technical or administrative side.
  • No obligation, free initial check. Weā€™ll assess your home and tell you honestly if youā€™re eligible and what you could receive.
  • Our clients have reported lower bills, less draught and more comfort - all via a government-backed scheme.
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