Official support · England
Warm Homes: check support for your home.
The Warm Homes: Local Grant can fund energy improvements for eligible lower-income households in England. Eligibility, available funding and the work offered are assessed through the local council.
Check eligibility and apply on GOV.UK
Watt Solar Company does not award grants, approve applications or provide this scheme. You do not need to enquire through Watt to apply.
Who may qualify for Warm Homes support?
- You live in England in a privately owned home, either as an owner-occupier or private tenant.
- Your home usually needs an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D, E, F or G.
- Your household income is usually £36,000 a year or less. Some benefit or postcode routes may also establish eligibility.
The council checks the full criteria. A low income, qualifying postcode or application alone does not guarantee an award.
What could the grant cover?
Following assessment, possible measures include insulation, solar panels, low-carbon heating and heating controls. The council decides which improvements are suitable; you cannot assume a particular system or battery is included.
Will I have to pay?
The official guidance says occupants do not pay for agreed improvements under the scheme. A private landlord may need to contribute. Confirm the offer and any landlord obligations with the council before agreeing to work.
How do I apply?
Use the GOV.UK application service to find the route for your council. If eligible, your home is assessed before an improvement plan is agreed. Do not sign a separate commercial installation contract on the assumption that this grant will reimburse it.
What about Scotland, Wales or social housing?
This Local Grant is for England. Other national or landlord schemes have different criteria. Use your government’s energy-support information or ask your social landlord about the appropriate route.
Prefer a privately funded solar review?
Watt’s free home solar eligibility check is a separate commercial journey. Completing it is not a grant application.
Source checked 12 November 2026: GOV.UK eligibility and application guidance and Warm Homes: Local Grant scheme guidance. Rules and local funding can change; check the official service for current information.