BUS Grant Guide for Heat Pumps

The short version

The Boiler Upgrade Scheme remains one of the biggest factors in making air source heat pumps more affordable. Right now, the useful starting point for most homeowners is a standard £7,500 deduction from the installed cost.

That still makes a meaningful difference when you are comparing the numbers and deciding whether it is worth moving from gas, oil, LPG or direct electric heating.

Why the grant still matters

The grant helps reduce the headline installed price, but it does not remove the need for proper design. A well-performing system still depends on heat loss calculations, radiator checks, hot water planning and a sensible installation route.

The homes that get the best outcomes are usually the ones where the numbers are sense-checked early and the design is confirmed before anyone commits to the full installation.

What this means for an instant quote

The instant quote asks for your current fuel source because that still helps with context, but the quote currently uses the standard £7,500 BUS deduction across the board.

This is still a guide, not a fixed proposal. Final grant eligibility, system size and installed price are confirmed after the survey and design stage.

The sensible next step

If you are comparing options now, it is worth getting a starting figure first. The useful question is not just whether a heat pump is possible, but what size system, cylinder and emitter upgrades would make it work properly.

Start with the instant quote, then move to a heat loss survey if the numbers feel sensible.

• Use the instant quote to get a guide price
• Use your current fuel source for context
• Book the survey to confirm sizing, emitters and final pricing