Background to the Boiler Scrappage Scheme

Since May 2010, the Scottish Government has funded several boiler scrappage schemes. Schemes are managed by the Energy Saving Trust and delivered through its network of Energy Saving Scotland advice centres. A new £2.5 million boiler scrappage scheme launched on 28 June 2011, offering support to over 6,000 households.

Energy Assistance Package

The Energy Assistance Package offers free expert energy advice for everyone, as well as benefits and tax credit checks to those at risk of fuel poverty, cavity wall and loft insulation to older households and those on one of a range of benefits, and enhanced energy efficiency measures to those most vulnerable to fuel poverty.

Boiler Scrappage Scheme

What is it?

Householders and private landlords can apply for a voucher towards the replacement of a inefficient boiler with an Energy Saving Trust Recommended model.

Am I eligible?

The scheme offers householders and private landlords, on a first-come, first-served basis, a £400 voucher towards the replacement of a working boiler with a SAP 2009 efficiency rating of less than 70 per cent, as detailed on the Boiler Efficiency database, with an Energy Saving Trust recommended model. Applicants must have a received a quote for their boiler replacement before making an application. After an application is accepted, they will receive a voucher and the boiler replacement can begin. Once the installation is complete, applicants must submit a claim and the grant funding will be paid to the householder or landlord, providing the terms and conditions of the grant are met.

How do I find out more?

Applications can be made at the Energy Saving Trust website or by calling Home Energy Scotland on 0800 512 012.

Page updated: Monday, October 24, 2011