What is the Warm Homes Local Grant and is it available in Hull?

The Warm Homes Local Grant is a government-funded energy efficiency scheme delivered through local councils. Hull City Council has secured £3.4 million to fund free solar panels, heat pumps, insulation, and ventilation for eligible households in the HU postcode area and East Riding. YEERS is the local delivery partner of E.ON, the appointed contractor for both Hull City Council and East Riding Council — which means we are the company who physically surveys and installs every measure. This is a fully funded programme with no cost to eligible households.

How is the Warm Homes Local Grant different from ECO4?

The Warm Homes Local Grant is a locally administered scheme funded by Hull City Council, with a higher income threshold (£36,000) compared to ECO4's £31,000 limit. It is available to both owner-occupiers and private renters. Unlike ECO4, which is managed nationally through energy companies, the Local Grant is delivered directly through E.ON as the appointed contractor, with YEERS as the local installing team. Both schemes can run simultaneously, and households near the ECO4 income threshold may find the Local Grant a better route.

Am I eligible for the Warm Homes Local Grant?

You may be eligible if your home is privately owned or rented (not social housing), has an EPC rating of D, E, F, or G, and your household income is £36,000 or less. You may also qualify above this income threshold if you live in a designated qualifying postcode or receive certain benefits such as Universal Credit, Pension Credit, or Disability Living Allowance. The best way to confirm eligibility is to call YEERS on 01482 765 095 or use the E.ON online eligibility checker — both are free and take under 5 minutes.

What exactly will I receive — what measures are funded?

The Warm Homes Local Grant covers a package of measures including solar panel installation, air source heat pumps, cavity wall insulation, loft insulation, solid wall insulation, mechanical ventilation and heat recovery (MVHR), and smart heating controls. The exact combination depends on your EPC assessment and what improvements will deliver the greatest energy efficiency gains for your specific property. All measures are fully funded — there is no contribution required from the homeowner.

Does the grant cover renters or only homeowners?

Both owner-occupiers and private renters can apply for the Warm Homes Local Grant, provided the landlord gives consent for the measures to be installed. Social housing tenants are covered by a separate funding programme. For private renters, the improvements add value to the property at no cost to the landlord. YEERS can provide a formal letter for tenants to present to their landlord explaining the scheme.

How long does the process take from application to installation?

The typical process runs over 4–8 weeks. Week 1: You call YEERS or check eligibility online. Weeks 2–3: We submit your application to E.ON on your behalf and arrange a free property survey. Weeks 3–5: E.ON confirms approval and the measures to be installed. Weeks 5–8: Our installation team carries out all work. The entire process is managed by YEERS — you do not need to contact Hull City Council, East Riding Council, or E.ON directly at any point.

Is YEERS the actual installer or just a referral service?

YEERS is the delivery partner — we physically carry out every survey and installation under this scheme. We are not a referral agency or lead generator. As the local partner of E.ON (the appointed contractor for both Hull City Council and East Riding Council), our MCS-certified installation team handles everything from the initial survey through to system handover and aftercare. You will deal with YEERS throughout.

Will there be any cost to me at all?

No. The Warm Homes Local Grant is fully funded — eligible households pay nothing for the survey, installation, materials, or any associated work. All measures are installed at no cost to you. YEERS does not charge for eligibility checks or the application process. The only exception would be if you chose to add additional measures beyond those funded by the grant, but this would always be clearly discussed and agreed in advance.

How is the £3.4 million Hull allocation being distributed?

Hull City Council allocated £3.4 million through the government's Local Grant funding to improve the most energy-inefficient homes in the city. Funding is distributed on a first-come, first-served basis as applications are processed by E.ON and YEERS. Priority is given to households with the lowest EPC ratings (F and G) and those in fuel poverty. We strongly recommend applying as soon as possible — funding is finite and installer capacity is limited.

Can I combine the Warm Homes Local Grant with other schemes like the Smart Export Guarantee?

Yes. If solar panels are installed under the Warm Homes Local Grant, you automatically become eligible for the Smart Export Guarantee — meaning you will be paid for any surplus electricity you export to the grid, typically 3–15p per unit. You can also benefit from the 0% VAT rate on any additional measures. These complementary benefits continue for the life of the system (25+ years for solar panels) with no further action required on your part.

Government Energy Scheme

Warm Homes Local Grant Hull & Yorkshire:
Free Solar Panels, Heat Pumps & Insulation 2026

Hull has a 20% fuel poverty rate — nearly double the national average. The Warm Homes Local Grant funds free solar panels, heat pumps, insulation and ventilation for eligible Hull and East Riding households. YEERS is an MCS-certified installer, and the delivery partner of E.ON — the appointed contractor for Hull City Council and East Riding Council. That means we are the company who physically surveys and installs every measure in your home, at no cost to you.

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£3.4M

Secured by Hull City Council
for eligible households

£36,000

Maximum household income
to qualify

D–G

EPC rating required —
most older homes qualify

Am I Eligible?

You may qualify for the Warm Homes Local Grant if your home meets all of the following:

Property Criteria

Privately owned or privately rented
EPC rating of D, E, F or G
Located in the HU or East Riding postcode area

Income Threshold

Household income of £36,000 or less. You may still be eligible above this threshold if you live in a qualifying postcode or receive certain benefits.

Qualifying Benefits

Universal Credit, Pension Credit, Disability Living Allowance, PIP, ESA, Income Support, Housing Benefit, Working Tax Credit, or Child Tax Credit.

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What's Covered?

The grant pays for a range of improvements — all surveyed and installed directly by the YEERS team, at no cost to you:

Solar Panels

Typical 4–6kW system. Reduces bills by £500–£1,000/year. 25-year panel warranty.

Air Source Heat Pumps

Replace gas boilers with renewable heating. Can be combined with solar for maximum savings.

Cavity & Loft Insulation

Up to 270mm mineral wool insulation. Eliminates drafts and saves up to £280/year in heat loss.

Solid Wall Insulation

Internal or external for pre-1930s solid brick properties — common across East Hull and Holderness Road.

Ventilation

Mechanical ventilation and heat recovery (MVHR) systems. Improves air quality and reduces condensation.

Smart Heating Controls

Programmable thermostats and zone controls to maximise efficiency of any new or existing heating system.

How It Works

YEERS manages your entire application. You do not need to contact Hull City Council, East Riding Council, or E.ON directly.

Check your eligibility

Call YEERS on 01482 765 095 for a free eligibility check, or use the E.ON online checker. We will confirm whether your property's EPC rating and household income qualify. This takes under 5 minutes and there is no obligation.

We submit your application to E.ON

YEERS compiles your eligibility evidence and submits your full application to E.ON on your behalf. You do not need to contact Hull City Council, East Riding Council, or E.ON directly at any stage — we manage all correspondence.

Free property survey

Our team visits your home to carry out a free survey, assessing your roof, insulation levels, heating system, and current EPC. This determines which combination of measures will deliver the greatest improvement and confirms your funding entitlement.

Installation — fully funded, no cost to you

Our MCS-certified installation team carries out all approved measures — solar panels, heat pump, insulation, or ventilation. All work is completed to manufacturer and MCS standards. Your installation is registered on completion.

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What Our Customers Say

Hear directly from a homeowner in Hull who received free solar panels and insulation through the Warm Homes scheme delivered by YEERS.

Why Hull Needs This Scheme

Hull is one of the most fuel-poor cities in England. Under the 10% affordability metric, 75.6% of Hull East households spend more than a tenth of their disposable income on energy. Areas including Bransholme (HU7), Orchard Park (HU6), Longhill (HU9), and Greatfield (HU9) have fuel poverty rates exceeding 30%.

The Warm Homes Local Grant addresses this directly. By targeting homes with the lowest EPC ratings — D through G — the scheme focuses funding where it makes the most material difference to household energy costs. A solar installation alone can save £500–£1,000 per year. Combined with insulation and a heat pump, total savings can exceed £1,500 annually.

Hull already has the highest uptake of the Great British Insulation Scheme in England — evidence that Hull residents act quickly when properly informed about energy efficiency funding. The £3.4 million Local Grant allocation will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Related Grants & Funding

Boiler Upgrade Scheme

Up to £7,500 grant for air source heat pumps. Can be combined with this scheme.

0% VAT on Solar Panels

Zero VAT on all residential solar installations until March 2027.

Smart Export Guarantee

Get paid for solar electricity exported to the grid. Up to 15p/kWh.

ECO4 Scheme

Free solar and insulation for households on qualifying benefits or income under £31,000.

YEERS — Hull's Local Delivery Partner

YEERS is the local delivery partner of E.ON, appointed by Hull City Council and East Riding Council to deliver the Warm Homes Local Grant. Our team handles everything — from survey to installation. MCS certified. No cost to you.

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