Energy Company Obligation (ECO)
At Enegex, we help households across Great Britain benefit from the Energy Company Obligation (ECO) scheme, a government-backed initiative designed to improve energy efficiency, lower heating bills, and reduce carbon emissions.
The scheme provides non-repayable grants that cover the cost of insulation and heating upgrades, helping families enjoy warmer, greener, and more affordable homes.
What Is the Energy Company Obligation?
The Energy Company Obligation requires major UK energy suppliers to fund energy-saving home improvements. These upgrades may include:
- Loft, cavity wall, or solid wall insulation
- Heating system replacements (e.g., free electric storage heaters)
- Room-in-roof insulation
- Renewable options such as air source heat pumps and solar panels
ECO4 – The Current Phase
We are now in ECO4, the final phase of the scheme, running until 2026. Its main focus is improving the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) ratings of homes while targeting support for low-income and vulnerable households.
If your property is electrically heated and you receive income-related benefits, you could qualify for a fully funded home upgrade.
Who Can Apply?
You may be eligible if:
You own your home, or rent privately (with landlord consent)
Your property has poor energy efficiency
You or a household member receives qualifying income-related benefits
Landlords themselves cannot apply directly but can encourage tenants to apply.
Benefits of ECO Funding with Enegex
- No Upfront Costs – Grants cover the full cost of approved measures
- Lower Bills – Save hundreds each year through improved efficiency
- Warmer Homes – Better insulation and heating keep your home comfortable year-round
- Greener Living – Reduce your carbon footprint and support the UK’s Net Zero targets
What Upgrades Are Available?
Cavity wall insulation
Loft insulation
Room-in-roof insulation
Internal and solid wall insulation
Air source heat pumps
Solar panels
Modern, energy-efficient heating systems
Why Choose Enegex?
Experienced ECO specialists with nationwide coverage
Trusted installers delivering quality and compliance
End-to-end support: from eligibility checks to installation
Focused on reducing fuel poverty and improving UK homes
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FAQs
The ECO is a UK government scheme that requires energy suppliers to fund home energy efficiency improvements. It helps households reduce energy bills and carbon emissions.
Homeowners and private tenants with energy-inefficient properties may qualify if they receive income-related benefits. Landlords can’t apply directly, but tenants can with permission.
ECO funding covers loft, cavity wall, solid wall, and room-in-roof insulation, as well as modern heating systems, air source heat pumps, and even solar panels in some cases.
No, ECO funding is non-repayable. If you qualify, the improvements are installed at no cost to you.
Once eligibility is confirmed, Enegex arranges a free survey. Installation times vary depending on the measures, but most upgrades are completed within a few weeks.
Yes, absolutely. ECO4 is the current phase, running until 2026, and you can apply even if you didn’t benefit from earlier schemes.
