Warm Homes Heat Pumps eligibility for the BT10 postcode district, covering Belfast, Finaghy.
Northern Ireland
Free air source heat pump for eligible householdsThe BT10 postcode district in Northern Ireland covers the following areas:
Takes about 60 seconds. Submitting this form forwards your details to an approved installer so they can contact you about the scheme.
Yes. Air source heat pumps are a primary Warm Homes Plan measure for eligible BT10 households. If your household receives a qualifying benefit and your home has an EPC rating of D, E, F or G, you may receive a fully funded heat pump installation at no cost. Submit the form to check your eligibility.
An air source heat pump extracts heat from outside air and uses it to heat your home and hot water, similar to how a fridge works in reverse. It is more efficient than gas or oil heating and produces significantly lower carbon emissions. Running costs depend on property insulation and energy tariff.
Yes. Modern air source heat pumps continue to operate at temperatures as low as minus 15 to 20 degrees Celsius, well within the range of typical UK winters, though efficiency reduces somewhat in very cold weather. Installers carry out a heat loss calculation for your specific BT10 property to confirm suitability before any work is agreed.
Eligibility requires a qualifying means-tested benefit (such as Universal Credit or Pension Credit) and an EPC rating of D or below. The property must be suitable for a heat pump installation, which the free survey will confirm. Owner-occupiers and private tenants with landlord permission can apply.
Yes, and it is often recommended. A heat pump works best in a well-insulated property. The Warm Homes Plan can fund both the heat pump and insulation measures such as loft or cavity wall insulation in the same package, improving overall energy efficiency and reducing running costs.
After the free eligibility check and home survey, heat pump installations in BT10 typically take one to three days depending on the property. Your installer will give you a clear timeline before any work begins.