Warm Homes Plan

Warm Homes Plan: Solar Panels

Eligible your area households may receive free solar panel installation under the Warm Homes Plan. Government funding covers the work for qualifying low-income homes as part of a whole-house energy improvement package.

Funded solar panels for eligible households

What the Warm Homes Plan: Solar Panels covers

Free eligibility check. Submitting the form takes about 60 seconds. We only forward your details to a scheme-registered installer if you give consent on the form.

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See more areas or use the form on any town page to check your eligibility.

Frequently asked questions

Can I get free solar panels in your area through the Warm Homes Plan?

Yes, if you receive a qualifying benefit and your home has an EPC rating of D, E, F or G. The Warm Homes Plan funds solar panels as part of a whole-house improvement package, usually alongside insulation measures. Submit the eligibility form to find out what your your area property qualifies for.

How does the Warm Homes Plan fund solar panels?

Under the Warm Homes Plan, government funding covers energy efficiency improvements for eligible households. Solar panels are funded as a primary or secondary measure, typically combined with loft or wall insulation to meet the scheme's whole-house energy improvement requirements.

What solar panel system will I get?

Warm Homes Plan-funded solar installations are typically 3 to 4 kWp photovoltaic systems sized for the property. The exact specification is determined by the accredited installer following a free survey of your your area home. All equipment meets MCS standards.

Who qualifies for free solar panels under the Warm Homes Plan?

You may qualify if your household receives Universal Credit, Pension Credit, Income Support, or another means-tested benefit, and your home has an EPC rating of D or below. Owner-occupiers and private tenants with landlord permission can both apply.

Is the Warm Homes Plan still accepting applications in your area?

Yes. The Warm Homes Plan is a long-running government programme with no announced end date. Applications are open for eligible your area households. Check your eligibility now to find out what your property qualifies for.

Is the eligibility check free?

Yes. The online eligibility check is free and takes about 60 seconds. If you pre-qualify, an accredited installer in your area will contact you to arrange a free home survey. You pay nothing if the work is fully funded through the Warm Homes Plan.

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