Guide · Grants
Boiler Upgrade Scheme for landlords
Yes, rented property qualifies — with conditions worth reading before you commit.
Landlords in England and Wales can claim the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant for an air source heat pump on a rented property, provided the property has a valid EPC with no outstanding loft or cavity wall insulation recommendations and the installer is MCS-certified (GOV.UK, 2026). The grant is claimed by the installer and shown as a discount on the invoice.
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Eligibility checklist for rented property
- Property is in England or Wales and is not a new build.
- You own the property; social housing has separate funding routes.
- A valid EPC exists with no outstanding loft or cavity wall insulation recommendations.
- The system replaces fossil fuel heating (gas, oil, LPG, electric storage heaters in most cases).
- The installer is MCS-certified and registered for the scheme.
How the money flows
You do not apply directly. Your MCS-certified installer applies on your behalf, and the grant is deducted from the quoted price. You pay the balance. Keep the MCS certificate and the invoice for your records and for future EPC assessments.
Practical considerations for lettings
- Tenants need a handover briefing — heat pumps are operated differently from boilers.
- A heat pump usually improves the EPC rating, which matters for minimum energy efficiency standards.
- Plan the install between tenancies where possible; a full retrofit takes several days.
- Agree who covers electricity during commissioning if the property is occupied.
Frequently asked questions
- Can landlords get the £7,500 heat pump grant?
- Yes. Privately rented properties in England and Wales are eligible under the Boiler Upgrade Scheme if the EPC and MCS conditions are met.
- Is there a limit on how many properties I can claim for?
- The grant is per property, not per person, so a portfolio landlord can claim on multiple eligible properties.
- Does the tenant need to consent?
- You need access and should agree the works, but the grant application is made by the installer on the property owner’s behalf.
- Boiler Upgrade Scheme — GOV.UK — Official guidance on the £7,500 BUS grant in England and Wales.
- MCS Certified — Installer certification scheme required for grant eligibility.
- Energy Saving Trust — Heat pump efficiency, running cost and SCOP benchmarks (UK).
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