Boiler Upgrade Scheme Grants in Norfolk: 2026 Guide

The Boiler Upgrade Scheme currently offers £7,500 towards an air source or ground source heat pump for eligible homes and small businesses in Norfolk. That rises to £9,000 when the new heat pump replaces oil or LPG heating, between 21 July 2026 and 31 March 2027. At EPH Services we help homeowners across Norfolk, Beeston, Kings Lynn, Acle and Attleborough check whether they qualify, and the grant comes off your quote upfront.

Last reviewed: 12 October 2026. Figures and rules can change – always confirm on the official links.

How much is the Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant in 2026?

The grant you can get depends on the technology you install. These are the grant values for October 2026, as set out in the government’s notice of approved Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant categories and values:

• Air source heat pump: £7,500
• Ground source heat pump: £7,500
• Water source heat pump: £7,500
• Exhaust air-to-water heat pump: £7,500 (eligible from 28 April 2026)
• Air-to-air heat pump: £2,500
• Biomass boiler: £5,000

The scheme is well established. There have been over 100,000 applications since May 2022, and over 3,500 in February 2026 alone. On 28 April 2026 the scheme was extended to 2030, and the approved budget for 2026 to 2027 is £400 million.

The £9,000 grant for oil and LPG homes in Norfolk

If your home is heated by oil or LPG, there is a higher grant for a limited time. From 21 July 2026 to 31 March 2027, an air source or ground source heat pump that replaces an oil or LPG heating system qualifies for £9,000 instead of £7,500.

One exception: self-build properties are not eligible for the higher £9,000 grant. If you are on oil or LPG anywhere in Norfolk, including Beeston, Acle and the villages around Kings Lynn and Attleborough, it is worth getting a survey booked before the 31 March 2027 deadline.

Who is eligible, and who is not?

According to the Energy Saving Trust’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme guidance, the grant is open to homeowners and small business owners who currently have a fossil fuel heating system. The main conditions are:

• The property must be a home or a small non-domestic building in England or Wales
• The installation capacity must be no more than 45kW (or 300kWth collective capacity for a shared ground loop)
• The work must be carried out by an MCS-certified installer
• Biomass boilers are only eligible in rural locations not connected to the gas grid

Some properties and systems are not covered:

• Social housing, including shared ownership properties
• Most new-build properties (except certain self-builds that meet specific criteria)
• Hybrid systems that use fossil fuels

What changed in April 2026

Changes to the regulations came into force on 28 April 2026, and they make the scheme easier to use. Properties no longer need a valid EPC to apply, which was previously a common hold-up. Heat pumps can now be installed alongside supplementary heating appliances, as long as those appliances do not use fossil fuels. Exhaust air-to-water heat pumps also became eligible for the £7,500 grant.

Looking further ahead, £2,500 grants for heat batteries are expected during 2026/27. MCS’s consumer guide to the Boiler Upgrade Scheme is a useful place to check for updates.

How we help Norfolk customers access the grant

Under the scheme, you do not apply for the grant yourself. Your installer applies for it on your behalf and takes the grant off your quote upfront, then redeems the voucher once the installation is complete. Here is how we take you through it:

• We visit your property and talk through your current heating, including whether you are on oil or LPG
• We check your property against the eligibility rules above
• We give you a clear quote with the grant already deducted
• We explain the voucher timescales: three months for air-to-water heat pumps, air-to-air heat pumps and biomass boilers, and six months for ground source heat pumps
• We complete the installation within the voucher period so the grant can be redeemed

You can find out more about our air source heat pump installation in Norfolk, or see our heat pump pricing to get an idea of costs.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant for an air source heat pump?

The grant is £7,500. If the heat pump replaces oil or LPG heating, it is £9,000 between 21 July 2026 and 31 March 2027. Self-builds are not eligible for the higher amount.

Do I need an EPC to apply for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme?

No. Since 28 April 2026, properties no longer need a valid EPC to apply.

Do I have to apply for the grant myself?

No. Your MCS-certified installer applies on your behalf, the grant is taken off your quote upfront, and the installer redeems the voucher once the work is finished.

How long is the Boiler Upgrade Scheme running?

The scheme has been extended to 2030, with a budget of £400 million for 2026 to 2027.

Thinking of replacing an oil, LPG or gas boiler with a heat pump in Norfolk, Beeston, Kings Lynn, Acle or Attleborough? Read more about our air source heat pump installations, then contact EPH Services to book a survey and get your grant-ready quote.