Last chance for free energy-saving upgrades for Stevenage homeowners
Homeowners in Stevenage are at risk of missing out on free energy-saving upgrades to heat their homes and save money.
Eligible residents have until the end of September to register for the Home Upgrade Grant (HUG) to ensure any approved works are installed before the scheme ends. This could include insulation, solar panels, low carbon heating systems and more.
The retrofitting scheme is funded by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) and managed by the Greater South East Net Zero Hub (GSENZH) and Stevenage Borough Council.
To be eligible for free upgrades, households must have a combined annual income of less than £36,000 (including benefits) or live in a specific postcode area, their properties must not be heated through mains gas, and they should be considered hard-to-heat homes.
Graeme Heron, Energy Efficiency Programme Lead at GSENZH, added: “Retrofitting homes is an essential step in decarbonising our communities.
“The free measures available for eligible homes will help keep residents warm, healthy and cut their bills. Please check your eligibility and apply before it’s too late.”
An initial survey will determine which energy-saving measures could be suitable for each property.
Work is completed on a first-come, first-served basis and homeowners should apply by the end of September to allow for works to be completed before the end of the scheme in March 2025.
Homeowners may be able to register their interest after September but doing so as soon as possible is the best way to ensure there is enough time to receive upgrades before the end of the scheme.
To check if you’re eligible and apply, visit the HUG website or call delivery partners Warmworks on 0808 196 8255.