Insulation grants and discounts
Free insulation if you are aged 70 or over
If you are aged 70 or over you may be able to get free cavity wall insulation. Loft insulation is free too where the existing insulation is no deeper than 2.5 inches (60mm). The offer is available to homeowners and private renting tenants. Tenants must seek permission from their landlord. The cost of the work will be met by a grant paid on your behalf by the energy utility companies. The same offer is available to residents who receive certain benefits. You can apply quickly and easily on the Cocoon website or call 0800 80 48 777.
Discounts for loft and cavity wall insulation
You can get significant discounts off the cost of loft and cavity wall insulation. The discount is funded by the energy utility companies. The offer is available to homeowners and private renting tenants. Tenants must seek permission from their landlord first. You can apply for discounted insulation grant quickly and easily on the Cocoon website .
Cocoon Your Home
One way to beat rising energy prices is to Cocoon your home. The Cocoon comparison service provides easy online access to price estimates from a range of insulation installers, solar panel installers and energy suppliers. Grants, tariffs and incentives are included. Cocoon is independent, impartial and operated by United Sustainable Energy Agency, a not for profit organisation. For more information visit the Cocoon website or call 0800 80 48 777, Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm.
For more information on energy saving and renewable energy visit the Energy Saving Trust website .
Last reviewed: 10 - 11 - 2011