Can I get my house insulated for free?

You are likely to be eligible for 100% funding for insulation grants if you or anybody in your home are in receipt of one or more of the following benefits: Armed forces independence payment. Attendance allowance. Carer's allowance.

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Free Insulation

You are likely to be eligible for 100% funding for insulation grants if you or anybody in your home are in receipt of one or more of the following benefits:

Armed forces independence payment

Attendance allowance

Carer’s allowance

Child Tax Credit

Disability living allowance

Income support

Income-based jobseeker’s allowance (JSA)

Income-related employment and support allowance (ESA)

Industrial injuries disablement allowance

Industrial injuries disablement benefit

Pension Credit Guarantee Credit Element

Personal independence allowance

Personal independence payment

Severe disablement allowance

Universal Credit

War pensions mobility supplement

Working tax credit

Child benefit dependant on income & dependants

If you do not fall into this category you are still likely to benefit from Government funding, please enter your details in the Insulation Grant Application Form below. The ECO scheme legally requires the main energy suppliers to install energy efficient technologies such as cavity wall insulation and loft insulation to domestic households in the UK. If the energy suppliers fall short of their obligations they receive hefty fines. Some energy providers are lowering the criteria for eligibility as they struggle to meet the targets. This means that most householders are now able to obtain free insulation measures. The only limitation on the delivery of the scheme is that you must own the property to be treated or rent it privately and have the landlord’s permission to undertake the work. Improving your Cavity wall and loft insulation can reduce your energy bills on average by £300 per annum. Having your home insulated properly is also a requirement for additional home improvement grants like the renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) or the applyGreen Deal on the basis that there is little point funding alternative heating if the heat generated is not managed efficiently.

Free cavity wall insulation

Most houses built after 1920 have a cavity between the walls. This is filled with an insulating material to greatly improve the efficiency of the house. Cavity wall insulation tends to be the most expensive measure to install but this makes it more attractive to the energy suppliers as they enable to meet their targets quicker with less administration costs. Therefore it is generally easier to obtain free cavity wall insulation than other measures. Flats can have cavity wall insulation installed but permission must be sought by all of the adjoining properties that share the cavity walls. If your property suffers from damp problems these will need to be resolved before any installation can take place although the surveyor will be able to advise you on the state of the walls and any treatments required prior to installation. Usually timber framed, metal clad and stone properties are not suitable for cavity wall insulation. Installation of the insulation will be subject to a survey. applyThere is no charge for this. For more information on Cavity wall insulation and to apply for a survey complete the form below.

Free loft insulation

About 25% of heat is lost through the roof of poorly insulated properties as heat rises. Roof and loft insulation is by usually the most efficient measure as it’s typically the cheapest to install and has the greatest effect. This said, most suppliers prefer to install loft insulation in conjunction with cavity wall or other measures as this enables them to meet targets faster with less administration. Not all properties are suitable for loft insulation and will be subject to a survey. applyThere is no charge for this. For more information on loft & roof insulation and to apply for a survey complete the form below.

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Do all exterior outlets need to be GFCI?

Outdoor electrical outlets differ from indoor outlets because they have watertight covers that protect the outlet even with a cord plugged in. Plus, the National Electrical Code requires all outdoor outlets to be GFCI outlets (ground fault circuit interrupter outlets).

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Instead of running an extension cord outside, install an outdoor outlet. Outdoor outlets are a much more convenient way to plug in your outdoor tools and lighting, and you can install one in a single day. Outdoor electrical outlets differ from indoor outlets because they have watertight covers that protect the outlet even with a cord plugged in. Plus, the National Electrical Code requires all outdoor outlets to be GFCI outlets (ground fault circuit interrupter outlets). GFCI outlets trip and turn off automatically when there’s a current leakage or short circuit, which helps prevent fires and accidental shocks. This guide will show you the step-by-step process of how to install an outdoor outlet to your home by tapping an indoor outlet for power. It’s also possible to run power directly to a new breaker in the panel box, though this method should be done by a licensed electrician. Tip: As with all electrical projects, check local codes before doing any electrical work to ensure compliance.