Home Energy Scotland: Grants, Loans & Advice
Unlock government-backed funding, lower your energy bills and make your Scottish home warmer, greener and more comfortable.
What Is Home Energy Scotland?
Home Energy Scotland is a Scottish Government funded service offering free, impartial advice to help households cut energy bills, reduce carbon emissions and make homes more comfortable. Through a combination of tailored guidance, grants and interest-free loans, Home Energy Scotland supports homeowners, private tenants and landlords across Scotland.
EnergyPlus works alongside Home Energy Scotland-approved schemes to help you understand what support you can claim and to arrange trusted installers for your home. Whether you are looking to improve insulation, upgrade your heating system or install renewable technologies, we make the process straightforward from start to finish.
Who can benefit?
- Homeowners and private tenants anywhere in Scotland
- Households on standard or low incomes looking to reduce bills
- People living in hard-to-heat or rural homes
- Landlords improving the energy performance of rental properties
Home Energy Improvements You Could Access
Depending on your circumstances and your property, Home Energy Scotland may help you access funding, loans or signposting for a wide range of energy saving improvements. EnergyPlus can guide you through the options that are most likely to cut your bills and improve comfort in your home.
Insulation Upgrades
Keep more heat inside your home with:
- Loft and attic insulation
- Cavity wall insulation
- Solid wall and internal wall insulation
- Underfloor and room-in-roof insulation
Low-Carbon Heating
Modern, efficient heating systems including:
- Air source heat pumps
- Ground source heat pumps
- High-efficiency boilers and controls
- Electric storage heating upgrades
Renewable Power & Hot Water
Generate your own clean energy with:
- Solar PV panels
- Solar thermal hot water
- Battery storage systems
Smart Controls & Home Improvements
Make the most of your energy with:
- Smart thermostats & heating controls
- Radiator valves and zoning
- Energy efficient glazing and draught proofing
- LED lighting and other quick wins
Home Energy Scotland Grants & Loans
Home Energy Scotland supports a variety of grant and loan packages funded by the Scottish Government. These can change over time, but typically include a mix of grants (non-repayable funding) and interest-free loans to help cover the upfront cost of improvements.
Typical support can include:
- Grants towards insulation measures for eligible households
- Interest-free loans for heat pumps and energy efficient heating
- Support packages for renewable technologies like solar PV
- Advice on combining grants, loans and other incentives
Funding is limited and subject to change. Our team will explain the latest options available to you when you enquire.
Why Use EnergyPlus With Home Energy Scotland?
Understanding what you can claim and choosing the right improvements can feel overwhelming. EnergyPlus specialises in UK home energy upgrades and works in line with Home Energy Scotland guidance, so you get clear, practical support without the jargon.
Impartial, Practical Advice
We explain which improvements make the biggest difference in your home, how much you could save and which funding routes are relevant to you.
Trusted Installers
We connect you with vetted, experienced installers who understand Scottish building types and meet recognised quality standards.
Support From Enquiry to Installation
From initial eligibility checks to paperwork and installation dates, we keep everything on track and keep you informed at every stage.
Designed Around Your Home
Every Scottish home is different. We look at your property, your heating system and your energy use to recommend upgrades that fit your lifestyle.
How the Process Works
Getting started with Home Energy Scotland support through EnergyPlus is straightforward. Use the simple form on this page and our team will guide you through each step.
- Share a few details – Tell us about your home, current heating system and location in Scotland.
- We check potential support – We outline what kind of grants, loans or advice may be suitable for you.
- Home assessment – Where appropriate, we arrange a survey or assessment to confirm the best improvements.
- Funding and installation plan – We help you plan the upgrades, timescales and paperwork.
- Enjoy a warmer, more efficient home – Once installed, you benefit from lower bills, greater comfort and reduced carbon emissions.
Benefits of Improving Your Home Energy Efficiency
Investing in your home’s energy performance brings long-term financial, environmental and lifestyle benefits for you and your family.
Lower Energy Bills
Efficient heating and insulation mean you use less energy to keep your home warm, reducing monthly gas and electricity costs.
Warmer, Healthier Home
Tackle cold spots, damp and draughts, creating a more comfortable indoor environment all year round.
Lower Carbon Footprint
By using less energy and switching to renewables, you help Scotland move towards its net zero climate goals.
Who Is Home Energy Scotland For?
Home Energy Scotland is designed for households across Scotland, from city flats to rural cottages. You do not need to be on benefits to get advice, and many of the schemes are open to standard-income households as well as those in or at risk of fuel poverty.
Additional or enhanced support may be available if someone in your home is on certain benefits, has a disability or long-term health condition, or if you live in a hard-to-heat property. When you contact us we will help you understand which routes are relevant for your situation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Home Energy Scotland
Do I need to live in Scotland to use Home Energy Scotland?
Yes. Home Energy Scotland is specifically for homes located in Scotland. If your property is in England, Wales or Northern Ireland, we can still help you explore alternative UK energy schemes and grants that may apply.
Is the advice from Home Energy Scotland free?
Advice from Home Energy Scotland is free and impartial. Any funding, grants or loans are subject to eligibility and scheme rules, but there is no charge for getting guidance on your options.
What information will I need to provide?
It helps to have recent energy bills, details of your heating system, basic information about your property (such as age, size and construction type) and an idea of any current issues, such as cold rooms or condensation.
Can I combine Home Energy Scotland support with other grants?
In some cases it may be possible to combine different forms of support, but this depends on current scheme rules. Our team will outline the latest options and explain how different incentives work together.
Will someone need to visit my home?
Many projects do require a home survey to make sure the improvements are suitable and accurately specified. We will arrange any visits at a time that suits you and explain exactly what will happen during the assessment.
Ready to explore your options?
If you live in Scotland and want to reduce your energy bills, improve comfort and lower your carbon footprint, now is an excellent time to look at Home Energy Scotland support. Funding is limited and can change, so it pays to act early.
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