Cavity Wall Insulation Grant

Free cavity wall insulation grants through ECO4 and GBIS. Save up to £595/year. Check eligibility for your home.

Get Free Cavity Wall Insulation

Cavity wall insulation is one of the most effective ways to reduce heat loss in your home. Through government-funded schemes, you can get it completely free.

Two Routes to Free Cavity Wall Insulation

ECO4 — With Qualifying Benefits

If you receive Universal Credit, Pension Credit, JSA, ESA, or other qualifying benefits, and your home has an EPC of D or below, cavity wall insulation is fully funded through ECO4.

GBIS — Without Benefits

Even without benefits, homes in council tax bands A-D (England) or A-E (Scotland/Wales) qualify for free cavity wall insulation through the Great British Insulation Scheme. No income assessment required.

How Much Does It Save?

  • Detached house: up to £595/year
  • Semi-detached: up to £395/year
  • Mid-terrace: up to £195/year
  • Bungalow: up to £295/year

These savings add up to thousands over the life of the insulation, which lasts 25+ years with no maintenance.

The Installation Process

  1. Small 22mm holes drilled in external mortar joints
  2. Insulation material (mineral wool, polystyrene beads, or foam) injected into the cavity
  3. Holes sealed and colour-matched to your mortar
  4. Takes 2-3 hours — no internal disruption

Does My Home Have Cavity Walls?

Most homes built between 1920 and 1990 have cavity walls. If all your external bricks are the same length (stretcher bond pattern), you likely have cavity walls. Your EPC certificate also states your wall type.

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Check your eligibility in 60 seconds. Cavity wall insulation through ECO4 and GBIS runs until December 2026.

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Common Questions

Yes, through ECO4 (with qualifying benefits) or GBIS (council tax bands A-D, no benefits needed). Both cover the full cost.
25+ years with no maintenance. It's a one-time installation that provides decades of energy savings.
No. The small drill holes are sealed and colour-matched. The process is minimally invasive and takes only 2-3 hours.
Yes, with your landlord's written consent. The grant covers the full cost — neither you nor your landlord pays.