Energy Companies Obligation

What is the ECO Scheme?

The Energy Company Obligation (ECO) scheme is a government incentive that helps people lower their home heating costs through energy efficiency measures.

With the ECO scheme you can get free energy saving measures installed in your home.

What type of measures can be installed?

• Boiler repair or replacement
• Cavity wall insulations
• Solid wall insulation
• Loft Insulation

How do you Qualify for the Scheme?

To qualify for the ECO scheme, either you or someone in the household must meet the following requirements:

• Depending on the improvement you must either, own or privately rent your home which has an EPC rating of A to E*.
• Qualify for Universal Credits, Tax Credits, Child Benefit or another UK benefit allowance**.

For a full list of qualifying benefits please visit our website Energy Company Obligation | ECO Scheme | Utilita Energy

How does it work?

1. Check if you’re eligible: Answer some quick questions on our online questionnaire to tell us about your home
2. Home Survey: Our Utilita Home team will call to confirm your answers. We’ll then book an appointment to survey your home to see if you’re eligible for free or subsidised home improvements
3. Installation: After the survey is complete one of our expert engineers will visit your home to complete an installation.

How to apply:

To see if you’re eligible, complete the survey on the Boilers or Insulation pages of our website and our team will be in touch within 7 days to discuss your application. You can also get in touch with us at home@utilita.co.uk or call 01962 679048, and we’ll be happy to help.

For further information regarding the scheme please go to Ofgem’s website: