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Tenants
You don’t have to own your home to receive support from Warm Homes Suffolk - we’re able to help people who rent their property too!
If you meet the eligibility criteria then we will be able to provide a range of measures to make your home a warmer, more energy efficient place to be.
Apply on our website and ask your landlord to contact us for further details.
We only provide grants to private tenants (their landlords) and homeowners. We cannot provide grants for social housing, please contact your social housing provider.
Check your Eligibility
You can get help from Warm Homes Suffolk if your home meets the following criteria:
It has an EPC rating of D, E, F or G.
You must also meet one of the following criteria:
Your annual household income is under £36,000, before tax.
You live in a pre-qualified postcode.
You or someone in your household receive a means-tested benefit (excluding lodgers or those in full time education).
You have a severe or long-term health condition, which is adversely affected by living in a cold home and is a cardiovascular condition, a respiratory disease, limited mobility or immunosuppression.
If your home is in a pre-qualified postcode area, you do not need to meet the income criteria of the grant scheme. Use our pre-qualified postcode search tool on our website to see if you are in a pre-qualified area.
If you are unsure what your Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating is, you can check it here. If you do not have an EPC or it is expired, we may provide one or request your landlord for a new one.
Applications must be made by the tenant. If you have applied, let your landlord know, as we will need to speak to them as part of the application process.
What Help is Available?
The support you can receive will vary depending on your circumstances and the type of property you live in. Use the drop-downs below to find out more about the range of measures Warm Homes Suffolk can use to improve the energy efficiency of your home and reduce your fuel bills.
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There are several different types of insulation available to keep your home warm. Many houses can have cavity wall insulation, which fills the gap between the inner and outer layer of bricks.
Homes past a certain age are less likely to have cavity walls, but in these cases we can fit external or internal wall insulation instead to help keep the heat inside.
As heat rises, a significant amount is lost through the roof, which is why loft insulation is so effective, acting as a blanket to keep the heat where it belongs.
Got no loft space whether because of a flat roof or a loft conversion? Not a problem! There are special types of insulation we can install in these circumstances called room in roof insulation and flat roof insulation.
Whichever form of insulation works best for your home, once it’s in place you will need less energy to heat your house, helping you to reduce your energy bills and keep cosy throughout the colder months. And as an added benefit it will act as a barrier to keep heat out during the summer months!
Because insulation is so vital to keeping your house energy efficient, this will always be the first step. Once your home is fully insulated we can then look at other measures if necessary.
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An easy change to make, LED bulbs use only a quarter of the energy that a standard bulb uses. They’re also around 50% more efficient than energy-saving bulbs, and they last longer too – an average LED bulb has a lifespan of 25,000 hours!
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In certain circumstances we can fit your home with an air source heat pump, paying for the installation.
Air source heat pumps work by using heat from the air outside to heat your home and your water, even at temperatures as low as -15°C.
Air source heat pumps do use electricity to run, but because they extract heat from the environment, the heat output is greater than the electricity input, so they’re far more efficient method of heating your home.
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Photovoltaic (PV) panels convert sunlight into electricity which can then be used to run your appliances or charge a home battery. Whilst more electricity is generated during late Spring, Summer and early Autumn than at other times, you can generate power at any time of year. It doesn’t even have to be sunny; they’ll quite happily work on a cloudy day.Solar power is a very green form of energy, so not only will you be shrinking your bills, you’ll be reducing your carbon footprint too!
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There are many things you can do to reduce the cost of heating your home, without making a single structural change. These include switching your energy provider and reviewing the benefits you’re entitled to. Get in touch with us and one of our expert advisors can discuss your options with you and let you know what you can do to reduce your energy bills.
Warm and Healthy
It’s no secret that living in a cold, damp or mouldy house doesn’t feel good. More than that, it’s been proven many times that it’s actually bad for your physical health.
By keeping your home warm you are less likely to get ill, especially with breathing-related problems. It will help ease aches and pains and it’s also great for your mental health. Being cold for long periods of time can lead to negative thoughts and feelings of depression, so by making your home is a warm one you’re far more likely to live a happier, healthier life.
Call us today to find out more on 03456 037 686
“The installation of my solar panels and loft installation couldn’t have been better.
I now use less oil to get to a comfortable heat and save money on my bills. I would definitely recommend Warm Homes Suffolk, it’s a no brainer!”
Bungalow Resident. Loft insulation and solar panels installed by Warm Homes Suffolk in March 2023.