Home Energy Guides for Leicestershire
Plain-English guides to heat pump costs, the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, older homes, and solar and battery storage, written for homeowners in Leicester and across Leicestershire.
How Much Does an Air Source Heat Pump Cost in Leicester?
Typical air source heat pump installation costs in Leicester and Leicestershire, what affects the price, how the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant works, and what to expect from running costs.
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Boiler Upgrade Scheme in Leicestershire: Who Qualifies and How to Apply
How the Boiler Upgrade Scheme works for homes in Leicester and Leicestershire in 2026: the £7,500 grant, the temporary £9,000 off-gas rate, who is eligible, how to apply and mistakes to avoid.
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Can an Air Source Heat Pump Work in an Older Leicestershire Home?
Will a heat pump heat a Victorian terrace, a 1930s semi or a stone cottage in Leicestershire? What matters, what may need upgrading, and how planning rules apply.
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Solar Panels, Batteries and Heat Pumps in Leicestershire: Do They Work Together?
How solar panels and battery storage work alongside an air source heat pump in Leicester and Leicestershire, what to expect in winter, and which upgrade to do first.
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