Hi all, I’m extending our 1960s bungalow with a two storey side extension where our existing garage is. The house has a single phase supply, terrible insulation and the gas meter will have to be moved. We are looking to perhaps install a heat pump, improve insulation and maybe even solar panels. We are an OVO customer and have cadent as our gas transporter. We want to be eligible for any grants available so any advice on what to sort first? Thinking 1. change to a 3 supply as most likely be needed ( or should I get electrician into advise/ quote) then 2. Get insulation upgraded in main house to facilitate grants for heat pump 3. Get heat pump installed then join in extension at later date 4. Move gas supply before extension built - we don’t have a builder yet this is purely planning. Hoping someone has some good advice.
Good luck with your development. Not sure if this might be a starting point https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/find-energy-grants-for-you-home-help-to-heat
and there’s the ECO4 scheme if you qualify as well. https://www.ovoenergy.com/energy-company-obligation
You won’t need a 3 phase supply as far as the heat pump is concerned. Make sure your heat pump installer is a good one and does a proper heat loss survey in the property. Look at the Heat Geek website and map to find an installer near you.
Might be worth seeing if this is available in your area
At only £25 it will as a minimum highlight things for further investigation
*edited by moderator - 15/10/24*
Thanks Jeffus that was a brilliant idea ! Sadly no appointments available. I will keep trying
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