Boiler and heating support through LEAP is currently closed and is expected to reopen in October.
This page explains how boiler support is usually assessed and how households or referrers can plan ahead. No applications can be made while the scheme is closed.
Boiler and heating support is not a standalone service and is assessed as part of a wider energy advice visit. It is considered where heating issues are causing significant problems for a household.
Support decisions are based on professional judgement and available funding at the time the scheme is open.
When boiler support is available, it is usually considered where:
Not all households meeting these factors will qualify, and additional checks are required.
Even while boiler support is closed, households can still benefit from an energy advice visit. This can help to:
Referrers may wish to note households who could benefit when the scheme becomes available again.
When boiler support reopens, eligibility is confirmed through a LEAP eligibility call. Availability and criteria can vary, and support cannot be guaranteed.
This page provides information only. Final decisions always sit with LEAP.