HEAT ESSEX
MAKING HOMES WARMER
Welcome to HEAT Essex – Your One-Stop Shop for Energy Efficiency and Carbon-Saving Grants
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At HEAT Essex, we're committed to helping residents across Essex enjoy homes that are:
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Warmer
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More Energy Efficient
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Cheaper to Run
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Healthier
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We provide grants and professional installation services for:
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Apply today and make your home more comfortable, affordable, and environmentally friendly.
WHO WE ARE and WHAT WE DO
HEAT Essex, in partnership with Essex County Council and Warm Homes Essex, is able to offer grants through working in collaboration with a range of organisations including Energy Companies, Local Installers and Local Authorities including:
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Basildon
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Braintree
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Brentwood
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Castle Point
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Chelmsford
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Colchester
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Epping Forest
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Harlow
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Maldon
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Rochford
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Southend-on-Sea
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Tendring
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Thurrock
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Uttlesford
We have got together to bring healthier, warmer and more comfortable homes to the residents of Essex.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY ADVICE
Lower Your Fuel Bills
Get in touch with us to receive a free, one-to-one Energy Efficiency Assessment. We can start with simple steps to lower your fuel bills or helping you to switch energy supplier to a cheaper tariff. We can also provide simple hints and tips to lower your energy costs and feel warmer. After that, we can discuss your existing insulation, heating and hot water and make some recommendations - possibly leading to a grant to cover the cost of these works
CENTRAL HEATING GRANTS
Make Your Home Warmer
HEAT Essex is delighted to offer grants to residents for renewable central heating systems, including Air Source Heat Pumps.
Contact us today to find out if you qualify for a Whole-House Energy Efficiency Assessment, which can help you make your home warmer, more comfortable, and energy-efficient.
LOFT, CAVITY and SOLID WALL INSULATION
Make Your Home Warmer
HEAT Essex can enhance the comfort of your home by installing loft insulation, as well as cavity and solid wall insulation.
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Even if your loft is already insulated, it may not meet the current recommended minimum depth of 300mm (approximately 12 inches). Upgrading to this standard can significantly improve your home's energy efficiency.
RENEWABLE HEATING
Reducing Carbon Emissions
At HEAT Essex, we offer a range of grants for renewable heating and hot water solutions, including:
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Air Source Heat Pumps
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Fuel Cell Micro Combined Heat and Power Units
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You might be surprised at how easily these can be installed in almost any home, reducing your carbon footprint.
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We may even be able to install alongside Solar PV providing a super solution to your energy needs.
SOLAR PV
HARNESS THE POWER OF THE SUN
Generate your own electric and insulate your home against rising energy prices.
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Installing Solar PV panels is one of the most effective ways to lower your energy bills and reduce your carbon footprint. By generating clean, renewable energy directly from sunlight, you can:
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Save Money: Significantly reduce your electricity bills by generating your own power.
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Contribute to a Greener Future: Solar energy is sustainable and helps significantly lower carbon emissions.
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Solar PV systems are easy to install, require minimal maintenance, and are suitable for almost any home.
Take control of your energy future—switch to solar and enjoy cleaner, cheaper energy for decades to come.
HIGH HEAT RETENTION STORAGE HEATERS
More Controllable Heat
At HEAT Essex, we offer grants to install High-Performance Electric Storage Heaters, designed to significantly enhance home comfort and efficiency. These modern, high heat-retention storage heaters provide:
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Stable Energy Bills: Efficiently store heat during low-cost off-peak periods, reducing your overall heating costs.
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Improved Comfort: Maintain consistent warmth throughout your home with advanced heat-retention technology.
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Easy Control: Modern controls and smart thermostats allow precise temperature management, enhancing comfort and convenience.
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Lower Carbon Footprint: Electric storage heaters contribute to a greener future by efficiently using electricity, especially when combined with renewable energy sources.
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Upgrade today to enjoy a warmer, cosier, and more energy-efficient home.
APPLY NOW
FIND OUT IF YOU QUALIFY
To find out if you qualify for any of our grants for energy saving and efficiency measures, please complete our Application Form.
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You DO NOT have to be in receipt of a benefit to qualify - other factors are taken into consideration such as:
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Low income
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Health issues
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Energy Performance of your home
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Energy Costs
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Household composition - age, number of children etc.
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Property type and location
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Previous occupations
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​Apply now and our experienced, and friendly, grant advisors will do their very best to provide a grant that meets your needs.
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