Homeowners in Northamptonshire could be eligible for £5K of eco-friendly home improvements

A Government grant will mean some local homeowners will be eligible for thousands of pounds of home improvements.

Residents across Northamptonshire can apply for the Green Homes Grant scheme, which could pay homeowners up to £5,000 for environmentally friendly home improvements.

The scheme could help pay for heating controls, insulation and double or triple glazing.

Any homeowner or landlord can apply if they are wanting to implement certain eco-friendly measures, then the Government will pay two thirds of the bill up to £5,000.

Although registration for the vouchers will not open until the end of this month, South Northamptonshire Council is urging residents start thinking about their application.

Cllr Karen Cooper, portfolio holder for wellbeing, said: “This is a welcomed announcement from the Government, that we are pleased to support.

“Green home improvements will not only help many residents cut carbon emissions and save money on their energy bills but will create work for many thousands of builders and tradespeople across the district.

“The government will provide a voucher that covers up to two thirds of the cost of qualifying home improvements.

“The maximum value of the voucher is £5,000. However, you may be able to receive up to £10,000 if you or a member of your household receives a qualifying means-tested benefit.”

“Although we are yet to hear from the Government when registration will be open, we would like to encourage those who are eligible to start thinking about their application.

“The Simple Energy Advice website is currently open for potential applicants to complete a pre-checker and to approach trust mark businesses to get estimates ready for when the online application is ready to go live.”

To obtain a voucher, homeowners will have to make an online application detailing the energy efficiency measures they wish to carry out.

Once a supplier has issued a quote, and the requested work has been approved, the Government will then issue the voucher.

Further information can be found on the Department for Energy & Industrial Strategy website and from the Simple Energy Advice website.

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