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Alliant confirms this during your free survey." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How long does a heat pump installation take?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Typically 1–2 days for an air source heat pump, including commissioning and handover." } } ] } ] --- [![Alliant Energy — Renewable Energy Solutions](/__l5e/assets-v1/3bd22195-cc6e-43e6-b5ff-5a808ce292d3/alliantenergyltd-2.svg)](/) [Home](/)[About](/about-us) [Services](/services) [Guides](/guides)[Case Studies](/case-study)[![Levelise](/__l5e/assets-v1/59fd362e-361a-47d7-ad1f-65e9beeb5289/levelise-logo.webp)](/guides/levelise-hub-explained) [01282 501589](tel:01282501589)[Get a Quote →](/quote) Warm Homes Plan · Heat pumps # Warm Homes Plan Heat Pumps — What You Can Get Funded Two funding routes that, together, cover almost every homeowner: the Warm Homes Local Grant (up to £30,000) and the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (£7,500 — rising to £9,000 from July 2026 for oil/LPG homes — any homeowner). By **Alliant Energy Team**· reviewed by MCS Registered Engineer Last updated 19 May 2026 [Check eligibility](/request-callback) [Call 01282 501589](/contact) On this page - [Two funding routes](#routes) - [Which heat pumps qualify](#models) - [Is my home suitable?](#suitability) - [Installation](#install) - [Running costs](#costs) - [FAQ](#faq) Ready to act? Free quote in one working day. [Get a Quote →](/quote) There are two ways to get government funding for a heat pump in England — and together they cover almost every homeowner. 2026 may be the most favourable time in the scheme's history to act. Read our hub guide on [the Warm Homes Plan](/guides/what-is-the-warm-homes-plan), or learn more about our [air source heat pump installation](/services/heat-pumps). ## Two routes to a funded heat pump ### Route 1: Warm Homes Local Grant (WH:LG) — up to £30,000 For households with EPC D–G and gross income ≤£36,000. The WH:LG funds a heat pump as part of a whole-house package — often alongside insulation, solar and a battery. In Lancashire, administered by Cosy Homes in Lancashire. ### Route 2: Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) — £7,500 (£9,000 oil/LPG from July 2026) For any homeowner in England, regardless of income or EPC. Your MCS-registered installer (Alliant Energy) claims the grant on your behalf. Runs until 2030. Which to choose If you're on a low income with a poor EPC, the WH:LG covers more and is the better route. If you earn above £36,000 or have a good EPC, the BUS is your route. ## Which heat pumps qualify for funding? Air source heat pumps (ASHPs) qualify for both funding routes. To be eligible, the heat pump must be supplied and installed by an MCS-registered installer and the model must appear on the MCS Product Characteristics Database. Ground source heat pumps are eligible for a separate BUS tier. Hybrid systems (heat pump + gas boiler backup) are also eligible for BUS funding. ## Is my home suitable for a heat pump? Heat pumps work well in well-insulated properties. They produce heat at 40–55°C (vs 70–80°C for gas), so they're most efficient with: - Good wall and loft insulation (WH:LG can fund this first if needed) - Larger radiators or underfloor heating - A well-sealed building envelope Alliant Energy includes a free heat loss assessment with all heat pump surveys. We don't install systems that won't work properly in your home. ### Interested in a funded heat pump? Alliant Energy handles the grant application. Call 01282 501589 or request a free quote. [Get a Quote](/quote) [Heat pump service](/services/heat-pumps) ## What does heat pump installation involve? - Outdoor unit (about the size of an air conditioning unit) mounted on an external wall or pad - Refrigerant pipework to an indoor unit or hot water cylinder - Controls, thermostat and smart scheduling commissioned - Installation typically takes 1–2 days Permitted development rules mean planning permission is not usually required for a single domestic ASHP. Alliant confirms this during the survey. ## Running costs compared to a gas boiler With the current price cap and typical usage, annual running costs are broadly similar to a well-maintained gas boiler — but with low-carbon operation and protection against gas price volatility. Heat pumps are eligible for the Domestic Heat Pump Tariff from some suppliers, offering cheaper overnight electricity specifically for heat pump use. ## Frequently asked questions ### What heat pump funding is available in 2026? Two routes: the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (£7,500 for any homeowner, rising to £9,000 for oil/LPG homes from July 2026) and the Warm Homes Local Grant (up to £30,000 for income ≤£36,000 and EPC D–G). Alliant Energy can advise which route applies. ### Do I need planning permission for a heat pump? Usually not. Air source heat pumps qualify as permitted development in most cases, provided they meet siting criteria. Alliant confirms this during your free survey. ### How long does a heat pump installation take? Typically 1–2 days for an air source heat pump, including commissioning and handover. Related Warm Homes Plan guides - [Boiler Upgrade Scheme — full guide ](/guides/boiler-upgrade-scheme-2026) - [Heat pump installation service ](/services/heat-pumps) - [Combining solar, battery and heat pump ](/guides/warm-homes-plan-solar-battery-heat-pump) Three ways to get started ## Ready to find out what solar saves you? Get a tailored quote in one working day. No obligation. No hard sell. 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