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What is the Home Upgrade Grant?

The Home Upgrade Grant (HUG) funds energy upgrades for low-income households in off-gas-grid homes with a low EPC (D–G), delivered via local councils.

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It can cover insulation, heat pumps and solar for eligible homes not heated by mains gas.

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2026 figures, based on Energy Saving Trust, Ofgem & gov.uk data · always confirm with a professional survey.

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