Can You Get a Heat Pump Grant If You Have Gas Central Heating?
Yes — and gas boiler replacement is exactly what the BUS grant was designed for. The Boiler Upgrade Scheme specifically targets homes switching from fossil fuel heating to heat pumps. If you have gas central heating, you tick one of the key eligibility boxes automatically.
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Eligibility for Homes with Gas Central Heating
Replacing a gas boiler with a heat pump meets the BUS requirement to switch from fossil fuel heating. You also need to own the property, be in England or Wales, and use an MCS-certified installer. GOV.UK does not list an EPC as an eligibility condition. Homes on mains gas get the standard £7,500; the higher £9,000 rate is only for off-gas homes replacing oil or LPG. Your installer handles the application.
What Changes When You Switch from Gas
- Your gas boiler is removed
- An air source heat pump unit is installed outside
- A hot water cylinder is usually added (replacing the combi boiler function)
- Some radiators may need upgrading
- The gas supply can be disconnected (saving the standing charge)
Cost Comparison: Gas vs Heat Pump
Unit-rate costs at the October 2026 price cap (7.97p/kWh gas, 26.32p/kWh electricity) for a typical 3-bed semi needing 11,500 kWh of heat: gas boiler 90% efficient, heat pump SCOP 3.2. Disconnecting gas also saves the gas standing charge (about £108 a year). The solar figure is indicative. Actual costs depend on insulation, tariff, and usage. Solar panels can cut heat pump electricity costs by 30-50%.
Do You Need New Radiators?
Not always. Many existing radiators work with heat pumps, though some may need upsizing because heat pumps operate at lower flow temperatures than gas boilers. Your installer will assess this during their survey. Read our full radiator guide for details. See also our full heat pump vs gas boiler comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get a heat pump grant with gas central heating?
Yes. Gas boiler replacement is exactly what the BUS grant covers.
Is it worth switching from gas to a heat pump?
For most homes, yes. After the grant, the net cost is comparable to a new gas boiler, with lower running costs over 20-25 years. Read our full analysis of whether heat pumps are worth it.
Will I need new radiators?
Not always. Your installer will assess during the survey. Read our radiator guide.
About Switching from Gas to Heat Pumps
Replacing gas boilers with heat pumps is central to the UK's Net Zero strategy. The Boiler Upgrade Scheme was designed specifically for this transition, offering £7,500 to make the switch affordable. Air source heat pumps are the most popular replacement, delivering 3-4 units of heat per unit of electricity. The full comparison shows heat pumps winning on lifetime costs. Adding solar panels makes the economics even more compelling by generating free electricity to power the heat pump.