Double glazing is an energy-efficient home improvement that can reduce heat loss, enhance security, minimize noise, and prevent condensation. In Scotland, homeowners can access grants and loans to support the installation of double glazed windows.
Key Facts
- Grant and Loan Options: Homeowners in Scotland can apply for grants and interest-free loans to fund energy-saving improvements, including double glazing.
- Funding for Energy Saving Improvements: The grants and loans available cover various energy-saving improvements such as boilers, heating systems, insulation, solar panels, and windows (excluding double glazing).
- Home Energy Scotland: To apply for these grants and loans, you need to contact Home Energy Scotland, which is funded by the Scottish Government.
- Grant and Loan Amounts: Homeowners can receive grants of up to £7,500 each for energy efficiency and zero emission heating improvements. Additionally, an optional interest-free loan of £7,500 is available.
- Rural Households: If you live in a rural area, you may be eligible for increased grants of up to £9,000.
- Eligibility: To apply for these grants and loans, you need to be a homeowner. Private landlords are not eligible, but they can apply for the Private Rented Sector Landlord Loan.
- Application Process: Before carrying out any work, you need to have a loan offer in writing and obtain quotes from approved installers. Certain approved installers must be used for the improvements.
Funding Options
The Scottish Government offers several funding schemes for energy-saving home improvements, including double glazing. These include:
- Home Energy Scotland Loan SchemeProvides interest-free loans of up to £15,000 for energy-saving improvements, including double glazing.
- Help to Buy Windows Scotland SchemeA privately funded scheme that offers free or subsidized double-glazing installations to eligible homeowners with low incomes and low energy efficiency ratings.
Eligibility and Application Process
To apply for these grants and loans, homeowners must:
- Be homeowners in Scotland
- Have a home energy assessment carried out by a qualified assessor
- Obtain quotes from approved installers for the proposed improvements
Applications should be submitted to Home Energy Scotland, which will review the eligibility and issue loan offers.
Grant and Loan Amounts
- Home Energy Scotland GrantUp to £7,500 for each energy efficiency and zero emission heating improvement
- Optional Home Energy Scotland Loan£7,500 interest-free loan
- Rural HouseholdsIncreased grants of up to £9,000
Sources
- Grants and loans for energy saving improvements – mygov.scot
- Double Glazing Home Grants for Homeowners in Scotland
- Funding for energy efficiency in homes – Citizens Advice
FAQs
Can I get a grant for double glazing in Scotland?
Yes, homeowners in Scotland can apply for grants and interest-free loans to fund the installation of double glazed windows.
What is the maximum grant amount available?
Homeowners can receive grants of up to £7,500 each for energy efficiency and zero emission heating improvements, including double glazing.
Am I eligible for a grant?
To be eligible for a grant, you must be a homeowner in Scotland and have a home energy assessment carried out by a qualified assessor.
How do I apply for a grant?
Applications for grants and loans should be submitted to Home Energy Scotland, which will review the eligibility and issue loan offers.
Is there an income limit to qualify for a grant?
No, there is no income limit to qualify for a grant. However, the Help to Buy Windows Scotland Scheme is targeted towards homeowners with low incomes and low energy efficiency ratings.
Can I get a grant for double glazing if I am a private landlord?
No, private landlords are not eligible for grants for double glazing. However, they can apply for the Private Rented Sector Landlord Loan.
Do I need to use a specific installer to get a grant?
Yes, you must use certain approved installers for the improvements. A list of approved installers can be found on the Home Energy Scotland website.
What are the benefits of double glazing?
Double glazing can reduce heat loss, enhance security, minimize noise, and prevent condensation, making your home more comfortable and energy-efficient.