Free Boiler Grants in Durham

Looking to replace an old boiler in Durham? Northern Boiler Grants helps eligible Durham households swap tired, inefficient boilers for brand-new A-rated models through government-backed grant funding — often at no cost at all. If your home has a qualifying old boiler, we can check whether you're eligible in about a minute.

Free boiler grants in Durham

Across Durham and the wider County Durham area, thousands of homes are still heated by boilers fitted before 2005. These older units are typically non-condensing, running at perhaps 65–78% efficiency, which means a large slice of every heating bill is wasted up the flue. A modern condensing boiler runs at over 90%, so replacing an old one can noticeably cut bills while making the home warmer and more reliable.

Durham's older terraces, student housing and surrounding former pit villages often rely on pre-2005 boilers. If that sounds like your property, you may be able to have it replaced through a grant. The eligibility check is free and there's no obligation — we'll simply tell you honestly whether you qualify.

A little about Durham

Durham is defined by its spectacular peninsula, where the Norman cathedral and castle rise together above a tight loop of the River Wear — a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the finest medieval scenes in Europe. The cathedral holds the shrine of St Cuthbert and the tomb of the Venerable Bede, and for centuries the Prince-Bishops of Durham governed the region with near-royal powers. The university, founded in 1832, is among the oldest in England and gives the small city its lively character.

That long history is reflected in Durham's housing, and with older property often comes older heating. Whatever the age or style of your home, if it relies on a pre-2005 boiler we can help you find out whether grant funding could cover a replacement.

Find Durham on the map

We serve Durham and the surrounding villages and suburbs. Here's the area we cover:

How the grant works

The process is simple. First, you check your eligibility online or over the phone — you'll generally need a qualifying old boiler plus a household member receiving certain benefits or on a low income. Next, a qualified surveyor visits your Durham home to confirm the boiler type and assess the system. If funding is approved, our Gas Safe registered engineers install a new condensing boiler, usually within a day, and register the warranty for you. From start to finish we keep things clear, local and pressure-free.

Ready to begin? Check your eligibility, explore the types of old boiler that qualify, or call 0800 246 8135 to speak to the team.