Due to the current Coronavirus pandemic, response times may be affected. The free gas central heating offer (in partnership with Warmer Homes) is still open to applications and our team will be in touch as soon as they can. Existing applications may experience delays – we are working hard to minimise any disruption.
Thank you for your patience.
Is it really free?
Yes, completely free.
Eligible residents are being offered free gas central heating systems and installation as part of a new Portsmouth City Council initiative. There are no surprise costs – you will not be asked to pay any amount at any point during the scheme!
Why should I apply?
If you’re heating your home using electricity you could be paying as up to 3 times as much as those who use gas central heating. A gas central heating system can save you hundreds of pounds on your energy bills and keep your home warm and healthy for less.
Normally you would have to pay up to £6,000 for a new central heating system to be installed in your house. But through Portsmouth City Council you don’t have to pay anything!
Am I eligible?
The offer is open to homeowners, council or housing association tenants and private tenants. Please note that tenants will require their landlord’s permission. For full eligibility criteria, click here.
Thousands of people are eligible, most notably if:
- you receive any means tested benefit; or
- you have long-term health issues or receive any health or disability benefit; or
- you are on a low household income (Less than £35,000 a year)
