Boiler Scrappage Scheme

The recent cold weather and economic strains have led to significant interest in the recently launched Boiler Scrappage Scheme. A downside of the enhanced popularity is that the  Energy Savings Trust (EST) has declared that the  £50m funding  in the scheme could be depleted as early as March 2010 due to high visibility of the scheme during the first few days of January since its launch on the 5th.

The Energy Savings Trust had received  over 70,000 telephone calls in the first 5 days since the scheme inaugurated, as householders looking to reduce their energy costs moved quickly to guarantee they are one of the forecast 125,000 who could profit from the £400 Government cashback.

The Energy Savings Trust acknowledged the immense degree of involvement by the public could lead to the financial support reaching its limit by March 2010. Notwithstanding this A representative of the DECC stated: “The scheme’s been very popular. We’re very happy with the take up. There are vouchers available and people should apply for the scheme”.

Applicants should note that the vouchers are only valid for 12 weeks during which the installation needs to be completed, paid for and the cash back application submitted.  If householders delay the voucher could expire with no gurantee that they will be able to reapply and receive a replacement valid voucher.