While there are some very new buildings in London, many of them date back to Victorian times and the early 20th century. In central London there are a few which date back to before the 17th century, although many of those were destroyed in the Great Fire of London in 1666. However, the city really expanded in the 19th century which is why so many homes are Victorian.
Back in those days they didn’t have central heating and had no idea about energy efficiency or insulation. Cavity walls didn’t come into use until the 1920s and it was the 1950s before they became commonplace. Even then, they hadn’t thought of insulating them, whereas today insulation is the norm.
Not only that, but gas boilers for heating – although they were invented back in 1868 (yes, really!) – did not become the norm until the 1970s and 80s. Before that, most homes had coal fires.
However, as technology has advanced, boilers have become more efficient than they were fifty years ago. In fact, they have become considerably more efficient just in the last few years, to the point where it is now possible to receive a grant for a new boiler if the one you have is more than just 12 years old and non-condensing.
A FREE Boiler Grant
Yes, in pursuit of its’ aims of energy efficiency the government has introduced its’ ECO4 programme for heating upgrades, loft insulation, solid wall insulation, and cavity wall insulation which can mean that you can have a free boiler grant in London if yours is of an older type. These grants have recently also been extended to cover solar panels in some cases.
Many people are unaware that these grants are available, but the fact is that they are. Hence why our name is Get A Free Boiler! If you think about it, why wouldn’t you? You can have the very latest non-condensing boiler installed in your home by us and it won’t cost you a penny!
Not only are you doing your bit for climate change and the planet with a free boiler grant in London, but you will also save money on your heating bills. So, you have the very latest technology and pay less for using it. As the saying goes, what’s not to like?
Find out more by calling us on 0800-246-1797 to talk to one of our experts. Alternatively, you can email us on info@getafreeboiler.co.uk.