Unlock Maximum Savings with Updates to the Great British Insulation Scheme

At Ignite Property Group, we've been at the forefront of helping homeowners create more energy-efficient, comfortable and cost-effective living spaces. The recent government response to the consultation on the Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS) represents a fundamental paradigm shift in how we approach home insulation. 

We're excited to guide you through these transformative changes and demonstrate how you, as a homeowner in Hampshire or anywhere in the UK, can reap significant and lasting benefits.

For too long government-backed energy efficiency schemes, while well-intentioned, often presented a somewhat limited perspective. The focus on individual insulation measures, with a bit of loft insulation here and some cavity wall filling there, often left eligible homeowners with incremental improvements rather than truly optimised thermal performance. 

The enhanced GBIS marks a crucial turning point. By allowing and encouraging the combination of two distinct insulation measures within a single property, the government is finally recognising the synergistic power of a holistic approach. This isn't simply adding more, it’s creating a cohesive and highly effective thermal barrier that addresses multiple avenues of heat loss simultaneously.

Key Outcomes of the GBIS Consultation Response

The government's response to the consultation has paved the way for a more impactful GBIS. Here are the key changes that directly benefit homeowners:

• Allowing Combined Insulation Measures: The government has confirmed that they will allow the installation of two insulation measures in the same property under GBIS. This is a significant change from the previous focus on single measures.
• Loft and Cavity Wall Insulation Prioritised: Recognising their widespread applicability and significant impact, the response specifically highlights the strong support for allowing both loft and cavity wall insulation to be installed together. This common and highly effective combination is now fully supported under the enhanced scheme.
• Support for Smart Thermostats: The consultation also proposed allowing smart thermostats as a secondary measure for low-income households and this received strong support and will be implemented.   
• No Pay-For-Performance Pilot: The government has decided not to proceed with a Pay-For-Performance (PFP) pilot for ECO4 and GBIS due to the limited timeframe before the schemes end and concerns about diverting resources from addressing existing quality issues.
• Broader Range of Combined Measures: Importantly, the government is going even further than just loft and CWI. They will allow any two of the following insulation measures to be installed together under GBIS for both the low-income and general groups:

Cavity wall insulation

Loft insulation

Underfloor insulation

Solid floor insulation

Pitched roof insulation

Strategic Combinations for Optimal Impact

This means you can now combine measures like loft and cavity wall insulation, underfloor and solid floor insulation, or any other eligible combination. Homeowners across the UK can now work with experts like Ignite Property Group to identify the most effective combination of two insulation measures based on their specific property type, construction and individual needs:

1. Loft Insulation + Cavity Wall Insulation: Most homes often feature cavity wall construction and traditional pitched roofs with lofts, so this combination represents the most impactful and cost-effective initial upgrade. Our local expertise in loft insulation, coupled with professionally installed cavity wall insulation, creates a formidable barrier against heat loss by addressing the two primary escape routes.
2. Underfloor or Solid Floor Insulation + Loft/Cavity Walls: Many older properties in the UK feature suspended timber floors, which can be a significant source of heat loss. Combining underfloor insulation with loft or cavity wall insulation can dramatically improve comfort and energy efficiency in these homes. Similarly, for homes with solid concrete floors, insulating these areas in conjunction with upper-level insulation can provide a more comprehensive solution.
3. Pitched Roof Insulation + Another Key Measure: As loft conversions become increasingly popular in Hampshire, ensuring these spaces are adequately insulated is crucial. Combining pitched roof insulation with either cavity wall or floor insulation ensures that the entire living space benefits from enhanced thermal performance.

Your Trusted Local Partner 

As a local business, Ignite Property Group is ideally positioned to help you navigate the intricacies of the enhanced GBIS and maximise its benefits for your home. We're not just a national company with a presence here; we're your neighbours, committed to providing expert advice and high-quality service tailored to the specific needs of UK homeowners.

The enhanced Great British Insulation Scheme, with its intelligent approach to combined insulation measures, represents a significant leap forward in creating a more energy-efficient and comfortable housing stock right here in Hampshire and across the UK. By partnering with your local experts at Ignite Property Group, you can navigate these exciting changes and energy efficiency schemes with confidence and unlock substantial, long-term benefits for your home and your wallet. Don't settle for incremental improvements - embrace the power of a holistic approach to insulation and experience the real difference in your home. 

Contact us today to begin your journey towards a warmer, more affordable and more sustainable future, right here in our community.