Grant rules checked against Ofgem on 15 October 2026
Air source heat pump installers in Bolton
Published and last updated 15 October 2026
Homeowners in Bolton can get £7,500 off an air source heat pump through the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, or £9,000 if the home is off the gas grid and heated by oil or LPG, as long as an MCS-certified installer fits it. We match Bolton homes with up to three MCS-certified installers covering BL postcodes so you can compare quotes.
How much is the heat pump grant in Bolton?
The grant in Bolton is the same as anywhere in England: £7,500 for an air-to-water heat pump, £9,000 for eligible off-gas homes until 31 March 2027, and £2,500 for air-to-air.
Most Bolton homes are on mains gas and qualify for £7,500; outlying moorland properties without mains gas may qualify for £9,000 if they heat with oil or LPG.
Do homes in Bolton suit a heat pump?
Bolton's housing suits heat pumps well when the system is designed properly, from mill-era terraces around Deane, Daubhill and Halliwell to larger semis and detached homes in Bromley Cross, Heaton and Lostock. Solid-walled terraces lose more heat, so radiator sizing and draught-proofing matter.
Is there extra funding in Bolton?
Low-income Bolton households may qualify for the Greater Manchester Warm Homes: Local Grant, which can cover low-carbon heating and insulation.
Greater Manchester Warm Homes: Local Grant
Do you need planning permission in Bolton?
Most air source heat pumps in Bolton are permitted development, so planning permission usually isn't needed.
Check first for listed buildings and conservation areas, including parts of the town centre and older village centres.
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Which areas around Bolton do we cover?
We cover Bolton and nearby areas including:
Nearby towns:
How do you get heat pump quotes in Bolton?
Check your eligibility in 60 seconds, then up to three MCS-certified installers covering Bolton contact you with quotes that show the grant deducted.
Check my eligibilityFrequently asked questions
Is the Boiler Upgrade Scheme available in Bolton?
Yes. Bolton is in England, so eligible homeowners can claim £7,500, or £9,000 for off-gas homes.
Who is my local council for home energy grants?
Bolton Council. See our Greater Manchester Warm Homes: Local Grant guide for the current scheme.
Do heat pumps work in Bolton's stone and brick terraces?
Yes, provided the installer sizes the heat pump and radiators from a room-by-room heat loss calculation.