What to Expect During a Free Energy Efficiency Assessment

Warmr Editorial Team
Jul 1
2 min read

A free energy efficiency assessment is the first step towards accessing government-funded home upgrades through ECO4 and GBIS. This assessment identifies ways to make your Merseyside home more energy-efficient, from insulation to heating upgrades.

At Warmr, we make the process simple and transparent, helping you unlock free or subsidised upgrades. Here’s what to expect during a free energy efficiency assessment and how to prepare.

What Is an Energy Efficiency Assessment?

An energy efficiency assessment is a professional survey of your home’s energy performance, conducted by experts to identify areas of heat loss and recommend upgrades. In Merseyside, where many homes have low EPC ratings, this assessment is key to accessing ECO4 and GBIS funding for insulation, heating, or renewable energy solutions.

What Happens During the Assessment?

The assessment, which takes 1–2 hours, includes:

Insulation Check: Inspecting loft, wall, and floor insulation levels.
Heating Evaluation: Assessing your boiler or heating system’s efficiency.
Energy Loss Analysis: Using tools like thermal imaging to identify heat loss.
Eligibility Confirmation: Reviewing your benefits status or household income.
Recommendations: Suggesting upgrades like loft insulation or air source heat pumps.

Warmr’s assessors provide a detailed report tailored to your home’s needs.

How to Prepare

Clear Access: Ensure easy access to your loft, walls, and heating system.
Gather Information: Note your home’s age, construction type, or energy bill details. If you can’t collect this information, it isn’t an issue, as the assessors will be able to determine it.
Identify Issues: Highlight damp, mould, or draughts to inform recommendations.
Ask Questions: Prepare queries about ECO4, GBIS, or the installation process.

Benefits of an Assessment

Personalised Solutions: Tailored upgrades to maximise energy savings.
No Cost: Free for all eligible households.
Path to Savings: Leads to upgrades that can save £200–£400 annually.
Improved Comfort: Addresses cold spots and improves home warmth.

Why Act Now?

With limited funding, securing an assessment now ensures you access free upgrades. Contact Warmr at our eligibility page, call 0800 123 4567, or email info@warmr.co.uk to schedule your free assessment today.