The deadline to apply for an energy-efficiency grant scheme worth up to £25,000 per property, is fast approaching for Preston residents.

The Affordable Warmth Initiative – Home Upgrade Grants are available via ‘Cosy Homes in Lancashire’ (CHiL), and will be closing on Friday 31 March.

The ‘CHiL’ team can help qualifying owner-occupiers access the grant which covers the cost of installing recommended energy-efficiency measures free of charge to improve the thermal comfort of their home.

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To meet the elibility criteria, households must have a combined income of no more than £30,000.

The aim of the scheme is to reduce fuel poverty and reach net zero ambitions.

Anyone interested can contact the CHiL team on 03306061488 or visit the CHiL website.

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