The Honest Answer

The grant is deducted from your invoice. You never pay the full amount upfront. I’ve managed this process for hundreds of Hampshire homeowners. Here’s exactly how it works.

Yes. In thirty-plus years I can count the landlords who knew this on one hand. The same £7,500 available to homeowners applies to rental properties. Here’s how it works.

Three completely separate schemes. The confusion between them costs eligible Hampshire homeowners real money. Here’s the plain English version of what each one actually does.

No. The fear that they will is one I address at surveys regularly. The 2028 legislation affects new builds only. Here’s what it actually says.

Solar prices have plateaued. Heat pump prices aren’t falling. Every year you wait costs you in bills foregone. Here’s the honest view on timing.

Yes, skip it at your own risk. I’ve never seen a well-serviced unit fail prematurely. I’ve seen many neglected ones fail in July. Here’s exactly what’s covered.

No, if it’s correctly positioned and set to a sensible temperature. I cover both of those at every bedroom installation. Here’s what actually matters.

Yes. Without it, you lose the BUS Grant and the Smart Export Guarantee. I’ve seen this mistake cost homeowners thousands. Here’s what to verify before agreeing to anything.

No, and I say that as one. The certificate tells you the minimum standard was met. It tells you nothing about design quality, commissioning, or what happens in year three.

The most consistent pattern when AES gets called out to fix an installation: it was the cheapest quote. Here’s what to actually check before choosing anyone.