The Home Energy Efficiency Scheme (Scotland) Regulations 2006

Works for which grant may be made

13.  –

(1) Subject to paragraph (2) below, a grant may only be made for the purpose of–

(a) providing a type of central heating system approved by the administering agency and any new fuel source;

(b) repairing a central heating system that does not function if it is reasonable to do so having regard to the likely lifespan and efficiency of the system; or

(c) replacing or upgrading a partial or inefficient central heating system.

(2) Where an application is approved for a purpose mentioned in paragraph (1) grant may also be made for the purpose of providing–

(a) insulation between the internal and external leaves of cavity walls of the dwelling;

(b) insulation to any water heating system or any part of such a system;

(c) insulation in any accessible roof space in the dwelling, including the insulation of any cold water tank and any water supply, overflow and expansion pipes in such a space;

(d) draughtproofing to or in the dwelling together with additional means of ventilation for any rooms which would otherwise be inadequately ventilated after such provision;

(e) energy advice;

(f) a cold alarm;

(g) a smoke detector; and

(h) a carbon monoxide detector.