Energy Efficient Scotland: Area Based Scheme

Steps in the application process

Referral received

You or your advisor submit a referral to the Highland Council. We check your details and confirm eligibility.

Prequalification and property survey booked

If eligible, we arrange a survey of your home to assess what improvements are possible.

Property survey carried out

A qualified surveyor visits your home to look at insulation, heating and energy use.

Potential measures discussed and accepted

We explain what changes could be made, such as insulation or heating upgrades. You decide whether to go ahead.

Cooling off period

You have time to think about the proposed work before confirming your decision.

Installation is designed, planned and works carried out

We organise the work and make the improvements to your home. This may include contractors visiting your property.

Handover pack and support provided

You receive documents including guarantees, a maintenance manual and advice on how to look after the improvements.

Customer satisfaction survey issued

We ask for feedback to help improve the service for others.

Page last modified: 25 August 2025