How it Works
Our mission is to help people improve their homes in the following ways:
Warmth and cooling
Lower running costs
Greater energy security
Better air quality
Future proof your home value
We offer an end-to-end tailored service to individual homeowners that aims to take the angst away from the process of renewables installation.
Technology and measures we work with
Heat Pumps
PV solar panels
Batteries
Insulation
Windows
Ventilation
What makes Power Up Oxfordshire different?
Power Up Oxfordshire has been set up with a very clear purpose: to help more people install renewable technology in their homes. It’s a research-led project to address the barriers that homeowners face.
Cost
Using our group-buy method, we’re able to achieve the best equipment price and pass on these savings to the homeowners.
Knowledge
We offer clear, impartial expertise to help you navigate the right option for your home so you can make informed choices.
Financial security
We show you what monthly bills might look like if you go ahead.
Trust and assurance
We work with the best installers with strict quality assurance. Because we are partnered with multiple trusted organisations, we are highly accountable for our work.
How do I get involved?
Step One: Explore the options and costs involved
After registering your interest you’ll be invited to try our Heatio home energy calculator to explore your options.
The calculator creates an indicative plan for:
- A solar system, battery or heat pump to suit your home
- Estimated installation costs
- Predicted energy bill savings and performance
Step Two: Expert guidance and technical surveys
Once the group-buy auction has taken place, you’ll receive your exclusive group-buy price.
If you’d like to proceed:
- Upload a few photos of your home
- Book a call with the installer to discuss your plans
- Arrange a home survey to confirm the final design and quotation
At the home survey stage we ask for a £150 deposit, which is returned if you proceed, or if the installation is not technically viable.
Step Three: Installation
When you’re happy to go ahead:
- Your installer will manage any required applications and grants
- Installation will be scheduled at a convenient time
- Quality checks will be completed throughout the process
- You’ll receive all certification and aftercare information once installed
Who can get involved?
The project is currently working with a number of groups. If you live in Oxfordshire, but do not fall into these groups, you can still register your interest and we will inform you when you can take part in a group-buy cycle in your area.
Group 1
Covers the areas of Eynsham and the surrounding parishes of Cassington, Freeland, Farmoor in Cumnor, Hanborough, North Leigh, South Leigh and Stanton Harcourt & Sutton.
Group 2
Works with private landlords who provide student accommodation managed by Brookes Lettings for Oxford Brookes University.
Group 3
Works with off-gas communities in rural Oxfordshire. Look out for updates HERE.
What is a group-buy and how does it work?
A group-buy simply means aggregating orders together and suppliers bidding to us to offer the best price. This practice has been tried and tested with similar schemes. But unlike some others, we do all the leg work, you just need to tell us if you’re interested. Once we’ve gauged the level of interest, we’re able to negotiate a price without you needing to make a commitment to go ahead.
What does the group buy cover?
Heat pumps, solar and battery equipment. It doesn’t cover insulation materials or windows.
