table_number,table_title,row_label,column_label,value,page_url,page_modified,extracted_on
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",1,Upgrade,Loft insulation,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",1,Typical cost,£400–£800,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",1,Grant,GBIS†,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",1,Saving / yr,£195–£320,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",1,Payback,~2–3 yrs,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",1,Return*,~40%,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",1,Verdict,Elite,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",2,Upgrade,Draught-proofing,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",2,Typical cost,£150–£300,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",2,Grant,none,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",2,Saving / yr,£50–£100,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",2,Payback,~3 yrs,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",2,Return*,~33%,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",2,Verdict,Elite,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",3,Upgrade,EV home charger (7kW)‡,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",3,Typical cost,"£900–£1,400",https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",3,Grant,£500‡,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",3,Saving / yr,"£600–£1,000",https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",3,Payback,~1–2 yrs,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",3,Return*,high‡,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",3,Verdict,Strong,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",4,Upgrade,Cavity wall insulation,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",4,Typical cost,"£1,000–£2,200",https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",4,Grant,GBIS†,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",4,Saving / yr,£230–£395,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",4,Payback,~5 yrs,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",4,Return*,~20%,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",4,Verdict,Strong,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",5,Upgrade,Air source heat pump (replacing a dying boiler),https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",5,Typical cost,"£500–£6,500after £7,500 grant",https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",5,Grant,"£7,500",https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",5,Saving / yr,"£100–£200 standard tariff, £400–£700 overnight tariff",https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",5,Payback,near-immediate to 7 yrs,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",5,Return*,varies,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",5,Verdict,Strong,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",6,Upgrade,"Solar PV, 4kW (no battery)",https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",6,Typical cost,"£5,500–£7,000",https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",6,Grant,0% VAT,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",6,Saving / yr,£638,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",6,Payback,~9–11 yrs,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",6,Return*,~10%,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",6,Verdict,Strong,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",7,Upgrade,Solar + battery (4kW + 5kWh),https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",7,Typical cost,"£10,000–£14,000",https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",7,Grant,0% VAT,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",7,Saving / yr,£844,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",7,Payback,~12–17 yrs,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",7,Return*,~7%,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",7,Verdict,Conditional,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",8,Upgrade,New gas boiler,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",8,Typical cost,"£2,000–£4,500",https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",8,Grant,none,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",8,Saving / yr,efficiency only,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",8,Payback,n/a,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",8,Return*,n/a,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",8,Verdict,Necessity,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",9,Upgrade,Double glazing (whole house),https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",9,Typical cost,"£4,000–£6,000",https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",9,Grant,none,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",9,Saving / yr,£140–£175,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",9,Payback,~25–35 yrs,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",9,Return*,~3%,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",9,Verdict,"Comfort, not cash",https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",10,Upgrade,External solid wall insulation,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",10,Typical cost,"£10,000–£18,000",https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",10,Grant,grant-led,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",10,Saving / yr,£270–£435,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",10,Payback,~20–45 yrs,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",10,Return*,~2.5%,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",10,Verdict,Grant-only,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",11,Upgrade,Stairlift (straight / curved),https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",11,Typical cost,"£2,300 / £5,500",https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",11,Grant,DFG§,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",11,Saving / yr,quality of life,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",11,Payback,n/a,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",11,Return*,n/a,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05
1,"Table 1. The Look Into Home Upgrade Payback Index 2026: eleven common UK home upgrades ranked by simple payback period, using typical installed cost, available grants and estimated annual saving. Costs and savings are midpoints of sourced 2026 UK market ranges; solar figures use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026. Compiled by lookinto.co.uk Research, last checked 29 August 2026.",11,Verdict,Different logic,https://lookinto.co.uk/energy/home-upgrade-payback-index-2026/,2026-10-29,2026-11-05