Help with white goods
If you’re struggling to afford or replace essential household appliances like a cooker, fridge, freezer or washing machine, there are several forms of help available. The options below list schemes, grants and local support that may be able to provide or fund essential items depending on your circumstances.
Apply for white goods (grants)
Let’s Talk Energy Fund allows you to apply for help with white goods if your household income from work is under £20,238 (benefits not included in this total).
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You may be able to get a Community Care Grant to help with essential household items such as cookers, fridges, or washing machines. It’s designed for people on a low income who need support to stay in or set up a home.
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Buy used white goods
Stella’s Voice operates charity shops in Aberdeen and Peterhead, selling low-cost furniture, white goods, and household items.
You could contact them first to see if they have what you need in stock.
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The BHF Furniture & Electrical Store in Aberdeen sells quality second-hand furniture and household appliances such as fridges, washing machines and cookers — all safety checked and affordably priced. You can also donate items or book a free furniture collection.
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Instant Neighbour provides affordable, good-quality reused furniture and white goods for people on low incomes in Aberdeen City and Shire. All items are safety-checked and sold at low cost, helping households to set up or stay in their homes.
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You can often find low-cost or free white goods such as fridges, washing machines, and cookers listed by people in your local area on Facebook Marketplace.
It’s worth checking regularly, as items are added daily — just be sure to collect safely and test appliances before use.
Gumtree is another good place to find second-hand or free white goods, including fridges, washing machines, and cookers, from local sellers.
You can search within your area and filter by price or “free to collect” listings. Always check the item’s condition and arrange collection safely.
If you’re on Universal Credit, you can apply for a Budgeting Advance. If you get Employment and Support Allowance, or Pension Credit, you can apply for a Budgeting Loan. These are interest-free and can help with essentials like white goods.
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