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Advice for landlords on renting a property

Chapters in this topic

  1. Introduction
  2. Inspections
  3. Electrical safety
  4. Gas safety
  5. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
  6. Home energy efficiency

Home energy efficiency

You’ll need to have your properties assessed by an accredited energy assessor. The Assessment will:

  • show the running costs for heating, hot water and lighting
  • show a list of recommended energy saving improvements
  • provide you with an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)

You could receive a fine of up to £5,000 if you:

  • rent a property which achieves an EPC rating below E
  • are thinking of renting a property which achieves an EPC rating of F or G

You can visit GOV.UK to find an accredited energy assessor.

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