Six must-have items to help landlords cut bills & go green

Juggling finances as a landlord can be a real challenge. With 2025 ushering in ever-creeping interest rates and maintenance costs always looming, owning property can sometimes feel more laborious than lucrative. And with the soon-to-be-enforced Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards legislation - which requires UK landlords to guarantee their rental properties have an Energy Performance Certificate rating of C or above - this has never been truer. Thankfully, there is an upside to getting your property energy compliance ready - it can actually help you save money in the long run while retaining long-term tenants.

If your property is one of the “52% of PRS properties currently rated below C,” you’ll need to invest in smart property tech – a.k.a. ‘proptech’ – to start seeing a higher yield on your investment. There’s a lot more you can do beyond programmable thermostats and insulating hot water cylinders, after all. In this guide, we’ll introduce you to 6 tech items that will support you in meeting modern energy efficiency standards. Each can help you to:

• Improve energy monitoring and compliance
• Reduce unnecessary energy wastage
• Enhance security and tenant convenience
• Digitise property records to support sustainability

Top 3 energy-efficient appliances for landlords in 2026

LOGIK L612WM23 6kg 1200 Spin Washing Machine

Despite being an essential appliance in a rental property, not all washing machine models are designed with energy efficiency in mind. The LOGIK L612WM23, however, boasts a 1200-spin speed, helping it to remove excess water at rapid speed and reduce the time and energy needed for clothes to dry afterwards. Its eco-friendly wash cycles lead to lower electricity and water usage, helping cut utility costs drastically.

If you include bills in tenants’ rent and are having to stick to a set rental amount, despite fluctuating energy costs, investing in this washing machine could be a gamechanger. Not only would it help you generate more stable income, but it could also have a knock-on effect on improving tenant satisfaction and reducing lodger turnover rates.

LOGIK LVD7W18 7kg Vented Tumble Dryer

Tumble dryers are notorious for high energy consumption, but choosing a model like the LOGIK LVD7W18 can help ease costs. Thanks to its sensor drying technology, the machine can actually detect when clothes are dry and stop the cycle automatically, avoiding prolonged unnecessary energy use. Given how quick energy providers are to hike prices up in the winter, many tenants often turn to hanging their clothes on airers inside rental properties, sometimes leading to a build-up of damp. Investing in an eco-friendly dryer can help you save on having to fork out money for damp repair in the long term, while lowering spend for tenants.

Canon CanoScan LiDE 300 Flatbed Scanner

Sure, a scanner may not immediately seem like an energy-saving device – but hear us out. Digitising documents significantly reduces paper waste and the need for printed paperwork. By maintaining digital tenancy agreements, property maintenance logs, and compliance certificates, you can reduce spend on administrative items like printers, ink, and paper and save on overall electricity consumption in your home office. Canon’s CanoScan LiDE 300 is a perfect lightweight scanner for helping you sort out documents on the go, no matter where you are.

And as a nice perk, digital documents are also handy for streamlining property management, making it easier to store and access essential information without having to find physical storage.

Top 3 smart proptech items to help landlords manage energy use remotely

Apple Watch SE

As a modern landlord, you need to stay connected and available for your tenants throughout the day, and with the Apple Watch SE, you can do just that. The watch provides a convenient way to monitor smart home energy systems on the go. Use it to integrate with property management apps to receive real-time notifications about energy usage, get alerts about the latest energy compliance legislation updates, or monitor security breaches. Plus, you’ll have the ability to remotely control smart thermostats and lighting systems straight from your wrist, to reduce daily energy waste.

Yale Smart Living Sync Smart Home Alarm

Security and energy efficiency go hand in hand, and the Yale Smart Living Sync Alarm plays a crucial role in both. By integrating with smart locks, cameras, and lighting, this system ensures that rental properties remain protected, while preventing unnecessary energy use. For example, motion-activated lighting reduces electricity waste, while remote access allows you to check that heating and lighting are only active when needed.

TP-Link RE705X WiFi Range Extender (AX 3000, Dual-band)

Let’s face it: a key concern for many tenants will be the strength of the WiFi – especially if they work from home. Enter the TP-Link RE705X WiFi Range Extender. This professional extender ensures that your smart thermostats, energy monitors, and security cameras stay online, delivering empowered monitor energy usage from the convenience of your sofa.

No more wondering if the heating is running full blast in an empty flat or if the tenant’s cat has tripped the security system again. A strong, stable signal means your smart proptech actually does what it’s meant to – save you money by reducing wasted energy and keeping a tight rein on utility costs.

Why investing in energy-efficient technology makes financial sense

Beyond the immediate cost savings on electricity and water bills, investing in energy-efficient appliances and smart home technology just makes sense. Appliances designed with environmental consciousness in mind are often more durable and require less frequent repairs, saving you money over time – plus, they can help you work towards legal energy compliance status, and offer long-term financial benefits.

As an example, a well-equipped, energy-efficient rental property is more attractive to potential tenants and buyers, increasing its market value. Existing tenants are also easier to retain if they can enjoy lower utility bills and modern conveniences, making them more likely to stay for extended living periods and reduce costly lodger turnover.

While the UK government has scrapped previous minimum EPC requirements, there are still tax incentives and grants available for landlords investing in energy efficiency improvements. By making smart investments now, you can futureproof your rental properties, while reaping the financial rewards of lower operating costs and increased tenant satisfaction.
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