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Changes to the way Energy Performance Certificate ratings are calculated are on the cards, with the Government set to introduce more comprehensive home assessments and more frequent inspections. The changes are likely to mean extra expense for landlords, with the new, more in-depth inspections expected to take longer, and, as such, come with a heftier price tag. James Kent from NRLA partner, Safe2 gives us an overview.
As energy efficiency remains an increasingly pressing issue in the private rented sector, landlords face the challenge of managing further energy cost increases, while ensuring compliance with EPC regulations. At the Tenancy Deposit Scheme, we’ve seen how energy-related disputes can arise, particularly when tenants feel bills are excessive or properties are poorly insulated. Here, we offer practical energy-saving tips for landlords and guidance on how to avoid disputes linked to energy use.
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