EPC Landlord Guide

The rules have changed. Rented homes must hit EPC C by 2030, the way EPCs are measured is being rebuilt, and penalties are rising. This free guide explains exactly where landlords stand and what to do.

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Energy performance rules for landlords in England and Wales were overhauled in the January 2026 Warm Homes Plan. This free guide brings you fully up to date - the single 2030 deadline, the new four-metric EPC system, the £10,000 cost cap, and the improvements that actually count. Plan ahead with confidence instead of guesswork.

In this free guide you'll learn:

  • When and how the EPC C minimum applies - the single 1 October 2030 deadline for all tenancies
  • How the new Home Energy Model changes what "EPC C" means, and why fabric comes first
  • What you can spend and claim - the £10,000 cost cap, what counts, and the grants available
  • How to avoid penalties of up to £30,000 with a clear, prioritised action plan

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