Private rented sector
Plan for EPC C
Protect rentability & cut tenant bills
The government's 2025 consultation signals higher PRS standards by 2030. We help North West landlords design, fund and deliver upgrades now — with minimal disruption, PAS 2035 compliance, and clear evidence packs.
What's changing?
- Proposals to lift PRS efficiency to an EPC-C equivalent by 2030.
- Updated assessment approach likely (fabric + system performance).
- Acting early reduces void risk and protects rentability as standards tighten.
Note: proposals consulted Feb–May 2025; final legislation pending. We'll align works to the confirmed timeline.
Why act now (before it’s mandatory)
- Avoid future voids: Get ahead of rentability constraints as standards tighten.
- Portfolio planning: Spread upgrades across cycles/voids with minimal disruption.
- Lower running costs: Warmer homes cut bills → fewer arrears, better retention.
- Grant-first approach: GBIS/ECO4 where eligible and BUS for suitable low-carbon heating.
- Evidence packs: PAS 2035 design, commissioning, photos & certificates.
Typical landlord upgrade pathway
- 1) Portfolio triage — rank addresses by EPC and quick wins.
- 2) Retrofit assessment — PAS 2035 whole-house plan per property.
- 3) Funding route — GBIS/ECO4/BUS + any local schemes.
- 4) Install & QA — scheduled around tenants/voids.
- 5) Handover — evidence pack + agent/tenant guidance.
Funding routes for landlords
GBIS
Great British Insulation Scheme: insulation-first upgrades that quickly lift EPC. Broader eligibility than ECO4.
Learn more →ECO4
Benefit/eligibility-linked, whole-house approach — insulation and heating for qualifying households.
Learn more →BUS (Heat Pumps)
Grants up to £7,500 for suitable low-carbon heating; best paired with fabric upgrades for EPC gains.
Learn more →Eligibility varies by property, occupants and local delivery rules — we’ll validate the optimal route per address.
Book a free landlord survey
Tell us about your rentals and we’ll confirm eligibility, create a funding-first plan, and schedule works around tenants/voids.
- North West coverage — Blackpool, Fleetwood, Southport, Preston, Lancaster & beyond
- TrustMark accredited, PAS 2035, evidence packs included
- Dedicated portfolio coordinator
Check portfolio eligibility
Use the form to start your landlord assessment. We’ll map funding routes (GBIS/ECO4/BUS) and prioritise quick wins.