EPC Update

Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) - Update

Since 2008 EPCs have been a legal requirement for sales and lettings property transactions and all will need to be renewed on their expiry (after 10 years). In April 2018 these requirements were updated to enforce a minimum energy performance rating of E for all new and renewed tenancies.

Soon these will apply to all existing tenancies and from April 2020 it will be against the law to rent a property without an EPC rated A to E inclusive. A few exemptions apply.

Feel free to contact us with any questions or to arrange for a Domestic Energy Assessor to produce a new certificate for your property. Search your EPC rating by clicking the button below.

Gas Safety Week

Gas Safety Week - Awareness

Did you know that 1 in 5 homes in the UK have unsafe gas appliances according to the latest inspection figures? This week the property industry is focused on raising awareness for gas safety in residential properties. The law has been In place and updated since The Gas Safety (Installations & Use) Regulations 1998 for England & Wales. You must have your rental property checked every year by a Gas Safe Registered Engineer.

Homeowners can also make sure that they are living in a gas safe property by having a check done at home and watching out for these five key signs that something might be wrong. Find out what to look for and more information by clicking the button below.

Section 21 Changes

Section 21 Changes - Discussion

The potential change in the Housing Act could mean more security for tenants. This discussion features the possible impacts this will have on tenants and landlords highlighting the type of notices to be used to end a tenancy.

As tenants as well as landlords, we are thinking positively and always look forward to a tenant renewing their tenancy and staying for longer. If this is the outcome then things are looking up. See the full discussion via the link below.

How To Rent Guide

How To Rent Guide - Update

A new How To Rent Guide was published on the 7th August 2019. This government introduced checklist for the rental of residential property in England includes minor updates and should be familiar to landlords and tenants by now.

With useful tips and frequently asked questions this continues to prove useful and gives simple advice on Fees, Deposits, Paperwork and Responsibilities. Download your free copy using the link below.