What do Energy Performance Certificates mean for Tenants?
The energy efficiency of a property to let is measured by using the same calculations for all homes, houses and flats to rent. This allows Tenants to make an informed decision when they come to selecting a property to rent. A higher energy efficient property may be cheaper to run when calculating the cost of heating and fuel bills. As a tenant, if you are interested in renting a property then an EPC must be made available to you free of charge by either the Landlord or the Letting Agent. An EPC is only required for a rental property which is self-contained, and is valid for 10 years. An EPC isn’t required when you rent a room and share facilities.
