Private rental EPC rules tighten as UK landlords face £10k cap
New consultation proposes raising minimum EPC rating to C for private rentals by 2030, with a £10,000 cost cap. What it means for tenants and landlords.
New consultation proposes raising minimum EPC rating to C for private rentals by 2030, with a £10,000 cost cap. What it means for tenants and landlords.
Four people have been arrested in a £44m ECO4 insulation fraud investigation. What it means for homeowners applying for grants under the scheme.
A 'tired' Hampshire house faces demolition for an eco home. We weigh costs, EPC gains, planning hurdles, and whether retrofit beats rebuild for UK homeowners.
The Great British Insulation Scheme offers free cavity wall and loft insulation for some homes. But eligibility is tight, and the real savings are modest.
Solar installations are soaring across the UK. We analyse the costs, EPC benefits, and grants for homeowners considering panels in 2025.
A magazine founder's four-bed eco-home recommended for approval in Suffolk signals a planning shift. We analyse what this means for EPC ratings, costs, and grants.
Staffordshire County Council's Warmer Home Grant offers free insulation and heating upgrades. We analyse the costs, EPC impact, and eligibility for UK homeowners.
Ofgem's 7% price cap cut saves the typical household £122 a year. But standing charges barely budge. What it means for your EPC and eco-upgrade plans.
Ofgem's April 2026 price cap cuts unit rates but standing charges stay high. We analyse the impact on UK homeowners and how insulation, solar, and heat pumps can reduce bills.
New net zero rules for EPC ratings could widen the gap between energy-efficient and inefficient homes. We analyse the costs, grants, and what homeowners can do now.