MEES, EPC’s and External Wall Insulation
How can I improve the EPC rating of my property? A lot of homeowners look to improve the value of their properties in terms of aesthetics – updating the kitchen, bathroom, etc., but people often overlook how much improving the…
Non-Domestic MEES Exemptions
Getting registered on the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) exemption list is going to be top of many landlords To-Do list now that the new standards have come into effect, but finding reliable information on how exactly to go about…
An Introduction to Non-Domestic Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES)
The Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards( MEES) are pretty simple; if you are a landlord who is responsible for letting properties in England or Wales then you need to ensure that the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) asset score of your rental…
8 Things you Didn’t Know About MEES
1. You might be eligible for an exemption If your EPC is below an E but you still want to let the property, you might be able to get an exemption from MEES. This is going to be an avenue…
How a Conservatory can Affect your EPC Rating
We have been getting enquiries regarding the impact of a conservatory on the Energy Performance Certificate EPC rating. With EPC ratings becoming more important for rental properties with the introduction of MEES legislation, we think it is a good time…
How to Get a MEES Exemption
Getting registered on the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) exemption list is going to be top of many landlords To-Do list now that the new standards have come into effect, but finding any information on how exactly to go about…
What are a Landlord’s Energy Obligations?
For many landlords, knowing what exactly performance standards they’re required to provide for their tenants is a bit of a minefield, especially with changing legislation and different rules for commercial and residential properties. Tenants too should be aware of exactly…
Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards
New Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) were introduced in April 2018 for commercial buildings. Commercial buildings were already required to have an energy efficiency rating from A (best) to G (worst); but now, the owners of the most inefficient properties…
Top 10 tips for improving your domestic EPC rating
Here are some useful tips on what makes a difference to your EPC rating and what you can do to boost that rating: Top up your loft insulation – this is one of the easiest and cheapest ways to improve your…
Energy Performance Certificates: Ten years on
The Energy Performance Certificate is 10 years old! EPCs were introduced on 1st August 2007 as a measure of the efficiency of homes and buildings. If you’re a private landlord and your EPC is more than 10 years old, you could…