Landlord EPC guides: start with the rule, then the plan
These landlord EPC guides explain the rule, the cost cap, the likely cost of upgrades, the grants and the wider compliance duties. Each is dated and sourced. Read them in the order below, or go straight to the question you need answered.
Last checked: 22 October 2026. The EPC C by 2030 rule is confirmed government policy, not yet law. Legislation is targeted for 2027.
Landlord guides: how to use this page
These landlord guides answer one question each, so you can find an answer fast. If you are new to the rule, read the first group in order. If you manage a portfolio, jump to the agent guides.
Each page tells you how sure we are. We label every statement about the EPC rules as in force, confirmed government policy or proposed, with the date. That label matters, because policy can change before it becomes law.
EPC C guides for landlords: the rule
Begin with what the 2030 rule says and what it does not yet say. Our EPC C 2030 guide sets out the dates, the legal status and the steps to take now.
Then read the cost cap and exemptions guide. It explains the spending limit, the exemptions and what proof a landlord should keep.
Our Renters' Rights Act and EPC guide covers how tenancy reform meets the energy rules.
Landlord EPC guides: cost and upgrades
Next, find what it may cost. Our cost of reaching EPC C guide shows the usual measures and what drives the price.
The guide to improving the EPC rating of a rented property lists the measures in a sensible order. Use our Will my property reach C? tool for a first estimate.
If you think the certificate is wrong, read our challenge your EPC guide before you spend anything.
Landlord grant guides
Grants change quickly, so check these before you commit. Our grants for landlords guide lists schemes and who qualifies.
Greater Manchester landlords should also read the Warm Homes Local Grant guide. It explains how the local scheme works for private rented homes.
Landlord compliance guides
The energy rules sit alongside other landlord duties. Our landlord compliance checklist lists the safety and paperwork duties in one place.
Landlords of shared houses should read the HMO landlord compliance guide. The Good Landlord Charter guide explains the Greater Manchester standard.
Guides for letting agents
Agents manage the paperwork for many landlords. Our letting agents page explains how to book surveys for a whole portfolio. The portfolio gap report shows which homes need attention first. The landlord letter pack helps you explain the rule to clients.
Guides by service
Each service page explains one measure in depth. Start with the services overview, which orders the work fabric first. For room-by-room work, see the refurbishment page.
Guides by situation
Match your situation to the guide that helps most.
- You own one rented home and have not checked the EPC: begin with the EPC C 2030 guide.
- Your EPC is D or below: read the cost guide, then the improvement guide.
- You think the EPC is wrong: read the challenge guide first.
- You let a shared house: read the HMO guide and the compliance checklist.
- You manage lettings for others: read the letting agents pages.
How we keep the guides accurate
Every guide shows a last-checked date and links to official sources. When a rule or grant changes, we update the guide and its date at once. Guides are reviewed by a Level 7 Senior Construction Manager (MCIOB). See our editorial policy.
Who delivers the work
Compliant Lets is a trading name of LAMTANS Holdings Ltd. LAMTANS Engineering Ltd delivers the work and holds PAS 2030 and PAS 2035.
Sources
- GOV.UK: Improving the energy performance of privately rented homes, government response, checked 22 October 2026
- GOV.UK: Your landlord's safety responsibilities, checked 22 October 2026
Designed & developed by LAMTANS Technologies LLC, USA — part of the LAMTANS Group
Frequently asked questions
Which guide should I read first?
Start with the EPC C 2030 guide. It sets out the rule and its legal status.
Are the guides legal advice?
No. They explain the rules and link to official sources. Ask a solicitor about your own case.
How often are the guides updated?
Each shows a last-checked date. We update at once when a rule or grant changes.
Where can I check my EPC?
Use the government EPC register, or our EPC check page.
Are the grant guides current?
Each lists the checked date and the source. Always confirm with the scheme before you apply.
Do you have guides for letting agents?
Yes. See the letting agents page and its portfolio tools.