Landlords are on a tight deadline to improve the energy efficiency of their properties by 2025, following the recent changes made by the Government.
Changes to the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard or ‘MEES’ Regulations will soon impact and increase the minimum energy performance threshold needed to rent out a domestic property.
Derek Johnson, Head of Building Surveying at Sillence Hurn Building Consultancy, explains: “At present, around 40% of homes in England are currently rated an EPC (energy performance rated) C or above.