From October 1, 2008 a new law was introduced that all apartments for rent by the need to establish a European Private Company. As the landlord / lady, you will be responsible for the purchase of the EPC and it should be easy for your tenants. So, What is an EPC and why is it so important?

Understanding the EPC

EPC is the abbreviation for "Energy Performance Certificate" and it basically shows landlords, tenants and letting agents of the energy efficiency of a home. The certificate is a note of the house and usually that is from A to G. A is the best result that a house can receive, and it means that the house has an excellent energy efficiency. In these days the average earnings of a house in Britain is D.

The main reason why it's important that a European private company, because there are in these days of concern about how much energy is wasted per household. The planet is in trouble and global warming is a pretty big problem in the world. So that the government tries to our consciousness, how much energy we are all using and what can be done about it. Due to see how energy efficient your house is, it will help you to determine whether improvements should be made.

EPC and Rental

As already mentioned, the EPC of all landlords under the laws changed in October 2008. An EPC as soon as it is for 10 years. During this time, you can choose to make improvements at home, so they are more energy efficient and then a new EPC can.
If you plan to leave your house, then you need to view the EPG specialist for the rental of offices. They are not always in their advertising for new tenants, but if the result is quite good, then they could earn more rent.

As people increasingly aware of energy efficiency, many tenants may be willing to pay a little extra per month to live in a property increase of energy efficiency. This is because it is not only good for the environment, but to increase energy efficiency at home, the more money will be saved on electricity and other bills.

A specialist letting agency in a position to help you get the information you need in terms of EPC. It should be noted that if you only plan to rent a room, you will not need an EPC. It is only required if the tenant will be living alone in the property.

Overall, if you made the decision for you to your house, you should consult with a specialist rental agency to help you to EPC. Rental agencies can be very helpful, and they will help you to use the EPC to your advantage, as well as the care of the entire process of renting.

Your e-mail questions to Rental Home Ms R Bukhari, your specialist with Belvoir Rentals Rentals, on http://www.belvoirlettings.com/manchesterchorlton or call direct: (161) 861-7520 or e-mail your questions to: manchesterchorlton@belvoirlettings.com