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The 2030 rule that changes what "compliant" means.

From 1 October 2030, every rented property in England and Wales needs an EPC C or a valid exemption — up from the current E minimum. Certificates lodged before October 2029 stay valid under today's simpler system for up to 10 years, so acting now can mean skipping the tougher assessment method altogether.

Now
EPC E minimum
Oct 2029
Lock in under current system
Oct 2030
EPC C required to let
52%
of privately rented properties are currently rated below C
£6,100–£6,800
average government-estimated upgrade cost per property
£10,000
cost cap per property before an exemption applies
Why act before 2029, not 2030

Waiting means the harder assessment

A new methodology (the Home Energy Model) is being phased in and becomes compulsory from October 2029. Properties that already hold an EPC C under today's system before then stay compliant until that certificate expires — some landlords could be covered for years without touching the new rules at all.

Avoid the last-minute rush

As 2030 approaches, demand for assessors and tradespeople will spike. Booking now means better availability and prices before the crowd.

Know your real number early

A pre-assessment tells you exactly how far each property is from a C, and what specifically would close the gap.

Protect against rental voids

Non-compliant properties can't legally be let from October 2030. Sorting it early avoids a scramble that could take a property off the market.

One partner, whole portfolio

We track every property's rating and expiry date for you, so nothing is left to a spreadsheet you forgot to check.

How we help

Portfolio-ready, not just certificate-ready

Built for landlords managing more than one property across the North West.

HEALTH CHECK

Portfolio EPC audit

We pull the current rating and expiry date for every property you own, so you know exactly where you stand against the 2030 deadline.

PRE-ASSESSMENT

Improvement roadmap

For anything below a C, we assess what specifically would close the gap — insulation, glazing, heating — with realistic cost ranges.

ONGOING

Expiry reminders

We flag every certificate before it lapses, so re-assessment happens on your schedule, not as a last-minute scramble.

Portfolio pricing

Volume discount, same fixed-price honesty

Per-property pricing follows our standard rates — with a discount once you're booking across a portfolio.

1–2 properties
Standard rate
3–9 properties
10% off
10+ properties
15% off
Get a portfolio audit

See where your properties stand

Tell us a bit about your portfolio and we'll come back with a clear picture of what's compliant, what isn't, and what it'll take.

You'll choose how to send it — no app forced open
Prefer to talk first? Call 07533 916581 or email hello@m6epc.co.uk.