Landlords
Making sure a privately let property is well insulated and has adequate heating can have many benefits:
- Tenants will we warmer and more comfortable and the property will be cheaper and easier to heat.
- The property will be more appealing to future tenants so easier to let, reducing empty periods
- There are likely to me less complaints and repair requests from tenants
- The risk of damp, condensation and mould will be reduced in the property
- Energy Performance Certificate ratings will be improved
- Help the environment by helping to prevent climate change.
- Landlords can claim on their tax return against the cost of buying and installing energy saving items through the Landlord's Energy Saving Allowance (LESA). For more information on this click here
You or your tenants may qualify for grants or discount schemes for insulation and heating for a property. Contact the Energy Saving Trust advice centre to find out more on free phone 0800 512012
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PLEA is a local authority initiative that is managed by Energy Action Devon, aiming to increase the uptake of energy efficiency measures and installation of effective heating by private sector landlords. Click here for more information and to find out if the scheme is operating in your area.