Improve your property’s EPC rating with professionally installed energy efficiency upgrades. From insulation and heating improvements to renewable energy systems, we help Manchester homeowners reduce energy bills, increase comfort and work towards better EPC performance.
An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rates your property’s energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). A higher EPC rating generally means lower energy bills, a more comfortable home, and — for ratings D to G — potential eligibility for government grants. Improving your rating can also help landlords prepare for the EPC C requirement coming in 2030.
Upgrade to LED lighting
Install loft insulation
Improve wall insulation
Upgrade heating controls
Replace inefficient boilers
Consider renewable technologies such as heat pumps or solar panels
DIY or low cost — quick wins first
Payback often within 1–2 years
Where grant funding may apply
You cannot legally let a property rated below EPC E unless a valid exemption is registered. Penalties for non-compliance are currently up to £5,000 per property.
All privately rented homes in England and Wales must reach EPC C by 1 October 2030 — this applies to all tenancies, with no earlier staged deadline. Penalties rise to up to £30,000 per property per breach from 2030.
Cost cap: the confirmed cap is £10,000 per property (reduced proportionally for properties valued under £100,000) — if compliant improvements would cost more, you may register an exemption. Listed buildings where improvements would alter character, and consent refusals (tenant or freeholder), may also qualify. Exemptions must be registered on the official exemptions register.
| Property type | Typical EPC | Indicative cost | Potential funding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victorian Terrace | E | £3,000–£6,000 | ECO4 (if eligible) |
| 1930s Semi | D | £2,000–£4,000 | ECO4 (if eligible) |
| Detached Home | D | £4,000–£8,000 | ECO4 (if eligible) |
| Solid Wall Property | E/F | £8,000–£15,000 | ECO4 (if eligible) |
Levenshulme · Burnage · Withington
Typical EPC: E (around 52–55 points)
Measures often needed: loft insulation, cavity wall insulation (if a cavity exists), LED lighting, TRVs
Indicative cost: £3,000–£6,000 · ECO4: up to 100% if eligible
Your contribution: from £0 (if fully funded) up to £6,000
Stockport · Oldham · Droylsden
Typical EPC: D (around 60–65 points)
Measures often needed: loft insulation top-up, cavity wall insulation, LED lighting, TRVs
Indicative cost: £2,000–£4,000 · ECO4: up to 100% if eligible
Your contribution: from £0 (if fully funded) up to £4,000
Bramhall · Didsbury · Hale
Typical EPC: D (around 55–60 points)
Measures often needed: loft insulation, cavity wall insulation, boiler upgrade, LED lighting
Indicative cost: £4,000–£8,000 · ECO4: up to 100% if eligible
Your contribution: from £0 (if fully funded) up to £8,000
No cavity — typical Victorian
Typical EPC: E/F (around 40–50 points)
Measures often needed: EWI or IWI, loft insulation, heating controls, LED lighting
Indicative cost: £8,000–£15,000 · ECO4: up to 100% if eligible
Your contribution: from £0 (if fully funded) up to £15,000
Working to PAS 2035 — all work meets government standards
ECO4 and Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant specialists — we help you access funding if eligible
End-to-end service — from assessment to installation
Landlord compliance expertise — we understand MEES regulations and deadlines
Manchester local expertise — we know local property types
Free consultation and EPC assessment
The quickest ways to improve an EPC rating are upgrading to LED lighting, installing loft insulation, adding heating controls and draught-proofing doors and windows. These measures are relatively low-cost and can deliver immediate improvements to your property’s energy efficiency.
As an indicative guide, £3,000–£15,000 depending on property type. ECO4 may cover up to 100% of costs for eligible households — otherwise a contribution may be required. We confirm a fixed-price quote after a free assessment.
You may qualify if you receive qualifying benefits or meet ECO4 Flex criteria through your local authority. ECO4 covers insulation, heating upgrades and solar panels, subject to scheme conditions — contact us for a free eligibility check.
Yes. Replacing single glazing with double glazing typically improves an EPC rating by around 5–10 points, depending on the property.
Book a free consultation today — we will assess your EPC and recommend cost-effective improvements. Or simply contact us to discuss your EPC improvement requirements.
ECO4 scheme support·ECO4 and the Warm Homes Plan·Warm Homes Plan — register interest
