HMO energy upgrades improve the energy performance certificate (EPC) rating and cut running costs: loft and wall insulation, heating and controls, glazing, ventilation and lighting. Landlords in Manchester (M1, M2, M3 and M15) usually come to us with a council letter, a fire risk assessment or a house they have just bought. We price from whichever you have. With students as well as working sharers renting in Manchester, we plan bigger jobs for the gap between academic-year tenancies where we can.
- Area
- Greater Manchester, England
- Postcodes
- M1, M2, M3 and M15
- Council
- Manchester City Council
- Pricing region
- North West
What do EPC and energy upgrades in Manchester involve?
- Internal or external wall insulation
- Loft and roof insulation
- Double or secondary glazing
- Ventilation to control condensation
- LED lighting
Which rules apply in Manchester?
Here is what usually applies to a Manchester job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Rented homes must currently meet at least EPC E, with a £3,500 spending cap. The government plans EPC C by October 2030, subject to legislation.
- Councils assess hazards, including damp, mould and fire, under the HHSRS; revised regulations and guidance applied from 23 June 2026.
- Building regulations cover structural changes, new partitions, ensuite drainage, fire-resisting construction and notifiable electrical work.
- Councils can fine up to £7,000 where a Category 1 hazard is not removed when it reasonably could have been.
Manchester City Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force across the council area City-wide Article 4 Direction (C3 to C4): planning permission needed to let a house to 3+ unrelated people; direction notice 8 Oct 2010, in force 8 Oct 2011. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | No scheme found |
| Selective licensing | In force in part of the council area Street-level selective licensing in parts of wards: 1 May 2022-30 Apr 2027 (Clayton & Openshaw, Gorton & Abbey Hey, Harpurhey); 9 Aug 2023-8 Aug 2028 (Longsight, Rusholme, Levenshulme, Moss Side, Whalley Range); from 24 Feb 2025 (parts of Cheetham, Crumpsall, Harpurhey, Longsight, Miles Platting & Newton Heath, Moss Side). |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Manchester before you buy or start work. Source: Manchester City Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do EPC and energy upgrades cost in Manchester?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loft insulation, whole house | £650 – £1,250 | £620 – £1,200 | house |
| Internal wall insulation | £60 – £100 | £60 – £100 | m² of wall |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Manchester can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Allow 2–15 working days on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
For student houses in Manchester, booking by spring is the safest way to make the summer gap.
When do Manchester landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- High bills in an all-inclusive rent
- An EPC below the required minimum
Questions about EPC and energy upgrades in Manchester
Will insulation cause condensation?
Not if it is designed with ventilation and vapour control. We always pair insulation with suitable ventilation.
Which postcodes in Manchester do you work in?
All of them, including M1, M2, M3 and M15, and the surrounding parts of Greater Manchester.
Which council covers HMOs in Manchester?
Manchester is covered by Manchester City Council. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
How much do EPC and energy upgrades cost in Manchester?
Our guide ranges for North West are in the table on this page, and the guide-price tool gives a figure for your house. A fixed written quote follows a free site visit.
EPC and energy upgrades near Manchester
- Salford · 2 mi
- Old Trafford · 3 mi
- Failsworth · 3 mi
- Droylsden · 4 mi
- Stretford · 4 mi
- Eccles · 4 mi
- All of Greater Manchester
Other HMO services in Manchester
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Manchester
- Full HMO refurbishment in Manchester
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Manchester
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Manchester
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Manchester
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Manchester
- Extensions for extra rooms in Manchester
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Manchester