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. In Tamworth, a town of around 80,000 people in Staffordshire, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Staffordshire, England
- Postcodes
- B77 and B79
- Location
- 14 miles north-east of Birmingham
- Pricing region
- West Midlands
What do EPC and energy upgrades in Tamworth involve?
- A post-works EPC through your assessor
- Double or secondary glazing
- Internal or external wall insulation
- Loft and roof insulation
- LED lighting
Which rules apply in Tamworth?
The rules below are the England-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Tamworth before we price.
- 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 can fine up to £7,000 where a Category 1 hazard is not removed when it reasonably could have been.
- A conversion can be a material change of use under the building regulations, so confirm with building control before work starts.
How much do EPC and energy upgrades cost in Tamworth?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loft insulation, whole house | £650 – £1,250 | £650 – £1,250 | house |
| Internal wall insulation | £60 – £100 | £60 – £100 | m² of wall |
Prices in Tamworth are shown with our regional adjustment for West Midlands (in line with the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 2–15 working days. If a council deadline applies in Tamworth, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Tamworth landlords need it?
Landlords in Tamworth most often ask us for this when:
- An EPC below the required minimum
- High bills in an all-inclusive rent
Questions about EPC and energy upgrades in Tamworth
Will insulation cause condensation?
Not if it is designed with ventilation and vapour control. We always pair insulation with suitable ventilation.
Which postcodes in Tamworth do you work in?
All of them, including B77 and B79, and the surrounding parts of Staffordshire.
Does a shared house in Tamworth need an HMO licence?
In England, a mandatory licence is needed for 5 or more people from 2 or more households. Smaller HMOs can need a licence where the council runs additional licensing, which is common in towns with many shared houses. Check the council’s website for the address.
How much do EPC and energy upgrades cost in Tamworth?
Our guide ranges for West Midlands 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 Tamworth
- Lichfield · 6 mi
- Sutton Coldfield · 7 mi
- Aldridge · 9 mi
- Burntwood · 10 mi
- Washwood Heath · 11 mi
- Swadlincote · 11 mi
- All of Staffordshire
Other HMO services in Tamworth
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Tamworth
- Full HMO refurbishment in Tamworth
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Tamworth
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Tamworth
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Tamworth
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Tamworth
- Extensions for extra rooms in Tamworth
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Tamworth