https://truescoreepc.co.uk Energy Performance Certificate, MEES regulation and landlord compliance guidance from Max, Elmhurst Energy accredited Domestic Energy Assessor based in Dorset. en-gb True Score EPC Limited max@truescoreepc.co.uk (Max) max@truescoreepc.co.uk (Max) Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/free-energy-grants-homeowners-2026 https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/free-energy-grants-homeowners-2026 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Every free energy grant available to homeowners in England and Wales in 2026. ECO4, Boiler Upgrade Scheme, Warm Homes Local Grant explained - who qualifies, what you get, and how to apply in Bournemouth, Poole and Dorset. https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/how-to-improve-epc-rating https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/how-to-improve-epc-rating Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Which improvements actually raise your EPC rating, which cost the least, what to do first, and how to use government grants to fund upgrades in Bournemouth, Poole and Dorset. https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/eco4-grants-homeowners-tenants-2026 https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/eco4-grants-homeowners-tenants-2026 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT ECO4 has been extended to December 2026 - the final year to claim free insulation and heating improvements. Who qualifies, what you get, how to apply, and what replaces it from 2027 in Bournemouth, Poole and Dorset. https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/boiler-upgrade-scheme-landlords-dorset https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/boiler-upgrade-scheme-landlords-dorset Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT The Boiler Upgrade Scheme offers landlords £7,500 toward a heat pump with no means test. Who qualifies, what properties are eligible, how to apply, and why it matters for Bournemouth, Poole and rural Dorset landlords preparing for 2030. https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/government-grants-landlords-2026 https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/government-grants-landlords-2026 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Every government energy grant available to landlords in England and Wales in 2026. ECO4, Boiler Upgrade Scheme, Warm Homes Local Grant explained - who qualifies, how much you get, and how to apply in Bournemouth, Poole and Dorset. https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/home-energy-model-epc-explained https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/home-energy-model-epc-explained Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT The Home Energy Model replaces the current EPC methodology from late 2027. What it measures, how it differs from RdSAP, what it means for Dorset landlords and sellers, and why acting before 2029 matters. https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/epc-advice-poole-landlords https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/epc-advice-poole-landlords Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Practical EPC guidance for landlords across Poole BH12-BH17. Typical ratings by area, what the 2030 rules mean for Poole landlords, and how to book a same-day assessment from £60. https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/epc-advice-bournemouth-landlords https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/epc-advice-bournemouth-landlords Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Practical EPC guidance for landlords across Bournemouth BH1-BH11. What ratings are typical in Boscombe, Winton, Charminster and Moordown, what the 2030 rules mean locally, and how to book a same-day assessment. https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/what-happens-during-epc-assessment https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/what-happens-during-epc-assessment Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT What to expect when a Domestic Energy Assessor visits your property. What they check, how long it takes, what to have ready, and why preparation matters for your final rating. https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/what-is-an-epc https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/what-is-an-epc Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Learn what an EPC is, what it includes, who needs one, how it works, and why it matters for property owners and landlords across Bournemouth, Poole and Dorset. https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/how-much-does-an-epc-cost https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/how-much-does-an-epc-cost Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Clear EPC pricing guide for Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch and Dorset. Flats from £60, houses from £75. Fixed prices, no travel fees, no VAT. What affects cost and how to avoid overpaying. https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/how-long-does-an-epc-last https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/how-long-does-an-epc-last Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT An EPC is valid for 10 years in the UK. Find out when you need a new one, when to renew early, and how to check if your EPC is still valid in Bournemouth, Poole or Dorset. https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/epc-requirements-landlords-2026 https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/epc-requirements-landlords-2026 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Complete guide to EPC rules for landlords in England and Wales. Current MEES minimum E rating, the new EPC C requirement by 2030, fines, exemptions, and what Dorset landlords must do now. https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/warm-homes-plan-landlords https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/warm-homes-plan-landlords Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT The January 2026 Warm Homes Plan confirmed EPC C for all rentals by October 2030. What it means for Bournemouth, Poole and Dorset landlords, the £10,000 cost cap, grants available, and what to do now. https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/how-to-get-an-epc https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/how-to-get-an-epc Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Step-by-step guide to getting an EPC in the UK. How to book, what happens during the assessment, what to have ready, and how to get a same-day EPC in Bournemouth or Poole from £60. https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/epc-c-by-2030-guide https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/epc-c-by-2030-guide Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT All rental properties must reach EPC C by October 2030. What it costs, which improvements work, what grants are available, and what Bournemouth and Poole landlords with D and E-rated properties should do right now. https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/can-you-sell-without-an-epc https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/can-you-sell-without-an-epc Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Can you sell a house without an EPC in the UK? The legal requirements explained for sellers in Bournemouth, Poole and Dorset. When you need one, exemptions, and how to get one fast. https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/epc-ratings-property-value https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/epc-ratings-property-value Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Higher EPC ratings now correlate with faster sales and stronger prices across Bournemouth and Poole. How energy efficiency affects property value in Dorset and what sellers and landlords should know. https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/older-dorset-homes-epc-ratings https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/older-dorset-homes-epc-ratings Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Victorian and Edwardian properties across Bournemouth, Poole and Dorset consistently produce D and E EPC ratings. Why this happens, which construction features cause it, and what improvements actually work. https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/how-to-check-your-epc-online https://truescoreepc.co.uk/blog/how-to-check-your-epc-online Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT How to check any property's EPC rating online in seconds. Use the free government EPC register or True Score EPC's checker to find current ratings, expiry dates and certificates for any UK property.