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Propertymark supports smart meter awareness week 2023
The annual campaign runs from 30 October to 5 November and is designed to give domestic and commercial renters, landlords and letting agents a better understanding of the benefits of the technology, and encourage more people to have them installed. Smart meters are a part of UK Government plans for a smart energy system that will support carbon emissions cuts.
Fact sheet: Spray foam installation
Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF), commonly referred to as spray foam, is a liquid material used to insulate homes. An alternative to traditional building insulation, it's especially advantageous for improving energy efficiency through insulating difficult and tight spaces. However, consumers should carefully consider the impact it can have on valuations, lenders decisions and surveys.
Propertymark issues representation ahead of Autumn Budget
With a General Election on the horizon, the UK Government has an opportunity to support landlords, tenants, and property agents with the impact of the cost of living through welfare reform, bring down energy bills by improving the energy efficiency of homes and reducing the tax burden on landlords and investors to tackle the demand the crisis in the private rented sector.
Boiler Upgrade Scheme proposals fail to address well-known flaws
With EPC targets for domestic properties now scrapped, the UK Government’s objectives around net zero remain unchanged, therefore, it is important that financial incentives are introduced so that landlords and homeowners adopt energy efficiency measures in their homes. However, the introduction of the Boiler Upgrade Scheme and subsequent inquiry have questioned the effectiveness of existing support.