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EPC Upgrade ROI Calculator

Find out how much you could save and earn by improving your rental property's EPC rating. See payback period, rental uplift, and 10-year net returns.

Free to useUpdated March 2026

Step 1: Your Property

Band D properties must reach band C by 2030 under proposed MEES rules.

Affects installation costs (larger or older properties cost more).

Step 2: Current Energy Costs

Using: £2,000/year as your current annual energy cost.

Step 3: Select Planned Upgrades

Tick each upgrade you plan to carry out. Adjust costs to match your quotes.

Loft Insulation

Top up or install 270mm mineral wool insulation in the loft

+10 SAP pts-15% bills

Cavity Wall Insulation

Fill cavity walls with mineral wool or bead insulation

+8 SAP pts-12% bills

Solid Wall Insulation

Internal or external solid wall insulation for pre-1930s homes

+12 SAP pts-18% bills

Double Glazing

Replace single or old double glazing with modern A-rated units

+5 SAP pts-8% bills

Air Source Heat Pump

Replace gas or oil boiler with an air source heat pump

+15 SAP pts-22% bills

Solar PV Panels

3.5kWp solar panel system with export tariff benefits

+15 SAP pts-20% bills

LED Lighting

Replace all fixed lighting with low-energy LED fittings

+3 SAP pts-4% bills

Draught Proofing

Seal gaps around doors, windows, and floorboards

+3 SAP pts-5% bills

Select at least one upgrade to calculate your ROI.

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