Deadline: All private rented properties in England and Wales must reach a minimum EPC rating of C by 1 October 2030.
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Energy assessor in Lincolnshire, done properly.
I'm Louise Taylor — a qualified Domestic Energy Assessor, legionella risk assessor and member of the Association of Independent Inventory Clerks. Fast, fairly priced EPCs and property compliance for homeowners, landlords and agents.
Your local energy assessor covering Billingborough, Sleaford, Caythorpe, Boston and surrounding areas of Lincolnshire.
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Call 07951 368438 or email louisetaylorepc@gmail.com
What I do
Three services that keep a property legal, safe and protected
EPCs for sales & lettings
A qualified DEA assessment of your property's envelope, boiler, hot water system and lighting, lodged on the national register.
More about EPCs →Landlord duty of careLegionella checks for landlords
A full assessment of the water system in your rental property, with clear, practical control measures and a written record.
More about legionella →AIIC memberInventory & check-out reports
Independent, photographic evidence of the condition of a rental property before the tenant takes possession.
More about inventories →Service one
Energy Performance Certificates
An EPC is a legal document. Every property going on the market to sell or to rent must have a valid, up-to-date certificate — and once issued it lasts ten years.
As a qualified Domestic Energy Assessor I survey the property envelope along with the boiler, heating controls, hot and cold water systems, insulation, glazing and lighting, then measure and record the construction details. Your certificate is lodged on the national EPC register, usually within 24 hours of the visit.
Selling a property
A valid EPC must be in place when the property is marketed. A better rating makes a home more appealing to buyers.
Letting a property
Rental properties in England and Wales need a rating of E or above for new tenancies and renewals.
After improvements
New insulation, windows or a new boiler? An updated EPC shows the benefit of the work you've paid for.
Grants and incentives
Government schemes and funding routes routinely require an up-to-date EPC before they'll consider an application.
Service two
Legionella Risk Assessments
Legionella is a serious bacteria — in the wrong conditions it kills. Landlords have a legal duty under health and safety law to assess and control the risk of legionella in the water systems of the properties they let.
A risk assessment isn't a certificate you buy once and forget; it's how you show the risk has been considered and managed. I inspect the hot and cold water systems, storage, temperatures, dead legs, showers and outlets, then provide a written assessment with straightforward control measures you and your tenant can follow.
- Full inspection of hot and cold water systems, tanks and cylinders
- Temperature checks at representative outlets
- Identification of dead legs, little-used outlets and stagnation risk
- Practical, plain-English control measures for you and your tenant
- Written report you can keep on file as evidence of your duty of care
Service three · AIIC member
Inventories & Schedules of Condition
As a member of the Association of Independent Inventory Clerks, I prepare impartial, photographic reports on the condition of a rental property before a tenant takes possession. It's the evidence that protects both landlord and tenant if a deposit is ever disputed.
Inventory & check-in
A detailed schedule of condition covering every room, fixture, fitting, appliance, décor, cleanliness and meter reading, with dated photographs.
Mid-term visits
A brief interim report confirming how the property is being looked after, giving you early warning of anything that needs attention.
Check-out reports
A like-for-like comparison against the original inventory, clearly separating fair wear and tear from damage.
About Louise
Qualified, accredited and genuinely thorough
After a long stretch of college and professional training, three qualifications have come together at once — Domestic Energy Assessor, legionella risk assessor and independent inventory clerk. That means one visit, one point of contact and one person who knows your property, instead of three separate appointments to arrange.
Every report is prepared personally, explained in plain English, and turned around quickly so you're never held up marketing a property or starting a tenancy.
I cover Billingborough and surrounding areas, including Sleaford, Caythorpe and Boston. Appointments are booked directly with me, so you get a local assessor who knows the area rather than a national call centre.
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What clients say
“Louise Taylor was professional, polite and friendly throughout the appointment. She explained the whole procedure in a clear and concise manner which I found very reassuring. Louise conducted a detailed and meticulous inspection of my property and I am a totally satisfied Customer. I would definitely recommend her services.”
“Louise was excellent. She was very kind, knowledgeable and respectful of our property. She offered advice and explained what she was doing and the process throughout the meeting. I would highly recommend Louise, a lovely lady doing a brilliant job. Thank you.”
“Very friendly and helpful service. Was happy to explain what would happen and how the process worked, which made it very simple to understand and get things ready for when they arrived. Would recommend to anyone who needs their EPC renewing!!!”
“Fantastic approach from Louise. Contacted me upfront and gave me a list of items to look at before the assessment which will help to achieve better scores. Very punctual and also kept me very informed about the process. Highly recommend.”
“Louise sorted our EPC assessment for us — she is incredibly knowledgable and super efficient. Fantastic service, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to others.”
“Louise's inventories are thorough & diligent. She communicates clearly and kept us regularly updated. Her industry knowledge is very helpful and her friendly, professional can-do approach towards her clients is refreshing. Would highly recommend.”
“We found Louise to be extremely professional and respectful of our home and my 3 dogs (who loved her). Louise explained everything she was doing and happily answered any questions that we had. We can highly recommend Louise and if I ever move again I will be back in touch.”
“Fantastic service from Louise. Very quick, communication all the way through and very professional. Would definitely recommend.”
“Louise was amazing! She was friendly, considerate and really thorough in her work. She even went the extra mile, dropping the keys to me once she was finished so that my son could continue playing.”
“Really pleased with the service from Louise in relation to the energy rating certificate for our Father's bungalow. Arrived on time and explained everything then produced the certificate promptly and at a reasonable price. Would recommend Louise to anyone requiring a EPC certificate.”
“Louise was thorough, professional and tidy, she worked quietly and politely — I would highly recommend her service.”
“Very nice, great communication, very prompt, excellent service all-round. Many thanks.”
“Louise is amazing lady who knows the boundaries and will always ask if she can do whatever it takes to get her job done. Well mannered and polite.”
“Louise was brilliant. Professional, thorough and kept us informed all the way through.”
“Very professional and knowledgeable.”
“Very professionally done.”
FAQs
Common questions
Ten years. If your property already has a valid EPC within that period, you usually don't need a new one — unless you've made improvements and want the rating updated.
Landlord compliance
EPC rating C deadline: 1 October 2030
From 1 October 2030, all private rented properties in England and Wales must have a valid Energy Performance Certificate rated C or above. Here's what landlords need to know — and how to get ready in good time.
Deadline FAQs
From 1 October 2030, all private rented properties in England and Wales must have a valid Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rated C or above. This applies to both new and existing tenancies.
What landlords must do
- Check the property's current EPC rating and expiry date
- Plan cost-effective improvements such as insulation, heating or glazing
- Arrange a fresh EPC assessment after any major works
- Register any exemptions with the correct evidence
- Keep records of assessments, works and exemption decisions
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Tell me a little about the property and which service you need, and I'll come back to you with a price and the next available appointment.