Found this very interesting link to read for energy assessors or those wishing to enter the property industry.   http://www.energyassessormagazine.co.uk/Pages/default.aspx

CLG_Clarification_of_EPCs__Holiday_Lets   For those who are unsure about renting out a holiday let.   Downloaded from the accreditation site.    

Is your home loosing heat? Are you paying too much on your fuel bills? Would you like to save money? Would you like to keep warm? If you have said yes to these questions then read on!! If you are in receipt of benefits or state pension you can get this done for free. If [...]

Individual house/dwelling (i.e. a self contained property with its own kitchen/bathroom facilities) – one EPC for the dwelling. Self contained flats (i.e. each behind its own front door with its own kitchen/bathroom facilities) – one EPC per flat. Bedsits or room lets where there is a shared kitchen, toilet and/or bathroom) – noEPC is required [...]

What is the Green Deal Scheme?? From October 2012, the UK government will introduce the green deal scheme. The scheme will enable property owners to upgrade and improve energy efficiency improvements, such as Cavity Wall Insulation, loft insulation, solid wall insulation, condensing boilers, floor insulation, draught proofing, energy efficient glazing and insulated doors, electric storage [...]