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By applying for Landlord's Energy Saving Allowance you could be improving your property, at no cost to yourself, and saving your tenants money on their energy bills.

What is the Landlord's Energy Saving Allowance? 

The Landlord's Energy Saving Allowance is a tax allowance of up to £1,500 per property for private landlords installing energy efficiency measures in their rented properties.

Advantages of the Landlord's Energy Saving Allowance

Energy efficiency measures are a win-win situation for landlords. They can add value to your property and improve its rental potential. Additionally, they can reduce running costs of the flat making it easier for your tenants to budget.

What is covered by the Landlord's Energy Saving Allowance?

The Landlord's Energy Saving Allowance allows you to claim against money spent on the following energy efficiency measures:

• loft insulation
• cavity wall insulation
• solid wall insulation
• draught-proofing
• hot water system insulation (tank and pipe lagging)
• floor insulation.

How do I claim Landlord's Energy Saving Allowance?

Although Landlord's Energy Saving Allowance has existed since 2004, many landlords don't know about it. It's easy to claim:

• simply install insulation in your rented property
• claim back expenditure of up to £1,500 per property
• fill in the relevant box on your tax return.

Contact your local tax office or check your tax return for further details, or download the factsheets on Landlord's Energy Saving Allowance from the Changeworks website.