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Linda Saunders Estate Agents, 45 High Street, Bridgwater (2026)

03/04/2026

Three rooms left.

Linda Saunders Estate Agents - Bridgwater present this 5 bedroom house share to rent in Campion Way, Bridgwater, TA5

03/04/2026

Happy Easter everyone. I hope you enjoy the extended weekend.

11/02/2026

One en suite room available with parking. 📞 01278 425242.

Linda Saunders Estate Agents - Bridgwater present this 4 bedroom house share to rent in Sunnybank Road, Bridgwater, TA6

11/02/2026

How about a one bedroom cottage. Fully furnished and just a few miles from Quantock Lakes HOC bus pick. Our client is looking for an engineer or similar. Bills are extra and full details are in the advert. 📞 01278 425242 in office hours. Or 01278 554370 after 5pm. Don't miss out!

Linda Saunders Estate Agents - Bridgwater present this 1 bedroom cottage to rent in Marsh Mill Farm, Over Stowey, TA5

11/02/2026

Our latest new FOUR room HMO. Rooms start from £150 per week. So if you're four mates not wanting to share with strangers..... 📞 01278 425242. Office hours or 01278 554370 after 5pm.

Linda Saunders Estate Agents - Bridgwater present this 4 bedroom terraced house to rent in Devonshire Street, Bridgwater, TA6

03/02/2026

EPC UPDATE

The government announcement on its Warm Homes Plan is a welcome dose of common sense but will still be a challenging hurdle for many landlords. My view is that the 'intended' consequence is to remove yet more private landlords from the sector, to be replaced by Social and Corporate housing providers. In other words, this movement isn't really about energy efficiency.

Landlords will now be required to ensure all their properties have a minimum C rating on their Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) by 2030.

There will be a cap on how much they are expected to spend to improve their grades reduced to £10,000.

This can be seen as a stepping back from unrealistic expectations landlords had been facing before energy secretary Ed Miliband’s announcement on Wednesday.

However, the challenge to upgrade millions of homes in the space of less than five years is still significant.

Without further flexibility and support, there is a real risk that good intentions will translate into reduced investment and fewer homes available to rent.

Our top two tips for landlords looking to future-proof rental properties before the deadline:

1. Plan for the single 2030 deadline

The removal of the 2028 deadline for new tenancies provides much-needed breathing room, but it isn’t an invitation to delay.

Every rental property, regardless of the length of the tenancy, must be compliant by October 2030.

Any energy efficiency improvements made from October 2025 onwards will count toward the new £10,000 cost cap.

If you are acquiring an older property today with a D or E rating, it is wise to factor these upgrades into your initial financial planning.

Many proactive landlords are utilising bridging finance to carry out these works during void periods now.

This allows you to secure the C rating early, avoid the inevitable surge in contractor demand as 2030 approaches, and potentially command higher rents for a “green-certified” home.

2. Good structural repair and working order

The updated regulations place a heavy emphasis on “fabric performance” such as how well your property retains heat.

Before considering complex technology like heat pumps, landlords should focus on the building’s core health.

It is important to conduct a thorough audit of the property’s structure.

Address issues like loft insulation, window drafts, and dampness immediately.

Problems such as mould or pipe leaks can negatively impact an EPC score and, if left unchecked, lead to significantly higher repair costs later.

If you need to complete these structural repairs quickly to get a property back on the market, short-term funding solutions can provide the necessary capital without disrupting your long-term cash flow.

As you upgrade your property to meet the 2030 standards, remember that safety and efficiency are now two sides of the same coin.

The new EPC metrics arriving in late 2026 will also reward “smart readiness.”

When updating heating systems, consider installing smart meters or advanced thermostats.

We will share the finer detail as it becomes clearer and continue to hope that the green zealots are replaced by a government of commonsense.