14/10/2026
With higher mortgage payments, rising compliance costs, new requirements under the Renters’ Rights Act and annual property registration fees, landlords are under increasing financial pressure.
One often-overlooked expense is energy standing charges during void periods. Even when a property is empty and no gas or electricity is being used, these charges can continue to accumulate.
Here’s where letting agents can make a difference:
Dedicated void energy arrangements may offer a £15 credit per fuel and cover the first 30 days of standing charges. For properties with both gas and electricity, this could mean savings of up to £58 per void period, depending on the applicable rates and terms. For most voids lasting less than a month, the bill could potentially be reduced to zero.
For an agent managing 200 properties, savings could exceed £10,000 annually, depending on portfolio turnover and eligibility.
🔎 Accurate billing matters, too. Incorrect billing dates, estimated meter readings and accounts in the wrong name can all lead to unnecessary costs and administration.
To help protect landlords’ budgets:
✅ Check billing dates against tenancy changeovers.
✅ Take dated photographs of meter readings at the start and end of each void.
✅ Make sure account details and charges are correct.
Small checks and smarter energy arrangements can add up to meaningful savings across a property portfolio.
At Reliance Residential, we understand the importance of helping landlords manage costs and protect their investments.
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