The National Landlords Association (NLA) is urging landlords to work with their tenants to reduce the amount they spend on heating and powering their homes.
Big Energy Saving Week, which started on 22 October, aims to help people save on their fuel bills through informed advice about energy saving measures and switching suppliers.
According to Citizens Advice, 43% of people worry that they can’t afford their next fuel bill and one in two say they foresee their energy bills putting a strain on their finances.
The NLA is encouraging landlords to work with their tenants to ensure they are using the most competitive energy tariff for their consumption; switching suppliers could save tenants hundreds of pounds per year.
Citizens Advice also claims that one in three people don’t know that help is available to insulate their home, rising to 46% in London. By taking advantage of the Government’s Green Deal, landlords can improve their properties’ energy efficiency and help tenants reduce their energy bills.
In support of Big Energy Saving Week, the NLA’s energy efficiency advice and guidance will be free to access during October.
“In light of the recent energy company price rises, many tenants are understandably concerned about their utility expenses,” said David Salusbury, chairman of the NLA.
“Landlords have a duty to ensure their properties are as energy efficient as possible, helping to minimise tenants’ energy consumption. With the private-rented sector playing such as key role in the provision of housing in the UK, this is a must.”