Your goal
Victoria’s new rental standards are law, not guidance – and they start on fixed dates. Plan the work around those dates now, so each property is ready when its lease comes up.
This goal usually involves
The standards apply when a new lease starts, or when a lease rolls over to month-to-month. Source
The pathway
You don’t have to tackle everything at once. But sticking to this sequence means each later upgrade can be smaller and cheaper – even if you space them out over years.
Step one: Insulation & draughts
From 1 March 2027, a rental with no ceiling insulation needs it installed to at least R5.0. From 1 July 2027, external doors, windows and unsealed wall vents must be draught proofed – and if there are gas appliances, a gas safety check comes first. Source
Step two: Heating, cooling and hot water
From 1 March 2027, the main living area needs cooling. And when a gas heater or hot water system in a rental breaks and can’t be repaired, it must be replaced with an efficient electric one. Source
Not sure where to start?
Don’t waste money on upgrades you don’t need. A professional home energy assessment shows where your house loses heat and power, so your budget goes where it makes the biggest difference.
Find an assessor near meSpecialists for this goal
Serves Indigo, Wangaratta and 3 more | Based in Rutherglen
Serves Werribee and Wyndham Vale and nearby suburbs | Based in Werribee
Serves Truganina and surrounding suburbs | Based in Truganina
Serves all of VIC | Based in Ravenhall
Serves Altona North and surrounding suburbs | Based in Altona North
Ready to start
We’ve mapped out the installers closest to your suburb. Enter your suburb or postcode to see who works in your area and can help you tackle step one.
