What is and Why Energy performance certificate ?

What’s an energy performance certificate (EPC)?

A Domestic Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is a legal document that assesses the energy efficiency of a residential property. It provides a rating from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient) and offers recommendations on how to improve energy performance.

Why the need for an energy performance certificate  (EPC) ?

why do you need an EPC?

Whether you are selling, renting, or improving your home, an EPC is essential for:

  • Complying with legal requirements
  • Understanding your property’s energy efficiency
  • Identifying potential savings on energy bills
  • Enhancing property value and marketability

How is an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) Assessed?

Our highly trained and certified energy assessment professional conducts a thorough, systematic inspection of critical areas in your property, focusing on:

Insulation 
Levels 

Checks the thickness and quality of insulation in loft, walls, and floors, determining how effectively the property retains heat and prevents energy loss.

Heating 
Systems 

Evaluates the efficiency of boilers, heating controls, and distribution systems, assessing their age, type, and ability to provide consistent, economical warmth.

windows
Doors 

Examines glazing quality, seal integrity, and thermal performance, focusing on how well windows and doors prevent heat escape and maintain indoor temperature.

Lighting 
Energy source  

Assesses the proportion of energy-efficient lighting and the presence of renewable energy technologies like solar panels, which contribute to overall energy performance

Frequently Asked Questions

An EPC is a document that shows the energy efficiency of a building, rated from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). It provides information about a property’s energy use, typical energy costs, and recommendations for improving energy efficiency

An EPC is legally required when selling, renting, or constructing a property. It must be commissioned before marketing a building for sale or rent

A domestic EPC is valid for 10 years and can be reused as many times as required within that period

An EPC includes the property’s energy efficiency rating, estimated energy costs, recommendations for improvements, the building’s address, total useful floor area, and the date of issue

EPCs must be produced by an accredited energy assessor who is a member of a government-approved accreditation scheme

Benefits include potential cost savings on energy bills, reduced carbon footprint, increased property value, and compliance with legislation. EPCs also provide recommendations for improving energy efficiency, which can lead to long-term savings

You could face fines of up to £5,000 if your property doesn’t have a valid EPC when renting or selling. 

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