What does the 'Energy Efficiency Rating' on the EPC mean?

This shows the energy efficiency of the dwelling at present (current) and the efficiency if the cost effective measures were implemented in future (potential). This is based on the information about the dwelling not the way in which it is used.

What should I do with the EPC?

It is the responsibility of the building owner to 'affix the certificate to the building' - this is a legal requirement. The EPC should be indelibly marked and located in a position that is readily accessible, protected from weather and not easily obscured.

What is the difference between a "CP12 Gas Safety Certificate" and "Landlord's Gas Safety Certificate"?

These both refer to Gas safety records. "CP12 Gas Safety Certificate" is an older term used by gas engineers who under the previous CORGI scheme in 2009. The newer term used is "Landlord's Gas Safety Certificate".

Should i provide my tenant Carbon dioxide (CO2) and Smoke alarm.

We strongly recommend the use of CO alarms as one useful precaution to give tenants advance warning of CO in the property. Importantly, alarms should not be regarded as a replacement for regular maintenance and safety checks by a Property Safety Certificates registered engineer is crucial.

FAQs

What does the ‘Energy Efficiency Rating’ on the EPC mean?
What should I do with the EPC?
What is the difference between a “CP12 Gas Safety Certificate” and “Landlord’s Gas Safety Certificate”?
Should i provide my tenant Carbon dioxide (CO2) and Smoke alarm.

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FAQs

What does the ‘Energy Efficiency Rating’ on the EPC mean?

What should I do with the EPC?

What is the difference between a “CP12 Gas Safety Certificate” and “Landlord’s Gas Safety Certificate”?

Should i provide my tenant Carbon dioxide (CO2) and Smoke alarm.

Let’s Make Things Happen

Contact Info