Energy Performance Certificates (EPC)
Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) have been required since 1st October 2008 where a building is constructed, sold or put up for rent and applies to all types of accommodation. It is the Sellers responsibility to commission the EPC, which lasts for 10 years. Your buyer has the right to see the EPC before they decide to buy your property. An EPC is only required for a property which is self-contained.
How do I get an EPC?
EPCs can only be prepared by an Accredited Domestic Energy Assessor. EPCs are used to collect standard information on the property, for example, its size, hot water and heating system. The information compiled during the assessor’s survey is fed into a government approved software programme which produces the EPC.
We can arrange for an EPC survey to be carried out by appointed Accredited Assessors from just £35. Get your quote here:
Purpose of the EPC
The purpose of the EPC is to give tenants information on the energy efficiency of the property they propose to rent. It gives the building a standard energy and carbon emission efficiency grade from ‘A’ to ‘G’, where ‘A’ is the most efficient and with the average to date being D.
EPCs are measured using the same calculations for all homes, to allow comparison of energy efficiency between different properties. Part of the EPC is a report which will list the potential rating that your property could achieve if you were to make recommended changes. This information can be used to cut fuel bills, reduce carbon emissions and improve energy performance of your property.
Are EPCs required across the UK?
EPCs only apply to England and Wales. Northern Ireland and Scotland are producing their own regulations. For more general details on the differences in legislation in different parts of the UK, click on the following link: Devolved administrations in Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales
