Energy Performance Certificate
Need An EPC Rating For Your Property?
Landlords, Estate Agents, and Property Owners, rest assured. Our fully accredited and professional Energy Assessors deliver Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) reports for both domestic and commercial properties within 48 hours. Specialising in expert energy assessments, we ensure compliance with regulations while maintaining a presentable and professional approach. Contact us today to learn more about our EPC rating services and how we can help you comply with energy efficiency regulations.
Why Aim for an EPC Rating of C-A?
Achieving an EPC rating of C has recently become a key goal for property owners, driven by several important factors:
Lower Energy Bills:
By improving your property’s energy efficiency through targeted upgrades, you can significantly reduce energy costs, leading to substantial savings year after year. This not only benefits homeowners but also makes your property more attractive to potential tenants.
Green Mortgage Benefits:
Eco-conscious homeowners can capitalise on preferential interest rates with a Green Mortgage, but eligibility often requires an EPC rating of C or higher. This translates to potential financial savings and a more sustainable property.
Government Grants for Renewable Energy:
A higher EPC rating can open doors to government grants for installing energy-efficient technologies like solar panels and air source heat pumps. These grants can significantly reduce the upfront cost of these upgrades, leading to long-term energy savings and reduced carbon footprint.
How Is Your Building’s EPC Score Calculated?
Wondering what goes into that letter grade on your Energy Performance Certificate? It’s all about understanding how much energy your building uses and loses. One of our accredited energy assessors will carefully inspect various aspects of your property, such as insulation levels, heating systems, and even the type of shower you have!
This information feeds into a complex computer model called the Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP). Think of it as an energy efficiency calculator for buildings. It crunches the numbers, considering factors like size, age, and location, to generate a SAP score. The higher the score (closer to 100), the more energy-efficient your building is. Finally, this score translates into the familiar A-G EPC rating, giving you a clear picture of your building’s environmental impact and potential energy savings.
Frequently Asked Questions
You’ll need an EPC when selling or renting most residential and commercial buildings in the UK, including new constructions. Renovations and government grants may also trigger EPC requirements. Check with your local authority or contact us for specific details and exemptions.
In England and Wales, EPCs are valid for 10 years from the date of issue. This applies to both residential and commercial properties. However, if you make significant energy-saving improvements during that time, consider getting a new EPC to reflect the enhanced efficiency and potentially improve your rating, leading to benefits like lower energy bills.
You can easily check if your property has an EPC rating! Search online registers in England & Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland using your address or postcode. Alternatively, ask your estate agent, landlord, or check old property documents.
Draughty windows, poor insulation, and an inefficient heating system are common culprits behind a low EPC rating. These factors make your home “leaky” and energy- hungry, dragging down your rating. Consider consulting us for an energy assessment, a professional diagnosis and a personalised roadmap to improve your rating.
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