Energy Performance Certificates

What is an EPC?

EPCs have been law on all rental properties since 1/10/2008.

EPCs rate a property’s energy performance and makes recommendations for improvements. Landlords are not obliged to carry out any recommendations. (sample)

 

What information does and EPC provide?

An EPC gives the property a rating between A to G based upon its energy efficiency. A = very efficient (meaning lower fuel bills) while G = inefficient (meaning higher fuel bills). It also shows the building's environmental impact by indicating its carbon-dioxide emissions. Tenants can gauge the energy performance this way before deciding to accept a tenancy.

When do Landlords needs an EPC?

From 2012 an EPC must be available to be able to market the property. There is no need to obtain a EPC for an existing tenancy (prior to 1/10/2008), and once obtained, an EPC remains valid for up to 10 years.
 
If a valid EPC still exists when changing tenants a new certificate is not required. This applies to both private and social sector landlords and tenants.

Where can I get an EPC?

There are numerous companies providing EPCs, google would be a good place to start searching for a local Professional Energy Surveyor. Alternitively, if you would like us to arrange an EPC for you simply contact us.

Lost your EPC?

You can retrieve an EPC using the 24-digit Report Reference Number printed on the report or provided by the Energy Assessor who produced it. Retrieve your EPC here.

EPC Adviser

Want free Government advice on how to improve your property's EPC rating? Visit DirectGovEPCAdviser.

Health and Safety in Rented Accommodation

 

Visit DirectGov for the latest H&S factsheet to ensure you stay informed.

 

Letting agents should not market your property without and EPC, as tenants are expected to have the opportunity to establish how the property energy performs.

 

 

 

 

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