Energy Performance Certificates in Brighton
Energy Performance Certificates issue EPCs in Brighton, helping clients comply with legal requirements when selling, renting or after constructing a property. Our assessors are fully accredited and trained, so they’re able to evaluate your building thoroughly and turn around your EPC report within 24 hours.
What is an EPC?
If you’re planning to sell or rent your property, you need to get an energy performance certificate (EPC) before proceeding with your plan. An EPC measures a property’s energy efficiency and rates it on a scale of A to G, with A being the highest.
The EPC will indicate the amount of carbon dioxide emissions produced by the property in tonnes. The higher the rating, the less impact the property has through CO2 emissions. The certificate will also give you recommendations on how to reduce your emissions.
According to the Domestic Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard (MEES) Regulations, a property needs to get at an EPC rating of at least an E before you can sell or rent it out.
EPCs are also required for newly constructed properties to ensure that they’re ready for occupancy.
Types of EPC
Residential EPC
All residential properties in the UK require an EPC. A certificate is typically valid for 10 years. After that period, we advise you to acquire an updated one before making any major decisions with your house, such as renting it out, selling it or carrying out any improvements.
If you’re selling or renting out your property, you’re required to present the tenant or buyer with the latest copy of your EPC. Landlords are also obligated to get an energy assessment on their rented property every 10 years, otherwise they might get fined for non-compliance.
Commercial EPC
Commercial properties also require an EPC before being sold or let. The owner is responsible for providing the buyer or tenant with an updated copy of the EPC free of charge.
A commercial EPC measures a property’s energy efficiency based only on its carbon dioxide emissions, unlike a residential EPC that estimates the dwelling’s energy consumption and potential cost savings per year.
SAP EPC
An SAP EPC is required for newly constructed or converted properties, even if you’re not planning on selling or renting it out any time soon. You also need a SAP EPC when the number of dwellings within your property has changed, such as converting your single-family unit into two separate flats.
The difference between an SAP EPC from a regular one is that the former doesn’t involve an on-site visit. The assessment procedure in an SAP EPC only requires drawings and specifications of the build, which the assessor can get from the contractor or the architect.
How is an EPC inspection done?
An EPC inspection typically takes about 30 minutes for an average two-bedroom house. The assessor will check every room in the property, including the bedrooms, attic and basement, and loft rooms. To provide evidence to support their findings in the EPC report, they’ll take photos of the following:
Order an EPC from Energy Performance Certificates
With Energy Performance Certificates, updating your EPC only takes a few clicks. Simply place your EPC order online and select your property type. Within two working days, one of our assessors will get in touch with you. They’ll confirm your details and schedule the inspection, typically two days after the call.
The best part about working with Energy Performance Certificates is our quick turnaround time. Most EPC assessors provide the results within 48 hours, but with us, you can receive your EPC report 24 hours after the assessment. You can download it by inputting your tracking details on the Track Order tab on our website.
Order your EPC online now and get an instant quote. You can also apply for multiple EPCs for different types of properties at the same time. Call our team at 0203 397 8220 to discuss bulk order discounts.
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