Energy Performance Certificates in Essex
An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is compulsory for properties being sold, rented or constructed. It contains details about the property's energy consumption and recommendations on how to lower energy costs.
Energy Performance Certificates issues fast and thorough EPCs in Essex. We help property owners comply with legal requirements and optimise their building’s energy efficiency. Our accredited local assessors are fully trained to carry out in-depth EPC assessments and deliver certificates within 24 hours.
We serve property owners, landlords, estate and letting agents and council and housing associations in every postcode in the UK.
What is an EPC?
An energy performance certificate applies to both residential and commercial properties and is valid for 10 years from the date it was issued. It rates the property’s efficiency rating from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient).
EPC assessments are done to measure the amount of CO2 emissions produced by the property in tonnes. The report also includes a recommendations page that describes how the property’s energy efficiency could be improved.
The Domestic Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard (MEES) Regulations states that properties in the private rented sector must meet a minimum energy performance rating of E. Properties with a rating of F or G are not allowed to be rented out.
EPCs are also mandatory for newly constructed and converted properties to ensure that they’re fit for occupancy.
Types of EPC
Residential EPC
By law, all domestic buildings in the UK must secure an EPC. A domestic EPC highlights the dwelling’s energy consumption and potential cost savings per year. Failure to make an EPC available to any potential tenant or buyer when selling or renting can result in hefty fines and penalties.
Commercial EPC
Similarly, all commercial properties in the UK must undergo an EPC assessment before they are sold or let. A commercial EPC measures the property’s energy efficiency based on the amount of CO2 emissions it produces in tonnes.
SAP EPC
A Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) is required for all new builds, conversions and modifications in the number of dwellings within a property. For instance, when a single-family house is split into two separate flats, it will require an SAP.
The SAP is the approved methodology for checking whether a new build meets the carbon emissions and fabric performance standards set by current building regulations. Property owners must acquire a SAP EPC even if the building will not be marketed for sale or rent any time soon.
Unlike domestic and commercial EPC evaluations, a SAP EPC does not require an on-site visit. A property assessor may perform remote SAP calculations using building specifications and drawings supplied by the architect or contractor.
How an EPC Assessment is Performed
Domestic EPC surveys may take between 30 minutes and one hour. Commercial EPC inspections usually take at least 45 minutes but can be longer depending on the size and purpose of the building.
During the survey, a qualified assessor will examine every room in the property, including the attic, basement, loft rooms and bedrooms. They will take note of the following:
Order an EPC Online
At Energy Performance Certificates, ordering a new EPC only takes a few clicks.
All our property professionals are members of the relevant trade accreditation scheme. We visit 5000+ properties every month to perform EPC surveys with speed and precision.
We take pride in having one of the fastest turnaround times in the industry. It takes 48 hours for most EPC providers to deliver results, but you may download your certificate from our site 24 hours after the assessment.
Order your EPC online now. Our team also accepts bulk orders for landlords who manage multiple properties. Call us at 0203 397 8220 for exclusive bulk discounts.
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