Energy Performance Certificates Gloucester
Energy Performance Certificates provides fast and complete EPCs for Gloucester. Whether you’re selling, developing, or renting out property, we can help you comply with EPC requirements and improve your building’s energy efficiency.
Our highly trained and accredited property assessors have worked with countless landlords, property owners, letting and estate agents, and council and housing associations. Unlike most EPC providers, we can issue accurate EPC reports within 24 hours following the inspection.
What is an EPC?
An energy performance certificate (EPC) is an indication of how much it will cost to power and heat a building. An accredited energy assessor will visit the property and examine key items such as lighting, floor, cavity wall, loft insulation, domestic boiler, hot water tank, and radiators.
The EPC rates the property’s energy efficiency on a scale of A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). It may also provide recommended measures to improve the building’s energy performance and lower energy costs.
EPCs are valid for 10 years and are mandatory for properties that will be put on the market either for sale or rent. According to the Domestic Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard (MEES) Regulations, privately rented properties must have an EPC rating of E or above.
EPCs are also required for newly built or renovated properties to prove that they’re safe for occupancy.
The Different Types of EPC
Residential EPC
All Gloucester residential properties are required to have their EPCs renewed every 10 years and if the property is being marketed for rent or sale. A copy of an updated and satisfactory EPC must be provided to tenants or buyers.
A new EPC is not required during a change of tenancy, as long as the last report was produced no more than 10 years ago. Failure to secure a complete residential EPC on time may result in fines and penalties.
Commercial EPC
Similarly, all commercial buildings to be let or sold must have an up-to-date EPC. Tenants and buyers must be given a copy of the latest EPC at no cost.
A commercial EPC provides more than energy efficiency ratings. It also measures the property’s total energy consumption, amount of carbon dioxide emissions produced and the potential annual costs for lighting, heating and hot water.
SAP EPC
The Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) is the approved system for calculating the energy efficiency of newly constructed buildings. A SAP EPC is also issued when the number of dwellings within the property has been altered (e.g.. a single-family unit converted into two flats).
Unlike with commercial and residential EPCs, no site visits or in-person surveys are required to complete a SAP EPC. The assessor may determine the SAP EPC by reviewing building drawings and specifications provided by the architect or contractor.
What to Expect During an EPC Assessment
Residential assessments may last anywhere between 30 to 40 minutes while commercial buildings may take a minimum of 45 minutes. EPC inspections can take longer depending on the size and nature of the property. The average two-bedroom property, for instance, only takes about 30 minutes.
During the assessment, a qualified EPC specialist will go through every room in the property including your attic, basement, bedrooms, and loft rooms.
The assessor will pay attention to the following fixtures:
Schedule an Energy Performance Assessment
At Energy Performance Certificates, we make EPC procurement as fast and stress-free as possible.
Get your EPC in 4 easy steps:
Energy Performance Certificates is known for its quick turnaround time. Unlike other assessors that spend up to 48 hours, certificates can be downloaded within 24 hours after the assessment. Trust us to provide seamless customer service, accurate findings and fast turnaround times
Order your EPC online now and get an instant quote. You may also order multiple EPCs for different types of properties on our website. Call our team at 0203 397 8220 for bulk order discounts and exclusive discounts.
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