Energy Performance Certificates in Rugby
Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are important documents that provide information about the energy efficiency of a building, both for domestic and commercial properties. In Rugby, as in the rest of the UK, EPCs are required by law when a property is sold or rented.
From a homeowner's perspective, domestic EPCs help ensure that the property you are looking to buy or move into is energy efficient and meets safety regulations. On the other hand, business owners must understand their building’s energy use for compliance and maintenance purposes.
Energy Performance Certificates have fully accredited assessors who are qualified to issue EPCs in Rugby. We can provide your EPC report as early as 24 hours after inspection.
What is an EPC and What Does It Contain?
An EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) is a report that contains information about a property’s energy efficiency and usage. It is required by law and has the following key details:
Energy Efficiency Rating: This is a rating between A (most efficient) and G (least efficient) that shows how energy efficient the building is. The rating is based on factors such as the age of the building, its insulation, heating systems and lighting.
Environmental Impact Rating: This rating shows how much carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions are produced by the building based on its energy usage. This is important information for those concerned about environmental impact and sustainability.
Recommendations: The EPC also contains suggestions for improving the energy efficiency of the building. These can range from simple measures such as changing light bulbs to more extensive measures such as adding insulation or upgrading heating systems.
Other Information: The EPC may include additional information about the building, such as its size, construction materials and heating systems. This information can be helpful to potential buyers or tenants in making informed decisions about the property.
Types of EPCs
Domestic EPCs
For domestic properties, the EPC provides an energy rating between A (most efficient) and G (least efficient), as well as recommendations on improving the energy efficiency of the property. The assessment considers factors such as the age of the building, the insulation, heating systems and lighting.
Domestic EPCs are valid for 10 years and can be obtained from a qualified domestic energy assessor.
Commercial EPCs
For commercial properties, the EPC provides a rating between A (most efficient) and G (least efficient), as well as recommendations for improving energy efficiency. The assessment considers the building's heating, ventilation, air conditioning, lighting and insulation.
The EPC is also accompanied by a report that provides more detailed information about the property's energy performance. Commercial EPCs are required for all non-domestic properties, including shops, offices and industrial buildings.
The validity of a commercial EPC is also 10 years and can be obtained from a qualified commercial energy assessor.
SAPs
SAP stands for Standard Assessment Procedure, the method used to calculate the energy performance of a residential property in the UK. The SAP rating is used to produce the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) for domestic properties, which provides information about the energy efficiency of the property, its environmental impact and recommendations for improvement.
The SAP rating produces an energy efficiency score for the property, ranging from 1 to 100. The higher the score, the more energy efficient the property is. The rating also provides an estimate of the annual CO2 emissions from the property, based on its energy consumption.
How is an EPC Inspection Done?
An EPC inspection usually takes about 30 minutes (a two-bedroom house). We’ll take photos of the following, and these will serve as evidence to support our findings:
Order an EPC From Us
If you’re planning to get an EPC in Rugby, turn to Energy Performance Certificates. Simply place your order online and choose your property type. Within two working days, one of our assessors will contact you to confirm the details of your property.
Ask for a quote from our assessors today! For those with several properties, you can apply for multiple EPCS in just one request. Contact us at 0203 397 8220 for bulk EPC orders and discounts.
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