What does the EPC say about the property?

An Energy Performance Certificate gives clear information about the energy performance of a property. An EPC will also make recommendations about how the property could improve it’s energy performance.

How long does it take to perform an EPC assessment?

An assessment takes anywhere from 25 minutes to 1 hour for a domestic EPC. Factors such as the size of the property, it’s age and general access to it, will have an influence on the time. Generally, an energy assessment won’t cause much inconvenience but, it’s important that we can get access to any loft space and heating appliances (e.g. a boiler). An internal and external inspection of the property is also required for a certificate.

What are we looking for during the survey?

• Noting the construction of the walls and checking wall insulation.
• Confirming how many windows are double glazed.
• Counting the number of open fireplaces.
• Checking the make and model of the boiler under EU SEDBUK regulations.
• Looking for green energy devices such as solar panels.
• Counting the number of low energy light bulbs.
• Confirming the type of heating system used e.g. gas, electric, underfloor etc.
• Noting down the type of material used to insulate any hot water cylinders.
• Assessing the heat loss through roof, check loft insulation.
• Checking for excessive window area in larger houses.
• Taking precise measurements of conservatories and extensions.
• Counting how many habitable rooms are heated.

What is the procedure once we have visited?

Once we have carried out the survey on the property, all the relevent data and calculations are uploaded onto the Government authorised software. A certificate is produced and a copy of that is automatically added to the EPC register (which is available for anyone to access online), and a copy is emailed to you, the customer. If required we can also send a copy direct to your estate/letting agent or solicitor too.