Why do I need an EPC?
You’ll require an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) if you're selling or renting an existing property. To carry out an EPC we will need to arrange an appointment that suits you to visit the property and carry out the survey. It usually takes around 30-40 minutes depending on the property. We aim to provide you with your report the same day and you will receive this via email. We can also send a copy to your estate agent or solicitor.
EPCs were introduced progressively in 2007 and remain an important part of the government’s plan to tackle climate change. Part of the regulations is to make energy efficiency of buildings transparent by using an energy performance certificate (EPC) to show the energy rating of a building when sold or rented out and recommendations on how to improve energy efficiency.
An EPC is intended to provide prospective buyers and tenants of a building with correct information about the energy performance of the building and practical advice on improving such performance. It provides an energy efficiency rating (related to running costs) for a building based on the performance potential of the building itself (the fabric) and its services (such as heating, insulation ventilation, and fuels used). Not all buildings are used in the same way, so the energy rating uses 'standard occupancy' assumptions which may be different from the way the building is used.
Your EPC report includes recommendations on how the energy performance of the building can be improved (to reduce running costs) together with an indication of the payback period. There is no statutory requirement to carry out any of the recommended energy efficiency measures stated.
If you require an EPC in Warrington, Widnes or St. Helens please contact us today.