What is a Domestic EPC?
An EPC, or Energy Performance Certificate, tells you how efficient your property is. It takes into account the construction of the building as well as the heating system and controls for the heating. It also takes into account the size of the property, windows, insulation and also low energy light bulbs.

Why do i need a Domestic EPC?
Since late 2008, it has been a legal requirement for a rental or marketed property to have an EPC. The EPC report gives the person who is buying or renting the property not only a view on its current energy rating, but the measures that can be installed to improve the energy efficiency.

As from April 1st 2020 all rental properties must be at least an 'E' Rating to be able to continue renting the property. If the rating is an 'F' or 'G' Rating then improvement measure will need to be taken on the property.
I will advise on the cheapest way to improve the property if the EPC fails for rental purposes.
EPC reports are valid for 10 years, so provided no major changes have taken place to the property, if there is an existing EPC on your home then you do not need a new one.

The link below takes you to the EPC register (a Government website) that holds all EPC records – simply enter your postcode and see if your property has an EPC already.

>>> CLICK TO SEE IF YOUR PROPERTY ALREADY HAS A VALID EPC <<<

How long does an EPC take and what happens?
A domestic EPC takes between 20 mins – 40 minutes depending on the size of the property.

While at the property, the assessor requires evidence of all levels of current insulation. They will therefore need access to any loft spaces and see documentation proving insulation has been added where they cannot gain access – such as beneath the floor.