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When Do You Need an EPC?
According to GOV.UK, you are legally required to have an EPC in the following circumstances:
- Selling a property: An EPC must be available to prospective buyers from the point the property is marketed.
- Renting a property: Landlords must provide tenants with an EPC. Rental properties must meet a minimum E rating.
- Building a new property: A predicted EPC is produced at the design stage, and an as-built EPC on completion.
- Applying for grants: Some government grant schemes require a current EPC to assess eligibility.
Penalty for Non-Compliance
According to GOV.UK, failing to provide an EPC when required can result in a penalty of up to £5,000 for commercial properties or £200 for domestic properties.
Order Your EPC Online
Homeowners and landlords are legally required to have an Energy Performance Certificate when selling, renting, or applying for energy grants. You can order an EPC assessment, gas safety check, or electrical condition report online — typically completed within a few days.
- EPC assessments for homeowners and landlords
- Gas safety checks and electrical condition reports
- Order online — simple booking process
Via energyperformancecertificates.co.uk
The EPC Assessment Process
Book an Assessor
Find an accredited domestic energy assessor through the official register or order an EPC online.
Property Survey
The assessor visits your property (45-60 minutes) and records construction details, insulation, heating, and glazing.
Certificate Issued
The assessor produces your EPC with your rating, estimated costs, and improvement recommendations.
Registered Online
Your EPC is uploaded to the national register where it's valid for 10 years and publicly accessible.
What the Assessor Checks
Building Fabric
- •Wall construction type and insulation
- •Roof and loft insulation depth
- •Floor construction and insulation
- •Window glazing type and age
- •Property age and construction method
Heating Systems
- •Primary heating system type and age
- •Heating controls (thermostat, TRVs)
- •Hot water system
- •Secondary heating sources
- •Fuel type (gas, oil, electric, etc.)
Other Features
- •Lighting types throughout the property
- •Renewable energy systems (solar panels)
- •Property dimensions and room count
- •Extensions and conservatories
- •Ventilation and air tightness
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