What is an EPC?
EPC is short for Energy Performance Certificate. It provides a clear indication of how energy efficient a building is as a whole. This helps potential buyers or renters make an informed decision on whether or not to pursue a property by allowing them to take into account its energy rating. It also gives the government a way to monitor the UK’s carbon footprint and ensure we meet EU carbon emission targets.
The EPC certificate itself will present a rating on a scale of A to G, A being the most efficient (with lowest fuel bills), and G being the least efficient (the average UK property is rated between D and E). It will also contain a target rating, which can be achieved through changes such as installing energy-saving light bulbs or a more efficient boiler. All EPC certificates are valid for 10 years.
Having a valid EPC is a legal requirement for the all domestic and commercial properties being rented or sold.
Commercial EPC
If you’re planning to sell or rent out a non-domestic you will be require to commission a Commercial EPC. Standalone(entirely detached) buildings with a total useful floor area of less than 50m2 that are not dwellings do not require a commercial EPC.
How will the EPC be assessed?
A commercial energy assessor will visit your premises, making a non-invasive evaluation of various factors.
Your assessor will look at factors which affect energy efficiency such as:
- Age of the property
- Construction type
- Loft insulation
- Boiler/hot water tank
- Radiators
- Windows
These data entries will be computer analysed to produce a calculation of overall energy efficiency and environmental impact of the building.
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