Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are needed whenever a property is:
- built
- sold
- let
Since April 06 2007, if you're selling or renting your home, you’re required by law to have an EPC prior to your property being marketed.
An EPC contains:
- information about a property’s energy use and typical energy costs
- recommendations about how to reduce energy use and save money
An EPC gives a property an energy efficiency rating from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient) and it is valid for 10 years. An EPC must be carried out by a qualified Energy Assessor and if you don't get an EPC when you need one, you (the home owner) is liable for the fine that may be imposed - not the estate agent.
Therefore we insist that every property that we market has an EPC prior to marketing. We can arrange this for you with a local energy assessor.
If you’re buying or renting then the person selling the house, the landlord or the sales or letting agent must show you the EPC.
