What is an Energy Performance Certificate or EPC?
An Energy Performance Certificate or EPC is an assessment of the energy efficiency of your property and its environmental impact i.e. carbon dioxide emissions. The information is made available on request for potential buyers in the form of two graphs using a scale A-G rather like those shown on new fridges and washing machines.
Why do I need an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)?
Government legislation requires that an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) be made available to all buyers/tenants. When selling a property the EPC must be commissioned before marketing of the property may begin and when renting out a property before the tenancy agreement is signed (except where an existing tenancy is renewed).
The purpose of the Certificate is to rate a property’s energy efficiency and make recommendations about how it may be improved. It will provide prospective buyers/tenants with an estimate of how much it costs to provide heating, lighting and hot water before they rent the property.
Vickery have trained Energy Assessor staff able to undertake and complete EPCs on your behalf - straight away. Please contact you local sales or lettings office for a quote and to arrange an appointment.
An EPC remains valid for 10 years.
