Energy Performance Certificates (EPC)
Fully accredited EPC assessments from just £66 inc. VAT. Same-day booking available. Reports delivered within 24 hours and registered on the national database.
What Is an Energy Performance Certificate?
An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rates a property's energy efficiency on a scale from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). It includes estimated energy costs and recommendations for improvement.
EPCs are a legal requirement for all properties being sold or rented in England, Wales, and Scotland. Landlords who fail to provide a valid EPC can face a fixed penalty of up to £200 per property, and if the property itself falls below the legal minimum rating, a separate MEES fine of up to £5,000 can apply (see below).
- ✓Required before any property can be marketed for sale or rent
- ✓Rated A–G (minimum E required for rentals)
- ✓Valid for 10 years from the date of issue
- ✓Registered on the national EPC database
- ✓Improves property marketability and tenant confidence
EPC Rating Scale
What Happens During Your EPC Assessment
Every assessment follows the same RdSAP methodology: the government-approved calculation behind every domestic EPC in England, Wales and Scotland.
Property measurement
The assessor measures every habitable room to establish the total floor area, the base figure the whole energy calculation is built from.
Construction & insulation check
Wall construction type, loft insulation depth, and floor construction are recorded. These have the single biggest impact on the final rating.
Heating & hot water system
Boiler age, type and efficiency, along with the hot water system and any secondary heating, are logged against the manufacturer’s official efficiency data where available.
Windows & glazing
Single, double, or triple glazing is recorded per room. Older single glazing is one of the most common reasons a property scores lower than expected.
Lighting & renewables
Low-energy lighting proportion is counted, and any solar panels, battery storage or other renewables are factored into the score.
Calculation & certificate
The data is run through the official RdSAP software to produce your A–G rating, estimated running costs, and a tailored list of improvements, then lodged on the national EPC register and emailed to you within 24 hours.
MEES: What Every Landlord Needs to Know
The Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard (MEES) has applied to all domestic private rentals in England and Wales since 1 April 2020, including tenancies that started before that date, not just new ones. It sets a legal floor for how energy-efficient a rental property has to be.
Minimum rating: E or above. Anything rated F or G cannot lawfully be let, with or without an existing tenant in place.
Exemptions: Available in limited cases: the "all improvements made" exemption, a cost cap (currently £3,500 inc. VAT of documented spend with no rating improvement achievable), listed building consent refused, or a third-party consent (tenant/planning) refused. Each must be formally registered on the PRS Exemptions Register and lasts 5 years.
Penalties: Local authorities (Trading Standards) can currently fine up to £5,000 per breach for renting out a non-compliant property, and can publish details of the breach on the PRS Exemptions Register for up to 12 months.
Getting a valid EPC first is the only way to know which side of E you're actually on. It's also the document you'll need on file if a local authority or letting agent ever asks for evidence of compliance.
Coming change: the government has confirmed plans to raise the minimum rating to EPC C and increase the maximum MEES penalty to £30,000 per property, with the new rules due to apply from 1 October 2030.
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Energy Assessment FAQs
How long does an EPC last?
An EPC is valid for 10 years from the date it was issued.
What EPC rating do I need to rent my property?
Your property must have a minimum E rating to be legally rented out. Properties rated F or G cannot be let without an exemption.
How long does an EPC assessment take?
Most residential assessments take between 45 and 90 minutes depending on the size of the property.
Do I need to be present during the assessment?
No, but we do need access to all rooms, including the loft if accessible. A responsible adult over 18 must be present.
Can I get a new EPC to reflect improvements I've made?
Yes. If you've made energy improvements (new boiler, insulation, etc.), a new assessment will reflect these and may improve your rating.
What happens if my property is rated F or G?
You can't legally let it out under MEES unless a valid exemption applies (e.g. cost cap, listed building consent refused, or all improvements exhausted). Exemptions must be registered on the national PRS Exemptions Register and last 5 years.
Can I sell or let a property without an EPC?
No. An EPC must be commissioned before a property is marketed for sale or rent. Estate agents and letting platforms are required to reference a valid EPC in listings.
Does the EPC rating affect my property’s value?
It can. Buyers and tenants increasingly factor running costs into their decision, and a poor rating can be a negotiating point. Since 2020, mortgage lenders have also faced their own EPC-related reporting targets, which is pushing more buyers to check it upfront.
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