Energy Performance Certificates (EPC)

Can I do my own EPC?

An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) tells potential buyers how energy efficient a home is. Homes are rated on a scale from A to G, with the most efficient homes (with the lowest fuel bills) in band A.

Vendors of residential property in England & Wales, and the estate agents acting on their behalf in marketing the property, will also be required to provide prospective buyers with a copy of a valid Energy Performance Certificate (EPC).

The Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) also tells you about the effect the home has on the environment (again rated on a scale from A to G). Homes with better ratings have less impact through carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.

EPCs also include recommendations on ways to improve a home's energy efficiency - so you can save money and help the environment.

Obtaining an Energy Performance Certificate

To produce the Energy Performance Certificate, a Domestic Energy Assessor (DEA) must physically visit your home in order to carry out an energy performance assessment. This will usually take about an hour.

Energy Savings and the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)

It has been shown that an average household could save up to £300 per year on energy bills and reduce around two tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions by making energy improvements.
The Energy Saving Trust has plenty of suggestions for quick and easy changes you can make to your home today! You can visit their website or check out the useful guide below to see how these changes can save you money on your energy bills.