EPC
EPCs in Central London
- An accredited Energy Assessor visits the property to collect the relevant data and creates the certificate.
- This data includes the date, construction and location of the house and relevant fittings (heating systems, insulation or double glazing, for example).
- Energy Performance Certificates tell you how energy efficient a home is on a scale of A-G. The most efficient homes - which should have the lowest fuel bills - are in band A.
- The Certificate also tells you, on a scale of A-G, about the impact the home has on the environment. Better-rated homes should have less impact through carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.
- The average property in the UK is in bands D-E for both ratings. The Certificate includes recommendations on ways to improve the home's energy efficiency to save you money and help the environment.
- Most sellers of newly built homes will have to provide a predicted assessment of the energy efficiency of the property, but a full Energy Performance Certificate should be provided to the buyer when the home is completed.
- Tenants are now entitled to request a copy of the Energy Performance Certificate for the premises that they are renting .
What is inspected?
The Assessor will require access to all rooms of the property to take measurements and photographs of the following.
- Age and construction of the property
- Boiler or main heat source
- Hot water storage vessel
- Radiators or other heat emitters
- Heating controls and thermostats
- Loft and wall insulation
- Windows and Doors
- Conservatories
- Mechanical ventilation
- Lighting
- Solar panels
Contact
If you would like more information about our services or Energy Performance Certificates in Central London please contact us on 020 7430 1733 or 07957 482 143. You can also send us a message via the enquiry form on the contact page