Common questions on Energy Performance Certifidate (EPC), find out all here at EPC Rating | Bristol

Why do you need EPC?

• Inform buyers and tenants: An EPC shows how energy efficient a building is, which can help buyers and tenants decide if it's a good investment
• Comply with the law: You must have an EPC if you're selling, renting out, or building a property
• Avoid fines: Failure to provide an EPC can result in fines of up to £5,000

Where can you find your current EPC rating?

You can use this service to find an existing certificate for your property for

• energy performance certificate (EPC)
• display energy certificate (DEC) for a public building
• air conditioning inspection certificate and report

Go to https://www.gov.uk/find-energy-certificate

What does EPC rating mean? How do I read a certificate?

It's like the energy efficiency rating on some of your home appliances. The EPC rates a building's energy efficiency on a scale from A to G, with A being the most efficient. This includes:

• The building's energy efficiency ratingTypical energy costs

• The building's environmental impact rating, which shows how much it affects the climate with CO2 emissions
• Information about the building's insulation, heating, lighting, ventilation, and construction

How long does an EPC certificate last?

You can get an EPC by arranging a property assessment with a qualified and accredited domestic energy assessor. EPCs are valid for 10 years.

• The building's total useful floor area is over 500 square meters
• The building is frequently visited by the public
• An EPC has already been produced for the building's sale, rental, or construction

If you have any questions or require an EPC in the coming future or immediately, we can schedule a date to suit your requirement. Visit www.epcrating.net and drop us a message, we shall get back to you at once.