EPCs Commercial: From the 1st of October 2008 sellers and landlords will be required by law to provide an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) for all buildings or parts of buildings when they are sold or rented. Please click here for further information.
Residential: As of 14th December 2007 every residential property advertised for sale in England and Wales will require an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) which is one of the key components of the Home Information Pack (HIP).
Lettings/Landlords: As of 1st October 2008 every residential landlord will need to comply with Government legislation and provide an Energy Performance Certificate for a property with a new tenancy.
The EPC will provide an energy rating for the home from A-G and the certificate will also offer advice on how to save energy around the home and reduce carbon emissions. If advice is followed the householder could substantially cut their energy costs by up to £300 a year whilst benefiting our environment.