English (United Kingdom) It is a legal requirement for landlords to supply prospective tenants with at least an EPC E rating, unless they have registered a valid exemption.
Some landlords may already have this documentation; if not, we can arrange for one to be obtained. The normal cost starts from £75.
More on EPC
Since October 2008, all dwellings put on the market for sale or to let require an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). The EPC must be produced before the dwelling can be marketed and included on the letting particulars to enable a prospective occupant to estimate their annual energy spend.
An EPC tells the potential tenant or homeowner how energy efficient a property is and lasts for 10 years (provided there are no changes that could affect the rating).
With rising energy prices increasing the cost of living, prospective tenants and homeowners can use this information as an indication of how high their gas and electricity bills will be. This efficiency is rated A–E, with the most energy efficient home achieving an ‘A’ rating. An EPC also advises on environmental impact and provides recommendations.
Example of an EPC:
