An energy performance certificate otherwise known as an EPC is required whenever a property is built, sold or rented in the United Kingdom. During the process of selling the property, it is a legal requirement for the seller to provide the buyer with an EPC. It is the role of your legal advisor to ensure an EPC is provided if you are purchasing a property.
An EPC is a document which details the energy efficiency of a building. It provides a property with an energy rating, with ratings provided on a scale from A-G. A rating of "A" means that the property is classed as highly efficient with a rating of "G" meaning that the property is at the lower end of the efficiency scale.
It should be noted that there are certain circumstances whereby an EPC is not required for residential property, including:
An EPC is valid for 10 years. If your property does not hold a valid EPC, you will need to instruct an EPC Assessor. The Gov.uk website maintains a list of all local EPC Assessors:
https://getting-new-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/find-an-assessor/type-of-property
Alternatively, if you are marketing your property with a local estate agent, they may be able to assist with having an EPC produced.
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