Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs)

Searches UK has access to one of the widest networks of Domestic and Commercial Energy Assessors throughout the UK. Trained to the highest level 3, 4 & 5 Energy Assessor standards and with Professional and Personal Liability Insurance, our team of Commercial and Residential Energy Assessors can handle all of your Energy Performance Certificate requirements.

UK Law requires that all Residential and Commercial properties for lease or sale must have a Residential or Commercial Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) in place before they can be marketed.

Current regulations state that a seller and their Estate Agent must (at the minimum) be able to show that they have commissioned a Residential EPC to be carried out before or as soon as a property is placed on the market. The Residential Seller has 7 days in order to secure a physical EPC for their property. Should the 7 days elapse and an EPC still not be in place, the Seller has a further opportunity up to a maximum of 28 days in order to produce a Residential EPC or they and the Estate Agent may face possible fines for non-compliance.

Residential Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs):

Assist your clients with any Domestic Energy Performance Certificates that they require. One call to our friendly EPC team will ensure that your clients’ property is visited and assessed at a convenient time and date, and a full EPC issued, usually within 24 hours of the appointment.

Commercial Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs):

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) for commercial properties are far more in-depth and complex. They assess how much energy is used to heat and/or air condition a building, as well as how much heat is lost through the structure of the premises.

The Energy Rating of a Commercial Energy Performance Certificate is based upon the CO2 emissions resulting from the running of the building. It takes into account the different characteristics of the commercial premises, such as:

• Type of construction materials used and all associated Building Regulations affecting construction.
• The age / size of the building
• Location and orientation of the building
• Calculation of Thermal Capacity and ‘U’ values
• Type of heating and air conditioning systems as applicable
• All installation / use of mechanical or natural ventilation
• Methods utilised for the provision and storage of hot water
• Insulation materials used throughout the fabric of the building
• All control systems in situ to manage heating, lighting and air conditioning as appropriate

Commercial Energy Performance Certificates are classified as either Level 3, 4 or 5. This classification is not solely based upon the size of the building but it also takes into account the complexity of any heating, air conditioning and lighting systems in place.

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Advice as to the appropriate type of Energy Performance Certificate that you/your client requires PLUS advice on any recommendations that result from the EPC.

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To discuss your exact needs and to order your EPC today, please email us or call us on 0845 2411815.