Benefits of Getting an Energy Performance Certificate for Your Property
What is an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)?
An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is a document that rates your home energy efficiency on a scale from A to G, with A being the most energy-efficient and G being the least. It provides valuable information about the property’s energy consumption and carbon emissions. Having a rating of E or higher is a legal requirement for landlords to be able to sell/ re-let a property whether commercial or domestic.
How often do you need to get one?
All energy performance certificates need to be renewed every 10 years. If you are looking to sell a house it is a legal requirement that your EPC is in date. Alternatively, if you are renting out your property, you need to have evidence that your property is an E rating or above.
What are the benefits of getting an energy performance certificate for your property?
Cost Savings
A higher EPC rating means better energy efficiency, which translates to lower energy consumption and therefore reduced bills. An EPC includes recommendations on improvements you can make on the property to make it more energy efficient, such as loft insulation, low energy lighting, and heating controls. And it even breaks down how much installing these measures could save you per year, so you can make informed decisions on what’s best for your home.
Reduced Carbon Footprint
The higher the EPC rating, the better it is for our planet. So, following EPC recommendations and improving your property’s energy efficiency means reducing its carbon footprint. This in turn also contributes to the UK’s wider goal of achieving #NetZero by 2050.
Increased Property Value
Properties with higher energy efficiency ratings can fetch a higher market as they are often more attractive to buyers and tenants. This is because they promise lower energy bills and reduced carbon footprints. Therefore, you should consider investing in energy-efficient improvements to boost the ratings and overall value of your property. Also, many environmentally conscious people will only buy/rent eco-friendly homes that align with their values.
Compliance with Regulations
As mentioned above, it is a legal requirement to have an EPC (and it be an E rating or higher) when buying, selling, renting out, and even constructing a property. Therefore, having a valid EPC means avoiding hefty fines and other legal issues.
Enhanced Comfort in Your Own Home
The improvements suggested in an EPC often lead to better insulation, upgraded heating systems, and more efficient windows and doors. These enhancements can significantly improve the comfort and liveability of the property. This is especially important for us in the UK, now our seasons are getting colder.
How can we help you?
Our EPC Service
You might be wondering where we come into all this. It’s simple: you can get all your EPCs done through us!
We offer competitive rates and have a network of surveyors across the UK.
The best part? We already work with over 20 housing associations, estate agents, and councils across the UK to complete their EPCs, so you know you can trust us.
You can book in an EPC with us online here.
Our Home Energy Support Service
We understand that it can be difficult to pay your energy bills amidst the ongoing cost of living crisis and the surge in energy prices.
This is why we are delivering the LEAP scheme in partnership with Peterborough City Council, South Cambridgeshire, and Rutland County Council to bring you home energy support.
LEAP (Local Energy Advice Partnership) can help you reduce your energy bills through a range of free services. Their Home Energy Advisors offer complimentary home visits to assess your energy usage and provide referrals for income maximisation services or larger energy efficiency measures. For those unable to schedule a home visit, free energy-saving advice is also available over the phone, offering practical tips tailored to your needs. Additionally, LEAP provides free energy-saving measures like LED light bulbs and draught excluders, which can significantly lower your energy costs and carbon footprint.
Check if you’re eligible here.
You can apply for a free home visit or refer someone you know who may be struggling here.
ABOUT US
Green Energy Switch (GES) is a dynamic, versatile company that delivers a broad range of energy services across the UK; specialising in working with social landlords and local authorities. Established in 2006, GES is a subsidiary of environmental charity PECT. Any profits made by GES are gifted back to PECT to help fund their vital work.
