An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) report provides a detailed overview of a property’s energy efficiency, running costs, and environmental impact. Understanding each section of the report helps homeowners, landlords, and buyers make informed decisions about energy improvements and compliance. At Urgent EPC, we provide certified EPC surveys with clear, actionable reports.
1. Property Details Section
This section includes:
Property address and type
Floor area
Number of rooms and construction details
Why it matters: Accurate property details are essential for calculating energy efficiency and ensuring compliance.
2. Energy Efficiency Rating (A–G)
Rating A–B: Highly energy-efficient
Rating C–D: Average efficiency
Rating E–G: Poor efficiency, may need improvements
What it tells you: Shows how efficiently your property uses energy compared to similar properties.
3. Environmental Impact (Carbon Emissions) Rating
This section provides:
Estimated CO₂ emissions
Environmental impact score (A–G)
Why it matters: Helps assess the property’s contribution to carbon emissions and supports sustainability goals.
4. Estimated Energy Costs
The report estimates annual costs for:
Heating
Hot water
Lighting
Benefit: Buyers and tenants can understand potential energy expenses and plan budgets.
5. Recommended Improvements
EPCs include a list of energy-saving measures, such as:
Insulation upgrades for walls, floors, and roofs
Efficient heating systems or controls
Installing renewable energy solutions
Window or glazing improvements
Benefit: Provides a roadmap to reduce energy costs and improve the EPC rating.
6. Validity and Compliance Information
EPCs are valid for 10 years
Required for selling or renting property
Certification issued by a government-accredited assessor
Ensuring your EPC is valid is essential to avoid fines and legal issues. For urgent certification, see our same-day EPC service.
7. Additional Notes and Assumptions
Any limitations of the survey
Assumptions made about insulation, heating, or lighting
Notes on property-specific features that may affect ratings
Why it matters: Helps interpret the report correctly and guides decisions on energy improvements.
8. Call to Action
Understanding your EPC survey report is the first step toward energy efficiency, compliance, and cost savings. Book your certified EPC survey today with Urgent EPC to get an accurate, actionable report. Contact us via our contact page to schedule your survey.
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