After an EPC Assessment: What to Do Next in London
An EPC assessment is an important step when preparing a property for sale or rent. But what should you do once the assessment is finished?
First, check your certificate. Then, prepare the other materials needed for your property listing, such as professional photographs and a floor plan.
Here is what to do after an EPC assessment in London.
1. Check Your EPC Certificate
Start by checking the details on your EPC.
Make sure the following information is correct:
Property address
EPC rating
Certificate date
Assessment reference
Recommendations
Not sure how to read the certificate? Our simple guide to reading an EPC certificate explains the main sections.
An EPC is generally valid for 10 years. You can also use the official GOV.UK Find an Energy Certificate service to check whether your property already has a certificate.
2. Understand the Assessment
An EPC assessment looks at features such as heating, insulation, windows, hot water, lighting and construction.
Our guide to what an EPC assessment checks explains the process in more detail.
The certificate also includes recommendations for improving energy efficiency. However, the right improvements depend on your property and circumstances.
3. Check Your EPC Before Marketing
If you are selling a property, check your EPC before the property is advertised.
For properties covered by the EPC rules, an EPC must be ordered before marketing for sale or rent, subject to applicable requirements and exemptions.
Our EPC Before Marketing guide explains what sellers should know.
For the latest requirements, always check the official GOV.UK EPC guidance.
4. Landlords Should Check Their EPC
Landlords should check the EPC before marketing a rental property.
Review the certificate date and rating, then check whether any relevant energy-efficiency requirements apply.
Our EPC guide for London landlords covers the main points landlords should consider.
Government requirements can change, so use current official guidance when making compliance decisions.
5. Need an EPC Quickly?
Sometimes an EPC is needed before a property can be marketed.
For example, you may have an upcoming tenancy, property launch or estate-agent appointment.
If a new assessment is required, you can explore Same Day EPC services in London, subject to availability.
You can also read How Long Does an EPC Assessment Take in London? to help plan your appointment.
6. Prepare Your Property for Photography
Once your EPC is sorted, prepare the property for marketing.
Before photography:
Remove unnecessary clutter
Clean visible surfaces
Tidy kitchens and bathrooms
Make beds
Open curtains and blinds
Tidy gardens and balconies
Professional photographs can then present the property clearly online.
Urgent EPC provides professional property photography in London alongside EPC and floor-plan services.
7. Arrange a Property Floor Plan
A floor plan shows the layout of the property, including room positions and proportions.
It complements photography by providing information that photographs cannot easily show.
A floor plan can be particularly useful for buyers and tenants who want to understand how the rooms connect.
8. Check Your Marketing Materials
Before your listing goes live, make sure everything matches the current property.
Check that:
Photographs are up to date
The floor plan is accurate
Property details are correct
EPC information is correct
Recent changes are reflected
For example, an extension, converted room or changed layout may mean older marketing material needs updating.
9. Consider a Property Marketing Package
If you need an EPC, photography and floor plan, arranging the services together can make property preparation simpler.
Urgent EPC provides all three services.
Our Property Marketing Package London guide explains how these services can work together.
Each service has a different purpose:
EPC: Energy-performance information.
Photography: Visual presentation of the property.
Floor plan: Property layout.
Where a combined-service price is available, confirm the current price and saving before booking.
After-EPC Checklist
Before marketing your property, check:
☐ EPC is valid
☐ EPC details are correct
☐ Property is clean and prepared
☐ Professional photographs are ready
☐ Floor plan is accurate
☐ Property description is correct
☐ Marketing materials show the current property
FAQs
What should I do after an EPC assessment?
Check the certificate, review the rating and recommendations, and make sure the information is ready for your estate or letting agent.
How long is an EPC valid?
An EPC is generally valid for 10 years. Check the certificate date and current government guidance for your circumstances.
Do I need another EPC if my current one is valid?
Not necessarily. A valid EPC may still be suitable when selling or renting your property.
Can I arrange an EPC, photography and floor plan together?
Yes. Urgent EPC provides EPC assessments, professional property photography and property floor plans.
Final Thoughts
After an EPC assessment, take a few minutes to check your certificate and prepare the rest of your property marketing materials.
Professional photography shows what the property looks like, while a floor plan explains its layout. Together with the EPC, these materials can provide a useful foundation for a property listing.
If you need an EPC, photography or a floor plan in London, contact Urgent EPC to discuss your property requirements.
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