Once an EPC is issued, it is valid for 10 years. You do not need a new one each year, but if the certificate has expired and you are selling or renting the property again, you will need to commission a new assessment.

An EPC is legally required if you are selling a home, renting out a property, or if a property is newly constructed. You must commission (or already possess) an EPC before the property is marketed to buyers or tenants.

No, a domestic property cannot “fail” an EPC test. It simply receives an energy efficiency rating on a scale from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). However, if you are a landlord, rental properties must legally achieve a minimum rating of E to comply with MEES regulations before a tenancy can begin.

If you are a landlord and need help getting your property in line with MEES regulations, view our MEES Consultancy Pack here.

Every EPC comes with a detailed recommendations page that outlines exactly what improvements can be made and the potential impact on your energy bills. Common, cost-effective improvements include upgrading to LED lighting, topping up loft insulation or upgrading an older boiler to a more efficient model.

Yes. We will need to take a quick look inside your loft space to check for insulation (and measure its thickness), as well as inspect the construction of the ceiling. Please ensure the loft hatch is clear of furniture and easy to safely access on the day of our visit.

It depends on how often and how the property is let. Generally, an EPC is required if your property is a furnished holiday let rented out for a combined total of 4 months (120 days) or more per year, where guests stay in short-term arrangements of less than 31 days at a time. If your holiday let is strictly seasonal (rented for less than 4 months annually) or operates under a licence to occupy, it may be exempt. However, with short-term let regulations evolving, having a voluntary EPC is a great way to understand how to lower your utility bills and showcase energy efficiency to guests.