Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are now required for all commercial buildings whenever built, rented or sold.  The certificate records how energy efficient a property is as a building and provides ratings from a top rating of A down to a low rating of G.  These certificates are produced using standard methods and assumptions about energy usage so that the energy efficiency of one building can easily be compared with another building of the same type.  This allows prospective buyers, tenants, owners, occupiers to see information on the energy efficiency and carbon emissions from their building so they can put it into consideration as part of their investment.

An EPC is always accompanied by a recommendation report that lists cost effective and other measures (such as low and zero carbon generating systems) to improve the energy rating.  Each recommendation is assessed against the potential impact over three payback periods in addition to other measures based on an understanding of the building and indicates whether the impact is high, medium or low.

Prices for assessments vary a lot depending on the size and complexity of the building and the number of rooms. To give you an informed estimate of cost you would need to discuss your property in more detail with us.

Please note:

• If you have a public building and you require a Display Energy Certificate (DEC) then we can put you in touch with one of our partners who can provide that service.

• If you are planning a new build and require a Predicted Energy Assessment (PEA) then we have a suitably qualified assessor available.