An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) shows how energy efficient a property is. It provides a rating from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient) and includes recommendations on how the property’s energy performance can be improved.

EPCs are an important part of property ownership. They are required for landlords letting property, and they are also necessary when selling a home. For homeowners, an EPC can also provide valuable insight into how efficiently their home uses energy and where improvements could reduce energy costs.

At H2H Repair, we help landlords and homeowners ensure their properties meet current requirements and understand what improvements may help increase energy efficiency.

Energy efficiency is becoming increasingly important across the UK property sector. EPCs help provide a clear understanding of how a property performs and how energy usage might be improved.

An EPC can help:

• Show how energy efficient a property is
• Estimate energy costs for heating and running the home
• Identify improvements that could reduce energy consumption
• Provide important information to potential tenants or buyers

Improving a property’s energy efficiency can lead to lower energy bills, improved comfort, and reduced environmental impact.

For landlords, EPCs are a legal requirement.

Under the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) regulations, rental properties must normally have an EPC rating of E or above before they can be let.

This means:

• A valid EPC must be in place before a property is rented
• The rating must normally be E or higher
• Tenants must be provided with a copy of the EPC

If a property does not meet the minimum standard and no exemption applies, landlords may face:

• Financial penalties
• Restrictions on letting the property
• Enforcement action from local authorities

Ensuring your property has a valid EPC and meets the required rating helps protect both the landlord and the tenant.

Although EPCs are commonly associated with rental properties, they are also required when selling a home.

Homeowners may also obtain an EPC to better understand how their property performs in terms of energy efficiency and what improvements may help reduce heating costs.

EPC reports often include recommendations such as:

• Loft insulation
• Cavity wall insulation
• Energy-efficient lighting
• Heating system upgrades
• Improved ventilation

Making these improvements can help create a warmer, more energy-efficient home that is cheaper to run.

An EPC is required when:

• Selling a property
• Letting a property to tenants
• Constructing a new property

Once issued, EPC certificates are normally valid for 10 years.

If your EPC has expired or if significant improvements have been made to the property, it may be beneficial to obtain an updated certificate.

Many properties can improve their EPC rating through relatively simple upgrades.

Common improvements include:

• Loft insulation
• Wall insulation
• Heating system upgrades
• Improved ventilation
• Energy-efficient lighting

Improving the rating can make a property more attractive to tenants and buyers, while also helping reduce ongoing energy costs.

Our EPC assessments are carried out by a qualified energy assessor and include a full property inspection and the production of a government-registered Energy Performance Certificate.

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Studio / 1 bed property £70

2 bedroom property £80

3 bedroom property £90 

4 bedroom property £100

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• Full property inspection
• Energy efficiency assessment
• Lodgement of the EPC on the national register
• Official Energy Performance Certificate valid for 10 years
• Recommendations on how to improve the property’s energy efficiency

Energy efficiency regulations continue to evolve, particularly within the rental sector. Ensuring your property meets current standards now can help avoid potential compliance issues in the future.

Improving energy efficiency also helps protect the long-term value of the property while creating a more comfortable and efficient living environment.

If you are a landlord or homeowner who needs an EPC, H2H Repair can arrange a professional assessment and ensure your certificate is properly registered.

EPCs from £70 – fast, compliant, and valid for 10 years.As a professional handyman service, H2Hrepairs is dedicated to delivering high-quality workmanship and exceptional customer service. Our team of experts is skilled in a wide range of repair and maintenance tasks, including plumbing, electrical, and carpentry. We use only the best materials and tools to ensure long-lasting results.