EPC Certificate
At Energy Performance Solutions, we try to achieve the best possible rating for your property. We can provide the standard EPC certificate where you can see the energy efficiency recommendations, which are automatically set by the software that we energy assessors use. This service is recommended for properties that just need to pass the inspection or a property that will most likely be above average rating, and therefore it is unlikely that it will need any significant improvements; for example, a property that has wall and loft insulation already installed. In any case, we can always do an initial EPC inspection, and then the client decides if consultation advice is needed.
EPC Consultancy
The EPC consultancy service is where we assess your property, and then provide a full range of energy efficiency improvements outside the ones stated in the standard EPC certificate. It’s expert advice tailored to the clients’ goals before any works done. We can help you decide whether to install solar panels, change the heating system or where to apply insulation.
The aim is to achieve an EPC C rating or above in a cost-effective way; thus avoiding costly mistakes, such as installing insulation in combination with an inefficient heating system. We can test several options of energy improvements to determine which ones score better and which ones should be left out. This method allows the client to have control of the EPC score by selecting which energy improvements are more suitable, according to the client’s objectives and budget. Whether it is a full property refurbishment or just a few adjustments, this service is highly recommended for whoever wants to achieve an EPC C rating or higher at lower costs.
In the current environment, an energy efficient property (C rating or above) has many benefits from lower heating bills, favourable mortgage rates and even property appreciation. Therefore, we cannot stress enough the importance of hiring an energy consultant before installing any energy efficiency upgrades.
The Benefits of the EPC Consultancy For Property Investors
We have specialist consultation advice for property investors and property deal sourcers. Energy Performance Solutions have helped many property investors with their refurbishment projects, and we can confidently say that our advice has increased their return on investment. According to a report issued by Knight Frank, a property moving bands from D to C has a 3% increase on property value; as for a property moving from E to C as much as 8.8%. This is where our EPC consultation formula is crucial, as we can lower the costs of the works needed to improve the EPC rating, and as a result the profit margin increases. Here is the link to the Knight Frank’s article:https://www.knightfrank.com/research/article/2022-10-11-improving-your-epc-rating-could-increase-your-homes-value-by-up-to-20
