EPC - Energy Performance Certificate

New Move offers an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) service.  In order to sell your property it's currently a legal requirement to have an Energy Performance Certificate, the certificate shows the energy efficiency of your home.  If you require an EPC or would like more information then please call us on 0845 862 9090 or use our contact form and we will be delighted to arrange this for you. 

What is an EPC?

An EPC or energy performance certificate shows the energy efficiency and impact the property has on the environment, an example can be seen below. The property is given a rating between A and G (similar to those found on domestic appliances) with A being the most energy efficient, it also contains recommendations for what can be done to improve the rating.

Why do I need an EPC

To be able to sell your property you are required by law to have an up-to-date energy performance certificate.

• Selling : you need to provide one for potential buyers
• Renting: if you are renting a property new tenants need to be given an EPC
• Building: all new properties need to have an EPC

How long is an EPC valid for?

An energy performance certificate is valid for a period of ten years, once it has expired you will need to have another assessment in order to sell or rent your property.

How to get an EPC

Contact us on 0845 862 9090 and we will arrange for you property to be assessed.

An example of an EPC report: