An EPC rating is a review of a property’s energy efficiency. Would-be buyers or renters primarily use them to see how much their energy bills will cost in their new house or flat.

An EPC relates to the amount of energy used per m² and the level of carbon dioxide emissions. A Domestic Energy assessor will also evaluate the types of insulation installed in your property. Existing insulation is measured and compared against a standard.

Insulation is likely to improve you EPC and achieve a better rating. The highest EPC is normally achieved with a high performance heating system that is either a modern condensing gas boiler or alternatively a system that is renewable. A DEA (Domestic Energy Assessor) will evaluate the efficiency of the loft and cavity wall insulation along with the windows and lighting. In order to get an A rating it may be necessary to install renewable energy such as solar panels or heat pumps but the cost of these normally start at £6,000, The government plans to ban gas boilers in new-build homes from 2025 due to it being one of the greatest contributors of pollution. Beyond this date, newly installed heating systems would need to be low-carbon or able to be converted to use clean-burning fuel such as hydrogen.

A good EPC can certainly improve how attractive your home is to potential buyers\renters. Energy efficiency means lower bills for buyers and renters. Studies by both the UK government Department of Energy & Climate Change, and an independent study by MyMoneySupermarket have shown that an EPC can improve the value of a home. If you're considering purchasing a second property, it's essential to understand the role of EPCs in the process

The Higher the EPC rating the more appealing the home is to buyers as they won’t be beholden to potentially costly improvements or bills so it can influence the final selling price. However, this does depend on the buyer. With increasing pressure from the government we predict that in the future stronger legislation will be introduced on properties that have low EPC ratings, which could have implications for Landlords. While all homes need to have an EPC before they can be sold or let, there is no benefit in choosing a more expensive provider as they provide the same certificate. EPCs cost up to £120 however the government website also has information about local providers in your area. 

Although we mainly provide EPC's for Milton Keynes and surrounding areas, the cost of an EPC varies  from provider to provider, due to the number of outsourcing agents involved in the system.

We as direct assessors do not charge any commission and can thus can keep the cost to minimum. Our prices are the cheapest in the market.

Our prices are as follows:

Minimum Efficiency Standards Telephone Consultations: Free

Domestic EPC Up to 4 Bedrooms: £45

Domestic EPC 6 to 8 Bedrooms: £60

Floor Plans: £45