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Energy Smart is your local EPC provider carrying out EPCs in the Bedford area. We offer prompt and reliable service throughout Bedfordshire all at an affordable price.
Domestic EPC Bedford Assessors
An Energy Performance Certificate, or EPC, is a document which shows the energy efficiency rating of a property.
It is provided by an accredited assessor who evaluates the energy performance of the building and then issues an EPC certificate.
The certificate will show the estimated energy costs for running the property and can also provide advice on ways to reduce the energy consumption in the home.
EPC Rating
The energy performance of a property is measured on a scale from A-G, with A being the most energy efficient and G being the least. An average UK property is rated a D60.
This rating will give potential buyers and renters an indication of how energy efficient the building is, allowing them to make an informed decision when considering purchasing or renting a property.
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The cost of an EPC in Bedford is £59 for all property types up to a 5 bed property. Additional costs will apply for properties with 6 or more bedrooms.
How to get an Energy Performance Certificate in Bedford
It’s easy to get an epc certificate.
Either call us FREE on 0800 046 7345
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Common questions about EPCs
Is an EPC certificate a legal requirement?
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An EPC is a legal requirement for all properties being sold or rented.
Certain properties are exempt from requiring an EPC.
Can I do my own EPC assessment?
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An EPC can only be produced by a qualified and certified domestic or commercial energy assessor who has undergone specify training and has gained accreditation to produce EPCs.
How long is an EPC valid for?
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All EPCs are valid for a period of 10 years from the date of lodgement. The expiry date is shown on the EPC Certificate.
Which properties are exempt from requiring an EPC?
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You don’t need an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) if you can demonstrate that the building is any of these:
listed or officially protected and the minimum energy performance requirements would unacceptably alter it
a temporary building only going to be used for 2 years or less
used as a place of worship or for other religious activities
an industrial site, workshop or non-residential agricultural building that doesn’t use much energy
a detached building with a total floor space under 50 square metres
due to be demolished by the seller or landlord and they have all the relevant planning and conservation consents
Vacant buildings and demolition
A building is also exempt if all of the following are true:
it’s due to be sold or rented out with vacant possession
it’s suitable for demolition and the site could be redeveloped
the buyer or tenant has applied for planning permission to demolish it
For more information on the requirements for an EPC, please contact us.
Our EPC location team provide a quality and reliable service for all your energy performance certificate needs.
EPC Assessor Bedford
All of our epc assessors are fully qualified and accredited, and all epcs are carried out to the highest standards.
Our epc assessors cover Bedford, so you can be sure that your epc will be completed quickly and efficiently.
With EPC Bedford, you can trust us to get the job done quickly.
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Whats involved during an EPC survey?
An epc survey is designed to accurately assess the energy efficiency of a property.
During the epc assessment, the epc assessor will gather data about:
- The age and property construction type
- Property dimensions
- Heating systems
- Insulation levels
- Windows and doors
- Lighting
The gathered data is entered into approved government software off site and the certificate is normally provided to the customer 2 to 3 days after the visit.
All EPCs are then registered on the government epc portal.
Domestic EPC Bedford
Are you looking for reliable domestic energy performance certificate (EPC) provider in Bedford?
Look no further than our expert team! Our experienced technicians have been providing accredited EPCs to homeowners across Bedfordshire since 2014.
Comercial EPC Bedford
Commercial epcs, also known as Non-Domestic epcs, are also available for businesses in Bedford. Commercial epc certificates provide an energy performance rating of the entire building and can help identify ways to reduce energy consumption, save money on energy bills and become more sustainable.
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Commercial EPC Cost
Our commercial epc cost in location, start from only £198. As commercial properties vary significantly in size and complexity please call for our best prices.
Commercial EPC rating
Commercial epc certificates are rated from A-G, with A being the most energy efficient and G the least efficient. The epc rating for a commercial property will depend on factors such as age of the building, type of construction, energy efficiency improvements made and insulation levels.
The main metric that a commercial epc is being judged against is CO2 emmissions. So the lower the carbon emmisions, the higher the rating. Because of this, things like electric heating which rate poorly on the domestic epc, rate significantly better in a commercial building.
Common questions about commercial epcs
Is EPC required for commercial property?
All commercial properties that are being sold or rented must have a valid energy performance certificate.
How do I get an EPC certificate for a commercial building?
Call us on 0800 046 7345 or fill in our contact form.
What EPC rating does a commercial property need to be?
Commercial properties need to meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards which is currently an E rating. The government is proposing to raise this to a C rating in 2025.
If the building cannot reach the minimum standard an exemption can be applied for.
Sap Calculations Bedford
Three main reasons for needing Sap are for:
- Overglazed extensions
- All New builds
- Dwelling change of use
We’ll help get your project compliant with the building regulations.
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As sap consultants in Location, we are here to help!
Our team of sap assessors have extensive experience and knowledge of the epc regulations and can offer guidance on how to improve the energy efficiency rating of your property and meet building regs compliance.
So get in touch and tell us about your project today.
Landlords Energy Performance Certificates
It is a legal requirement in Bedford for all rental properties to have an epc certificate before they can be rented out.
The epc rating of the property must also meet a certain standard, otherwise it will not pass epc regulations set by the government.
So if you are considering renting out your property in Bedford ensure you must have these 3 main certificates.
- Energy Performance Certificate – valid for 10 years
- Electrical Inspection Condition Report (ECIR) – valid for 5 years
- Gas Safety Check – annual check
The absence of any one of these reports may invalidate any insurances you have and could also lead to civil penalites. So make sure you’re on top of them.
The Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard
The minimum energy efficiency standard (MEES) is a regulation set by the government to ensure all rental properties reach a certain level of energy efficiency. Landlords are required to upgrade their properties if they do not meet epc rating E or higher.
The government is proposing to raise this to an epc rating C from April 2025.
If you are looking for more information about epcs in Bedford, epc assessors or epcs for rental properties, don’t hesitate to contact us. We can answer any questions you may have and also provide advice on how to make your property more energy efficient.
We look forward to hearing from you soon.
Common questions about MEES
What properties are exempt from Mees?
If the property has an F or G rating, and the landlord believes the property cannot be improved to meet the minimum E rating they can apply for an exemption from the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) Regulations.
You will need to give the reason for the exemption and have proof of exemption.
There is no charge for applying.
Exemptions are defined as:
- High cost exemptions
- 7-year payback exemptions
- All improvements made exemptions
- Wall insulation exemptions
- Consent exemptions
- Devaluation exemptions
- New landlord exemptions
Who enforces Mees regulations?
Your Local Authority is responsible for enforcing Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) Regulations and investigating any potential breaches of the MEES regulations.
It is the landlords responsibiliy to ensure the property meets the MEES standards.
If a private sector landlord continues to rent a property with an EPC rating of F or G, a Compliance Notice and a Penalty Notice can be issued to the landlord, with a maximum penalty of £5000.
We offer landlords in location special MEES reports which shows the current energy rating and step by step instructions of how to improve it. If the landlord is seen to be actively engaging to improve the rating of the property, it is unlikely any enforcement procedings will be issued.
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