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Arrange a domestic or commercial EPC in St Albans with Energy Smart. We serve St Albans and nearby Hertfordshire, with domestic bookings available online.
Call 0800 048 7734 if you need to coordinate an agent or tenant, assess a larger home or obtain a commercial quote. Standard domestic assessments start at £79.
Domestic EPC St Albans 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.
Before booking a St Albans EPC
Check whether the property already has a valid certificate on the government EPC register. Match the full address carefully; an EPC normally lasts 10 years unless replaced by a newer certificate.
The A–G rating describes energy performance, with A the most efficient. The certificate also includes estimated costs and improvement recommendations.
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St Albans domestic EPC prices
Standard domestic EPCs cost £79 for up to three bedrooms, £89 for four bedrooms and £99 for five bedrooms. Call for a quote for six or more bedrooms.
Payment is made on the day with no upfront payment for standard domestic bookings. Commercial EPCs require a separate quote.
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Up to 3 Bed
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£79
4 Bed
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£89
5 Bed
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£99
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Need your EPC in a hurry?
Then book an Express EPC and receive your EPC the same day of the visit for an additional charge of only £10 on the standard price.
Just choose the Express EPC service on the booking page.
Common questions about EPCs
Is an EPC certificate a legal requirement?
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An EPC is generally required when a property is marketed for sale or rent, unless an exception applies. The seller or landlord must make a valid certificate available to prospective buyers or tenants.
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 specific training and has gained accreditation to produce EPCs.
How long is an EPC valid for?
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An EPC normally remains valid for 10 years from the date it is lodged, unless a newer EPC replaces it. Check the expiry date and use the latest certificate for the correct property address.
Which properties are exempt from requiring an EPC?
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Some buildings and transactions are exempt from EPC requirements, but the conditions must be checked for the individual property. Listed status alone does not establish an automatic exemption: the rules consider whether compliance would unacceptably alter the building’s character or appearance.
An exemption from needing an EPC is different from a registered MEES exemption for a rented property. Check the government guidance on domestic EPC requirements and exceptions before relying on an exemption.
EPC Assessor St Albans
Your St Albans EPC appointment
An accredited Domestic Energy Assessor visits the property to record the information needed for its EPC. Tell us who will provide access and whether a letting agent or tenant is involved.
Have documents about insulation or improvements available where possible, and make relevant areas of the home accessible for the visit.
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What happens during a St Albans EPC survey?
The assessor records the home’s age, construction, dimensions, heating, insulation, windows and lighting. Arrange access to relevant rooms and have available evidence of insulation or recent improvements ready.
After the visit, the data is entered into approved software and the EPC is lodged on the government register. The certificate is normally provided within 2–3 days. Ask about the express option when booking if you need it sooner.
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 St Albans
Arrange a domestic EPC for a St Albans house or flat with Energy Smart. If you are preparing a sale or tenancy, check for an existing valid certificate first and choose the booking option for your property size.
Tell us who will provide access and whether an estate agent or tenant is involved. For a larger home or an unusual property, call 0800 048 7734 to discuss the assessment before booking.
Commercial EPC St Albans
Energy Smart provides Commercial EPC assessments for St Albans business premises, including offices, shops and other non-domestic buildings. The assessment needed depends on the building and its use.
Send the address, approximate floor area, building use and any available plans so we can discuss the scope and quote. Domestic bedroom-based prices do not apply to commercial buildings.
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Commercial EPC Cost
Commercial EPC prices in St Albans start from £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 heating system significantly affects an EPC rating. Electric heating can perform more favourably under the carbon-based commercial EPC calculation than under the cost-based domestic calculation. The result depends on the heating system’s efficiency and the building’s other features.
Common questions about commercial EPCs
Is an EPC required for a commercial property?
A valid EPC is generally required when a commercial property is sold or rented, unless an exemption applies.
How do I get an EPC certificate for a commercial building?
Call us on 0800 048 7734 or fill in our contact form.
What EPC rating does a commercial property need to be?
For privately rented non-domestic properties covered by MEES, the current minimum is EPC E unless a valid exemption applies.
If the building cannot reach the minimum standard an exemption can be applied for.
SAP Calculations for St Albans Projects
Energy Smart supports new-home, conversion and extension projects in St Albans with SAP calculations where a Building Regulations energy calculation is needed.
Share your plans and specification to discuss the required assessment and a quote. We serve St Albans projects and also provide SAP calculations nationwide.
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Our SAP consultants support projects nationwide.
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.
Energy Performance Certificates for Landlords
A valid EPC is generally required when a property is marketed to rent in St Albans, unless an exception applies.
For domestic private rentals covered by MEES, the current minimum is EPC E unless a valid exemption applies.
If you are considering renting out a property in St Albans, check which of these documents and checks apply:
- Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) - normally valid for 10 years
- Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) - electrical installations checked at least every five years under applicable rules
- Gas safety record - annual check where relevant gas appliances or flues are present
Requirements depend on the property and tenancy. Check the current guidance before letting.
The Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard
For domestic private rented properties covered by MEES, the current minimum is EPC E unless a valid exemption applies.
The government plans to introduce a higher EPC C or equivalent standard for all tenancies from 1 October 2030, subject to legislation.
If you are looking for more information about epcs in St Albans, 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
When can a landlord register a MEES exemption?
If a domestic private rented property is covered by MEES and rated F or G, the landlord must improve it to at least E or register a valid exemption before letting. An exemption may apply in certain circumstances.
The landlord must provide the reason and supporting evidence when registering an exemption.
There is no charge for applying.
Exemptions are defined as:
- High cost 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 landlord’s responsibility to ensure the property meets the MEES standards.
If a landlord lets a domestic private rented property covered by MEES with an EPC rating of F or G and no registered exemption, a Compliance Notice and a Penalty Notice can be issued to the landlord, with a maximum penalty of £5000.
We offer landlords in St Albans special MEES reports that show the current energy rating and step by step instructions of how to improve it.
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To arrange an EPC in St Albans, call Energy Smart on 0800 048 7734 with the property address and access details.