EPC (Energy Performance Certificate)
A valid Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) is a legal requirement for every rental property. It's valid for ten years unless you undertake significant works on the property.
In a nutshell the certificate is actually a report that tells you how energy efficient your property currently is. If you don't currently possess a valid certificate, Upad will send a fully qualified and registered assessor around to inspect the property, and then issue you one, wherever you are in the UK.
Instructing the service online is very easy, however If you'd like any further advice, or you'd like to instruct the service over the phone call our team on 0333 240 1220 and we'll get it moving for you.
Arranging an energy performance inspection and certificate through Upad is simple. You’re already most of the way there. Our national network of registered assessors can usually be at the property the next day. Once you’ve instructed the service, our local assessor will be in touch to arrange access, generally next day.
- Click on 'Order an EPC' to get started. If you haven’t given them to us in the past, we’ll need your property details. If you have, simply log into your account and tell us which property needs the assessment.
- Click 'Checkout,' approve your Billing details and proceed to payment once you are happy with the details of your order. An energy performance assessment and certificate is £70+vat. You can’t fail an energy inspection so there’s no more to pay.
Do give us a call on 0333 240 1220 if you need any help. We can always take your order over the phone if you’d feel more comfortable; we'd be happy to hear from you.
Staff Top Tip — George says:
"Go online and take a look at how much other similar properties are charging in rent. This way you can determine whether you are charging too much or too little for your property. You can then maximise your tenant interest and minimize your void period."
- We’ll send you an invoice outlining your purchase for your tax records.
- We’ll instruct our Gas Safe registered engineer to contact you to fix an appointment for your inspection. The inspection normally takes about an hour but it depends on the size of your property.
- We will issue your certificate and keep a record on file for you should you ever need it.
Don't hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions or concerns. You can reach us on 0333 240 1220, 7 days a week (local call rate, even from mobile).
Staff Top Tip — Simon says:
"Know your property: When you are showing your property around, having an in depth knowledge of your property is vital to gaining tenants’ trust. The more they know, the more likely they are to sign that tenancy agreement"
