Energy Performance Certificates

An energy performance certificate (EPC) measures the energy efficiency and environmental impact of a building, rating it from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient) for dwellings, or 1 to 100 for commercial properties. UK Building Compliance produces EPCs for new builds, extensions, and conversions of both domestic and non-domestic properties. Registered with Elmhurst Energy and Stroma-accredited, we ensure your property is legally compliant and lodged on the national register.

What Is an Energy Performance Certificate?

An energy performance certificate is a legal document that provides information about a building's energy efficiency. It rates the property across two measures: an energy efficiency rating and an environmental impact rating. For domestic properties, the scale runs from A (best) to G (worst). For commercial properties, the scale runs from 1 (worst) to 100 (best).

EPCs were introduced to the UK in 2007, following the EU's Energy Performance of Buildings Directive of 2002. They form part of the government's strategy to help people save money on energy bills and reduce carbon emissions. Following Brexit, the UK has retained and expanded these regulations.

An EPC is produced from the results of either SAP calculations (for dwellings) or SBEM calculations (for non-dwellings). The certificate includes a breakdown of the property's energy performance alongside recommendations for cost-effective improvements that could increase the rating.

Why Do You Need an Energy Performance Certificate?

It is a legal requirement to have a valid energy performance certificate before you can sell, rent, or let a property in England and Wales. This applies to both domestic and commercial buildings. Since April 2018, it has been unlawful to rent a residential property with an EPC rating of F or G — a requirement known as the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES).

For new-build properties, the EPC is produced as part of the building regulations compliance process. Without a valid EPC, building control cannot issue a completion certificate, which means the property cannot be legally sold or occupied. The certificate must be lodged on the government's Landmark register and is valid for ten years, unless the property undergoes a material change such as an extension or conversion.

Beyond the legal requirement, an EPC provides valuable information for buyers, tenants, and landlords. A higher rating indicates lower energy costs, which can increase property value and rental appeal. For developers and housebuilders, achieving strong EPC ratings demonstrates quality and helps differentiate your properties in a competitive market.

Our EPC Process

UK Building Compliance provides a straightforward, efficient EPC service for both domestic and commercial properties.

1. Assessment review — Our technicians review your completed SAP or SBEM calculations to ensure they are accurate and ready for EPC production. If you do not yet have calculations in place, we can produce these for you as part of a combined service.
2. EPC generation — Using the verified calculation data, we produce your energy performance certificate showing the property's rating, energy costs, and improvement recommendations.
3. Register lodgement — The EPC is lodged on the government's Landmark register, providing an official record that can be accessed by buyers, tenants, and building control.
4. Improvement advice — We provide cost-effective design advice on how to increase your EPC rating further, helping you achieve the best possible result for your property.

What's Included

• Energy performance certificate for domestic or commercial properties
• Review and verification of underlying SAP or SBEM calculations
• Lodgement on the government's Landmark register
• Energy efficiency rating and environmental impact assessment
• Recommendations report with cost-effective improvement suggestions
• Consultancy and design advice included in the price
• Combined service available with SAP calculations or SBEM calculations

Who Needs an Energy Performance Certificate?

An energy performance certificate is required for virtually all property transactions and new construction in the UK:

• New-build dwellings — Every new home requires an EPC produced from SAP calculations before building control will issue a completion certificate.
• New commercial buildings — Non-domestic new builds require an EPC produced from SBEM calculations.
• Properties being sold — An EPC must be available to potential buyers before a property is marketed for sale.
• Properties being let — Landlords must provide a valid EPC to tenants before a tenancy begins. Properties rated F or G cannot be legally let.
• Extensions and conversions — A new EPC is required following any material change that affects the property's energy performance.

Housebuilders, developers, landlords, estate agents, commercial property owners, and housing associations all rely on EPCs as part of their legal obligations.

Why Choose UK Building Compliance?

UK Building Compliance has been producing energy performance certificates for over 15 years, working with housebuilders, developers, landlords, and commercial property owners across the entire United Kingdom. Our assessors are registered with Elmhurst Energy and hold Stroma accreditation, along with ATTMA, ABBE, BPEC, and UKAS certifications.

We offer a complete building compliance service, so your EPC can be seamlessly combined with SAP or SBEM calculations, air tightness testing, water efficiency calculations, and ventilation testing — saving you time and money by working with a single trusted provider.

Based in Hinckley, Leicestershire, we provide nationwide coverage with competitive pricing and rapid turnaround. Call us on 01455 242297 or request a quote online.