Since 1st October 2008, landlords are now legally required to provide prospective tenants with an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) for each property that they let. This is a Government initiative which grades properties for rent on their energy efficiency, and also recommends ways in which the property could be improved to increase efficiency.
Produced by accredited energy assessors, part of the EPC includes a report which lists the potential rating that your home could achieve, if you made changes. You could use this information to:
- cut the fuel bills
- improve energy performance in the property
- help cut carbon emissions
Landlords are required to make the EPC available to prospective tenants to enable them to make comparisons between properties. Tenants are more likely to rent properties which are energy efficient, especially when you consider rising fuel costs. You can obtain an EPC through Skipton’s subsidiary Connells Survey & Valuation, part of one of the largest and most successful estate agency groups in the UK. For just £80+VAT you have the added benefit of knowing you are purchasing your EPC through someone you know and trust.
To find out more about obtaining an EPC, simply go to
www.epc-orders.co.uk/skiptonbs or call Connells Survey & Valuation direct on 0845 5212374 quoting 'Skipton'.
In order to apply for your EPC you need to register as a new customer once on the website.
This service is provided by Connells Survey & Valuation Limited. Registered in England. Registration number 04046987. Registered Office: Cumbria house, 16-20 Hockcliffe Street, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire LU7 8GN. A subsidiary of Connells Limited.