Commercial energy certificate
Book Commercial energy certificateA Commercial Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is a legal requirement for most non-domestic properties when built, sold, or rented. It provides an energy efficiency rating from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient) and includes recommendations for improvement.
When do you need a Commercial energy certificate?
A Commercial EPC is legally required when a commercial property is constructed, sold, or rented out to a new tenant. It is valid for 10 years.
What happens on the day
A qualified Non-Domestic Energy Assessor will visit your property to collect data on its construction, heating systems, lighting, and insulation. They will then use this data to generate your EPC.
How to prepare
- Ensure access to all areas of the property, including plant rooms and loft spaces.
- Gather any existing floor plans or building specification documents.
- Provide details of heating, cooling, and lighting systems.
- Have information on insulation levels, if known.
How to improve your result
- Consider upgrading lighting to LED or other energy-efficient options.
- Improve insulation in walls, roofs, and floors.
- Upgrade old heating and cooling systems to more efficient models.
Why it is useful day to day
A good Commercial EPC rating enhances property value, attracts tenants, and can lead to significant savings on energy bills, while also fulfilling legal requirements.
Why we ask these questions
We ask about the property type, size, age, and number of zones or units to estimate the complexity of the assessment. Details on existing heating/cooling systems help ensure an accurate rating.