
Do You Need an EPC for an Inherited Property in 2026?
If you have inherited a property, one of the first practical questions you may face is whether an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is required.…

If you have inherited a property, one of the first practical questions you may face is whether an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is required.…

If you’re in the middle of selling your home and your Domestic EPC expires before completion, it can create confusion — but in most…

If you own, manage, lease or invest in commercial property, understanding the Commercial Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) process is an important part of property…

The short answer: most domestic EPC assessments take 20–90 minutes on site — roughly 20–40 minutes for a studio or small flat, 40–60 for…

Most homeowners, landlords and property buyers have heard of an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), but surprisingly few people have actually taken the time to…

Energy efficiency has become an increasingly important consideration for commercial property owners, landlords, investors and occupiers. Whether you own an office, retail unit, warehouse,…

Owners of listed buildings get more conflicting advice about EPCs than almost anyone I assess for. Half are told listed status means full exemption;…

"Why is my EPC rating so low? The house is well insulated!" — if I had a pound for every time an owner said…

An EPC band shows the calculated energy efficiency of a property. EPC bands range from A, which represents the highest energy efficiency, to G,…

Many homeowners, landlords and property investors spend money on energy-efficiency improvements expecting a higher EPC rating, only to discover that the final certificate changes…