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Energy Performance Certificate - Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does the Energy Performance Certificate Inspection consist of?
Position and orientation of the building, thermal performance of the envelope of the building, internal inspection include looking at elements such as heating and hot water systems, air conditioning, artificial ventilation and lighting.
Q: What does the Recommendation Report include?
The recommendations are split into short, medium and long term measures to improve the energy efficiency of the building.
Q: Which buildings are exempt from requiring an Energy Performance Certificate?
In some cases the following buildings may not require an Energy Performance Certificate:
- Temporary buildings
- Places of worship
- Buildings with a floor area of less than 50m2, except for dwellings
- When a building is bought to be demolished
- Industrial or agricultural buildings with low energy demands
Q: What are the benefits of carrying out the actions from the Recommendation Report?
- Energy reduction
- CO2 reduction
- Excellent return on investment
Q: What are the penalties for not undertaking an Energy Performance Certificate?
The Office of Fair Trading can issue fines for non-compliance up to £5000.
Q: What makes Self Energy UK’s services unique?
Unlike other Certification providers, Self Energy is uniquely positioned. Not only can we provide you with your Energy Performance Certificate, we can implement advisory measures in the Recommendation Report to improve your building’s Energy Performance Certificate rating. More importantly, we will guarantee the performance of those measures through an Energy Performance Guarantee.
Q: How long is an Energy Performance Certificate valid for?
The certificate is valid for a period of ten years, in some cases works carried out the building can trigger the need for a new certificate or multiple when a number of individual units are created.
Q: Does each unit within a larger building require a separate Energy Performance Certificate?
Yes, each separate unit that is offered for sale or rent will require an individual Energy Performance Certificate.
Q: Who is responsible for ensuring an Energy Performance Certificates is undertaken?
The seller, landlord or builder depending on the circumstances.
Self Energy can deliver guaranteed energy savings through an Energy Performance Guarantee with potentially ZERO investment from the client
