Commercial EPC

When is a Commercial EPC required? You may not have been aware of it, but Commercial EPCs actually began to roll out this year, coming into force from April 2008. Already all non domestic buildings above 2,500 square metres that are being constructed, sold, major renovations or let will require a CEPC. By 1st October 2008 this will be rolled out to all remaining commercial properties. 

 

A commercial EPC should be compiled, completed and produced by accredited energy assessors. There are many of these assessors available and prices can vary substantially so it's certainly worth shopping around. So, all in all, the Commercial Energy Performance Certificate is a very different entity from that in the Residential sector, even though they do share some core ideas. The Commercial EPC is a complicated environment and professional advice should always be sought. Try to avoid using panels or middle men, and speak directly to the experts in their field.

 

Each EPC will last for ten years. The Department of Communities and Local Government (CLG) must measure the effects of EPCs on the business sector. Adjustment may have to be made if it has a damaging effect because of cost in a recession and the ability of the landlord to lease their property easily. This legislation will effect business premises across the range of sizes so nobody will be unaffected by this.

 

With a reduced energy consumption, you can look forward to lower energy consumption bills. The overall effect on the environment is also positive. This will also attract a huge number of buyers. A house with a better rated EPC can generates more interest in buying pr while marketing your property. Hence, if you are a landlord, you must avail an Energy Performance Certificates. It is indeed a very good proposition. You can also get competitive quotes on an EPC.