Check whether your home already has an EPC
Start with the official register before paying for another assessment.
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Domestic EPC guidance with the source attached
Short, practical guides for homeowners, landlords and residential property agents. Every regulatory guide includes its review date and official sources.
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When a home needs an EPC
A plain-English starting point for residential sales and lettings in England and Wales.
Read guideHow to prepare for a domestic EPC assessment
Practical access and evidence checks that can make the visit more straightforward.
Read guideHow to read a domestic EPC
Understand the rating, assumptions and recommendations without treating estimates as guarantees.
Read guideNottingham landlord EPC checklist
A focused workflow for checking a rented home’s certificate and current requirements.
Read guideWhat to do after home energy improvements
Keep useful evidence and decide whether a new EPC has a clear purpose.
Read guideHow to find an accredited domestic energy assessor
Use the official register to find assessors and verify accreditation before you book.
Read guideHow long a domestic EPC lasts
Check the certificate date, address and whether a newer EPC has been lodged.
Read guideEPC exemptions and special cases: where to check
Some buildings and situations are treated differently; use current official guidance rather than assuming an exemption.
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