EPC Tips

Here's some tips on how to get the best (highest) EPC score possible for your property:

1. Upgrade Lighting: Replace traditional bulbs with energy-efficient LED lights to improve your EPC score. This simple change enhances lighting efficiency and positively impacts your property's overall energy performance.

2. Insulate Hot Water Tank: Ensure your hot water tank is well insulated to minimise heat loss. Proper insulation can contribute to a higher EPC rating by improving the energy efficiency of your water heating system.

3. Enhance Loft Insulation: Adequate loft insulation is crucial. If I can't see it because there is no loft access this may reduce your score. If your loft is uninsulated, consider installing or upgrading insulation. This helps retain heat within your property, positively influencing your EPC score. Make sure to have paperwork available to verify the insulation if it's not visible due to lack of access.

4. Verify Cavity Wall Insulation: Confirm and provide documentation for cavity wall insulation. If installed, it significantly contributes to a higher EPC rating. Ensure paperwork is available, especially if the insulation is not visible due to rendering.

5. Upgrade Double Glazed Windows: If your double-glazed windows were fitted after 2002, ensure paperwork with the installation date is available. This information positively affects your EPC.

6. Boiler Efficiency Details: Furnish precise details about your gas or oil heating boiler, including make and model. Accurate information and related paperwork can result in a higher EPC score than default settings, contributing to a higher rating. If your boiler is outdated, consider upgrading to a more energy-efficient model. Modern boilers often have higher energy efficiency ratings, positively influencing your overall EPC score.

7. Maintain Adequate Ventilation: Ensure your property has adequate ventilation to prevent issues related to dampness and mold.