How To Make Home Energy Improvements When You’re Renting
MEES: Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards Since 2007, every property being let (or sold) in the UK has been required by law to have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). A trained and registered EPC assessor collects information on heating systems, insulation,…
A Guide to Hotel EPC Certificates
What is an EPC? Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) were first introduced by the government in 2007, to present accurate representations of how energy efficient different properties are. This is especially important in the UK, where the housing stock can be…
EPCs and Floor Plans
What is an EPC? Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) were first introduced by the government in 2007, to present accurate representations of how energy efficient different properties are. This is especially important in the UK, where the housing stock can be…
What is a MEES report and when do I need one?
If you’re a property owner then you might have heard of MEES reports, and you’ve probably heard of EPCs. Although they’re important terms if you own any buildings in the UK, a lot of people aren’t quite sure what they…
Guide to SAP Assessments
What is a SAP assessment? SAP is an acronym that stands for Standard Assessment Procedure. It’s a set of reports that reflect the energy efficiency of a building. What kind of building needs a SAP assessment? Building regulations for all…
Does my EPC rating affect my house price?
When selling a house, it’s only natural that you want to get the best possible price you can for it. There are many ways to do that, so what should be top of your list? With so much paperwork to…
The Green Room: Episode 1 – Solar PV and Energy Certificates
Read MoreThe Green Room: Episode 1 – Solar PV and Energy CertificatesDo You Need an EPC for a Listed Building?
When it comes to EPC’s, people have gone back and forth for years over whether listed buildings are subject to the same regulations as standard properties . It’s a story of ambiguity and poorly worded legislation, and we’re getting to…
5 Cheapest Ways to Increase your EPC Rating
Invest in a hot water cylinder jacket They may not be a thing of beauty, but a hot water cylinder jackets might be the single most cost-effective investment you can make for saving energy, cutting bills, and achieving a higher…
MEES, EPC’s and External Wall Insulation
How can I improve the EPC rating of my property? A lot of homeowners look to improve the value of their properties in terms of aesthetics – updating the kitchen, bathroom, etc., but people often overlook how much improving the…