Who needs a Commercial EPC ?
All commercial properties require a Commercial EPC before they can be sold, marketed or occupied. There are a few exceptions which include
For existing buildings where multiple occupancy is concerned, such as business centres or large complexes split into individual tenancies each of the "units" require their own EPC.
What is the benefit of a Commercial EPC ?
Firstly it helps ensure you comply with the law and avoid fines or are prevented from selling or marketing your property. In the case of an Commercial EPC from Enerservices we provide you with a unique and FREE Client Report. This document helps turn jargon into a practical guide on how and where you can reduce your energy consumption and utility costs.
How long is a Commercial EPC valid for ?
A Commercial EPC is valid for 10 years unless there are changes to the physical size, an extension or combining of areas, or the heating/ventilation systems are changed.
What happens if we don't have an EPC ?
You will not be able to complete the sale or enter into a new lease agreement.
You can be fined between £500 and £5000 which based on the RV (rateable value) of the building if you do not have a Commercial EPC.
Brexit
The commitment remains to the existing law. Commercial properties are major consumers of power and the governments objectives are to reduce the carbon footprint of industry. In fact there are additional regulations coming into force in April 2018 - MEES (Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards) which set a level of energy efficiency as an "E". These standards mean that any property not acheiving these standards cannot be sold or marketed.
If you need free impartial advice or information on a Commercial EPC or how the MEES standards can affect you call us on 01253 486 919 or 0800 133 7534 or select your Local Number here.
What you get from Enerservices
The EPC Certificate forms the basis of your Client Information Pack which in our case :-
EPC Certificate
Laminated EPC Certificate - for display on your premises
Recommendation Report
Client Report - a unique and FREE addition which turns the jargon into something you can practically apply
The Information Pack is then emailed to you, with a full document posted. If you wish we will also forward copies to Solicitors, Estate Agents or other Advisors.
What about payment ?
Only when the Report is completed do we ask for payment. There are no upfront fees to pay. The price we quote you is for the full service. Don't be caught out by people who quote you a price for the survey and then come back to you at the end asking for more money for the EPC Certificate.
How good are your prices ?
Our prices are fair and we NEVER change the price. We don't have a standard price, everyone is based upon your building and the work involved. We'll ask a few questions about the property and how it is used and provide you with a fixed priced quotation.
If you need free impartial advice or information call us on 01253 486 919 or 0800 133 7534 or select your Local Number here.
