20 surveyors — EPC Certificate in UK Cities
EPC Certificate in UK Cities — Frequently Asked Questions
EPC assessments in UK Cities typically cost £65–£120 for a standard residential property. The fee depends on property size and whether you need same-day or standard delivery. Same-day appointments are available from most assessors listed here.
Most accredited EPC assessors serving UK Cities can attend within 24–48 hours of booking. The certificate is lodged to the national register the same day as the assessment in most cases, so you receive it by email within hours of the visit.
All rental properties in UK Cities must hold a valid EPC with a minimum rating of E. Properties rated F or G cannot legally be let without a registered exemption on the PRS Exemptions Register.
Most of UK Cities's Victorian and inter-war terraces and semis achieve D or E ratings without improvements. The most effective routes to a better rating are loft insulation, cavity wall insulation (where applicable), a modern condensing boiler, and double or triple glazing.
An EPC is valid for 10 years from the date of issue. You can use the same certificate for multiple tenancy changes or a property sale within that period, provided no significant energy efficiency changes have been made.