What to Expect During an EPC Assessment
If you have never booked an EPC before, here’s a simple breakdown of what happens during the visit and what the assessor will be looking at.
Typical duration
30–60 mins
Property access needed
Yes
Certificate turnaround
24–48 hrs
1. Arrival and property access
The assessor will arrive at the property and begin by confirming access to all main areas, including any loft space or utility areas where relevant.
2. Measuring and recording
Rooms, extensions, and key property features are measured and recorded to build an accurate picture of the home.
3. Review of energy features
Heating systems, hot water, lighting, windows, and insulation levels are reviewed as part of the EPC assessment.
4. Photographs and notes
Photos may be taken for evidence and compliance records. These help support the final assessment.
5. Certificate issued
After the visit, the information is processed and the EPC is produced, usually within 24–48 hours.
What the assessor may look at
- ✓Property size and layout
- ✓Age and construction type
- ✓Boiler and heating controls
- ✓Loft and wall insulation where visible
- ✓Windows and glazing
- ✓Low-energy lighting
Good to know
An EPC visit is non-invasive and generally very straightforward.
The assessor does not carry out repair work or disruption-heavy checks.
The aim is to record the existing energy-related features of the property accurately and produce a compliant certificate.
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