As well as providing Energy Efficiency reports we also provide a number of other survey and report services, covering Mortgage Valuation, Homebuyers Survey and Valuation and Building Survey.
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Energy Efficiency Reports are now required by law for all property sales in the United Kingdom before a property is marketed for sale -- and with effect from 1st October 2008 all new property lets and tenancy re-renewals require an EPC in addition to all property sales.
Energy Efficiency Reports rate a property similar to how electrical domestic applicances such as refrigerators and washing-machines are currently rated -- providing an energy efficiency rating between "A" to "G", where "A" is the highest rating and "G" is the lowest rating. The ratings are based on the building itself and its internal systems, such as heating and lighting, rather than additional electrical items.
The property is assessed on its environmental impact, such as Carbon Dioxide (CO2) emissions, and its overall efficiency. These ratings can vary depending on the size of the building, as well as its age and location -- and realistic measures to help increase the property's ratings are included, which can help lower the owner's utility bills.
The Energy Saving Trust can help improve a property's energy efficiency, and could even provide grants or discounts to those eligible to help improve their property.
SWH Surveys Ltd are an Accredited Elmhurst Domestic Energy Assessor and can provide Energy Efficiency Certificates for properties intended for the domestic market. Elmhurst Energy Systems are one of a number of Govenment-approved providers of Energy Efficiency training and accreditation.
