- The Energy Efficiency Assessment is required to comply with EU directive 2002/91/EC, which aims to promote improvement in the energy performance of buildings. The Energy Performance Certificate is now a mandatory component of the HIP, since changes in Government policy as of July 19th, 2006.
- The EU directive requires an EPC for ALL residential dwellings at the time of sale.
- The certificate will give prospective purchasers an easy-to-read guide to the likely energy costs of occupying the property and will aim to save home owners up to £300 a year in energy bills.
- Domestic energy consumption causes 25% of national carbon dioxide emissions, and heating uses 90% of energy in the home. Improvement in the energy efficiency of our homes is therefore important in reducing overall emissions.