Energy Performance Certificates - Kent and Sussex
An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is now a European Directive basically this report explains by way of a chart and recommendations how you can improve the efficiency of your home. To create your report the domestic energy assessor/surveyor will use Restricted Data Standard Assessment Procedure (Rd SAP) calculations.
Your report will display an energy rating chart on the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC); showing your current energy efficiency rating and the potential rating if you were to carry out the recommendations, the chart shall show your carbon Co2 footprint.
The Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) report shall then explain recommendations to increase efficiency and a guide to the cost of such work.These recommended improvements will in most cases include, smaller cheaper improvements such as fitting all radiators with Thermostatic Radiator Valves; this will enable you to control the temperature in each room of your home.
Other improvements we would suggest, up-grade the jacket on your hot water cylinder, also consider adding a thermostat to the hot water cylinder this will conserve energy and save you money.
More expensive, intensive technical work would involve replacement windows, wall insulation, and up-grading your boiler to an "A" or "B" rated system, before engaging any of our recommendations you should always consult a professional and qualified person in their field or your local council. You will need approval if you live in a Listed Building or a Conservation area