If you’re planning to sell or let a commercial property, you are legally required to have a valid Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). An EPC helps potential buyers and tenants compare properties based on their energy efficiency and running costs. Each certificate also includes a recommendation report outlining how the building’s energy performance can be improved.
🔍Benefits of a Commercial EPC
- Provides a standard energy and carbon emission rating from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient)
- Most properties typically fall within the D/E range
- Higher ratings make properties more attractive to potential buyers and tenants
- Lower energy costs for efficient buildings can increase rental and resale appeal
Booking a Commercial EPC with Arch Property Experts
Booking is simple. You can:
Fill out our contact form and we’ll provide you with a quote as soon as possible, or
Call us directly on 07872 946 752 to discuss your property and schedule an EPC assessment
Once an EPC is booked, your property becomes legal to market immediately—even before the assessment is complete. Just keep your proof of booking on hand.
Why It’s Important to Have a Valid EPC
Since the 2012 EPC regulation update, it is now a legal requirement to have a valid EPC within 7 days of marketing a commercial property. Both property owners and agents share this responsibility.
Not complying may result in fines ranging from £200 to £5,000, based on the property’s rateable value.
An EPC is also required when:
A property is viewed
Written information is requested
Contracts are being exchanged
Are Any Properties Exempt?
Yes, the following types of commercial properties do not require an EPC:
Places of Worship
Temporary structures intended for use under 2 years
Standalone buildings with usable floor space under 50m²
Buildings with a demolition order
Low energy-use properties, such as agricultural barns
Who Will Carry Out the EPC?
At Arch Property Experts, we work with certified Non-Domestic Energy Assessors (NDEAs). Each assessor is:
Qualified for the level your property falls under
Accredited by a government-approved body
Regularly audited to maintain quality standards
What Data Produces the EPC?
The EPC assessment includes an analysis of the property’s:
Size, age, and construction materials
Lighting and ventilation systems
Insulation (walls and loft)
Window types
Heating and hot water systems
The data is processed using iSBEM (Simplified Building Energy Model), a government-approved software tool that benchmarks your property against a standardised model.
After the Assessment
Once the EPC is complete:
It’s lodged on the Landmark Register (for England & Wales, Scotland, or Ireland)
You’ll receive:
Your Commercial EPC
A Recommendation Report
A unique 24-digit Report Reference Number (RRN)