The Property inspection
The Property Inspection
An inspection of your home or business premises, undertaken by a qualified and accredited Energy Assessor, will give your property a rating on a scale of A-G similar to the energy ratings illustrated on white goods. The EPC will detail recommendations of how you can improve the efficiency of your property- some o
The Property Inspection
An inspection of your home or business premises, undertaken by a qualified and accredited Energy Assessor, will give your property a rating on a scale of A-G similar to the energy ratings illustrated on white goods. The EPC will detail recommendations of how you can improve the efficiency of your property- some of which may have little cost to implement. The inspection is purely a visual one, meaning there will be no disturbance to the fabric of your home, and for example no drilling or removal of fixed panels will take place. The inspection will take generally between 20 and 40 minutes – this will vary depending on the size of the property, and will include the following:
- A visual inspection of the outside of the property
- A visual inspection of each room within the property.
- Measurements will be taken internally
- A visual inspection of the loft space.
- An assessment of the basement or cellar if one is present
- An assessment of adjoining corridors or stairwells in flats.
- Access will be required to mains or bottled gas, electric meters, fuel or oil supplies.
- Inspection of boilers, hot water cylinders, controls and central heating systems.
- A visual check of the lighting within the home.
- An assessment of the glazing fitted in each room (double or single glazing).
- Wall thicknesses will be measured by opening windows or doors.
- An assessment of any other energy related features such as solar panels/photovoltaic panels or renewable energy resources used in the home
- You will be asked to provide details about the property and details of any relevant guarantees, certificates, planning and/or building consents for any extensions, insulation, double-glazing or refurbishment works.
- Many features will depend on the age or the date of installation or construction.
- Any information and documentation about your property and the heating, lighting and window installations will help ascertain your property's rating.
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