Energy Performance Certificates in South Cumbria
Buying, selling, or renting a property in South Cumbria? No matter which category you fall into, having a valid EPC certificate is now required by law. Operating locally, South Cumbria EPC is an energy surveying company that specialises in residential energy performance certificates.
We cover the surrounding areas
LA7 Milnthorpe
LA8 Kendal
LA9 Kendal
LA10 Sedbergh
LA11 Grange- Over-Sands
LA12 Ulverston
LA13 Barrow-in-Furness
LA14 Barrow-in-Furness
LA15 Dalton-in-Furness
LA16 Askam-in-Furness
LA17 Kirkby-in-Furness
LA18 Millom
LA19 Millom
LA20 Broughton
LA21 Coniston
LA22 Ambleside
LA23 Windermere
CA10 , CA11, CA12
What is an EPC?
Energy Performance Certificates measure how efficient a property is
on a scale of A-G.
The basis of the survey is to calculate how efficiently a property is being heated and how quickly that property is losing the heat. So the surveyor will be measuring the size / volume of the building, the fabric of the building from lofts, wall, floors , windows etc, coupled with the type, efficiency and controls of the heating and hot water systems.
The report is not just the bar chart seen on agents details, but a 4 to 5 page report breaking down the efficiency of that particular property and recommending various options that will create savings on fuel bills, plus what saving could be made using various renewable energy sources.
The reports are not designed to scare people into action but to show potential purchasers, tenants and owners / landlords how relatively small changes can save considerable sums of money over the years and thereby reduce the properties carbon dioxide omissions.
Frequently asked questions about Energy performance Certificates (EPC)
How long does a survey take?
Depending on the size of your property, a two to three bedroom house could take 45 min to an hour, a 4+ bedroom around an hour.
What Happens during an EPC?
In order to carry out the assessment properly our assessors will need access to all rooms, this includes your loft space. We’ll ensure we inspect heating systems, take measurements of your home and take photos of key areas included in the survey. This should be a non-invasive process and a visual inspection will be all that is needed.
Why do I need an EPC?
As a seller, landlord or letting agent, you are legally required to show prospective buyers or tenants the Energy Performance Certificate for the property in question. If you fail to provide an EPC when requested, you can end up paying a £200 fine, and your property can be potentially taken out of the market.
How long is an EPC valid for?
Your EPC will be valid for 10 years.
Virtual tours (3D) and floor plans
South Cumbria EPC also offers Floor Plans and 3D Virtual Tours.
We are now able to create high-resolution, accurate, 3D captures of any property with the use of our state-of-the-art Matterport Pro 2 camera. The 134-megapixel 3D camera creates flawless virtual tours of properties of any size, and then by adding web links, we can make the process even more interactive.
Our Matterport Pro2 camera can scan a room and upload the data directly to a smartphone or tablet. This information can then be changed in the 3D virtual tour and an optional 2D schematic floor plan. The perfect addition to your business website, Google business page, or any marketing literature.
Contact us today to discuss how we can help you provide stunning virtual tours that will sell any property.
