Do I need an EPC for my property?

In simple terms if you are selling or renting a property in England, Scotland or Ireland, then the answer is yes, it is a legal requirement. 

However, once completed, an EPC is valid for 10 years so there maybe an existing, valid EPC available to use for legal purposes. You can check on the government website if the property has a valid EPC - simply type in the postcode, look up the property address to check - if no valid EPC is listed then EPC 1066 can assist. 

CLICK here to check the postcode
 

Does an annexe require a separate EPC? 

There is a strong possibility that the answer is yes and in simple terms this will depend on two key factors ........... 

1. Does the annexe have it's own access - a separate entrance from outside or a communal hallway?
2. It's own cooking and bathing facilities?

If the above are true, it is likely the annexe would be considered as a separate property and require an EPC, as well as the main property, even if they have a connecting door, share a heating system or share an electricity meter.

If in any doubt it's worth contacting us to discuss.  

Does a non self-contained annexe form part of the main property EPC?

For example if there are bedrooms, study etc within detached garage or outbuilding converted into part of the main living accommodation of the main property that:

1. do not have cooking or bathing facilities
2. are heated from the main property heating source  

The annexe would be included within the assessment of the main property and a single EPC would be issued.

If heated from a separate source or unheated the annexe would be discounted from any assessment.