On Construction EPC
EPCs are produced using a standard methodology with standard assumptions about energy usage so that the energy efficiency of one building can easily be compared with another building of the same type. This allows prospective buyers to see information on the energy efficiency and carbon emissions from their building so they can consider energy efficiency and fuel costs as part of their investment.
Example EPC
What is a PEA?
An EPC can only be produced for a physically complete property. Where an energy assessment is required for a building prior to completion, a Predicted Energy Assessment (PEA) will be produced. The energy assessment carried out at the design stage has until now resulted in a Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) certificate. This will now be the PEA.
Example PEA
Home Information Pack (HIP) regulations require a PEA if a property is to be sold 'off plan'. An EPC will still be required on physical completion for building control and to give to the new property owner. It will be necessary to update a HIP with a full EPC if no buyer has been found by the time the building is constructed.
Do you require SAP Calculation/PEA/EPC?
In the past a SAP has been produced for each generic house type and when that house type has been used it has not needed to be rated every time. Now every unit will require an as-built EPC. To obtain a quote for either the PEA and OCEPC click here.