Energy Performance Certificates

EPC’s have been introduced as part of a European directive to help improve the energy efficiency of properties and also the environmental impact that the energy used to heat, light and power properties have. AC Gold Energy can carry EPC surveys for you to help ensure your property is as efficient as possible.

Following an EPC survey the property is given a rating on a scale of A-G (A being the most efficient, G the least efficient).

The EPC is accompanied by an associated Energy Report. This provides further information regarding the energy efficiency of the property. It includes;

• Recommendations of cost effective improvements that could be carried out to the property to improve its energy efficiency and save you money. The recommendations are split into two sections:
• those that could be carried out at a relatively low cost (below £500) and those that would incur a higher cost (over £500)
• The property’s estimated annual energy use.
• Carbon dioxide emissions.
• Fuel running costs based upon current energy use.

Once your EPC survey has been carried out we will provide you with your very own, obligation free, tailored Energy Performance Plan. This Affordable Step by Step Energy Performance Plan details our costs for carrying out the work recommended in your Energy Performance Certificate and could give you the option of spreading the payment for any works we carry out over a 12-36 month period.

Did you know…

• Energy used in homes is responsible for over a quarter of all UK emissions of carbon dioxide, the main greenhouse gas causing climate change. Making your home as energy efficient as possible will reduce carbon emissions and could also save you on average £250 a year on your fuel bills. * Directgov
• Over half of the heat in an uninsulated home is lost through the walls and roof. Most UK homes don’t have the recommended amount of insulation. * Directgov
• You could save around £55 a year by changing all your light bulbs to Energy Saving Recommended ones? * Energy Saving Trust