Overview
An Energy Performance Certificate is a legal requirement whenever a property is built, sold, or rented in the UK. The certificate rates the property's energy efficiency on a scale from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient) and includes recommendations for improvement.
Synavo provides fast, reliable EPC assessments for both residential and commercial properties. Our accredited assessors deliver accurate ratings backed by thorough on-site surveys, helping you meet your legal obligations and understand your property's energy performance.
Our Process
1. Booking & Preparation
We schedule your assessment at a convenient time and provide clear guidance on what access we need. Most domestic EPCs can be completed in a single visit of 45 to 90 minutes.
2. On-Site Survey
Our assessor inspects the property's construction type, insulation levels, heating systems, windows, lighting, and renewable energy installations. Measurements and photographs are taken to support an accurate rating.
3. Data Entry & Calculation
Survey data is entered into government-approved software (SAP for domestic, SBEM for non-domestic) to calculate the energy rating. The software models the property's energy consumption and carbon emissions under standardised conditions.
4. Certificate Issue
Your EPC is lodged on the national register and issued to you, typically within 24 to 48 hours of the survey. The certificate is valid for 10 years.
Key Benefits
- Legal compliance — Meet your obligation under the Energy Performance of Buildings Regulations when selling, renting, or constructing property.
- Quick turnaround — Certificates issued within 24 to 48 hours of the on-site survey.
- Improvement recommendations — Every EPC includes a list of suggested measures with estimated cost savings, giving you a practical starting point for energy improvements.
- MEES readiness — Understand whether your rental property meets the current Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (band E or above) and what steps are needed to comply.
- Accredited assessors — All Synavo assessors are registered with an approved accreditation scheme, ensuring quality and regulatory compliance.
Who It's For
- Homeowners selling or renting their property.
- Landlords ensuring their rental stock meets legal EPC requirements and MEES.
- Estate agents needing reliable EPC provision for their property listings.
- Commercial property owners requiring non-domestic EPCs for office, retail, or industrial space.
- Developers needing on-construction or as-built EPCs for new developments.