Obtaining an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is a legal requirement for landlords in the UK, applicable to both commercial and residential properties. The EPC provides information about a property’s energy efficiency and suggests ways to improve it. The process involves an assessment by a qualified Domestic Energy Assessor (DEA) or Non-Domestic Energy Assessor (NDEA), depending on the property type.

During the assessment, the assessor will evaluate various aspects of the property, such as insulation, heating systems, lighting, and ventilation. The collected data is then used to generate an EPC, which includes an energy efficiency rating from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The certificate also provides recommendations for improving energy efficiency and reducing carbon emissions.