Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How long will the survey take?
A. We will normally be on site for approximately one hour. The calculations are completed at our office and the Certificate will be produced within 24 hours.

Q. What is included in the Energy Performance Certificate?
A. The Certificate will look broadly similar to a certificate on a refrigerator. Its purpose is to record in a clear unambiguous format, how energy efficient the home is as a building. Using colour charts, the EPC records the current rating and compares this with potential rating at which the owner should aim.

Q ) Who can produce the Energy Certificate?.
A) The Energy Performance Certificate can only be completed by a qualified and licensed Domestic Energy Assessors or Home Inspectors.

Q) Does the Energy Performance Certificate need to be completed before a property is marketed?
A) The Certificate must be attached to the property details as supplied by the estate agent. Also proof must be provided that the legal documents and searches have been ordered by your pack provider.

Q) Who has access and permission to view the Energy Performance Certificate?
A)Permission to view the contents of an Energy Performance Certificate by estate agents or prospective buyers must be given by the owner of the pack

Telephone 01271 858467 Mobile 07902 707685 Email: info@devonhip.co.uk

Signpost Cottage
Harracott
Barnstaple
North Devon
EX31 3JN