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EPC Advice

Is there anything I need to watch out for when getting an EPC certificate? I've found this company who do it for a fixed fee of £45 but that seems quite cheap (or is it that others just overcharge?) https://manchesterepc.com/

They say they are Storma certified 

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  • Have a look at

     /www.ofgem.gov.uk/publications/frequently-asked-questions-about-energy-performance-certificates-epcs.  Might help.
  • FreeBear
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    edited 24 November 2021 at 1:04PM
    Danger_Mouse said: Is there anything I need to watch out for when getting an EPC certificate?
    If you have "hidden" insulation - e.g. underfloor, cavity, internal wall, etc - Have paperwork to hand to show what was done else they may decide not to include it in the calcs.

    Oh, and they rarely show the true cost of heating/lighting. It is just averages pluck from who knows where....
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  • canaldumidi
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    edited 24 November 2021 at 3:49PM
    Just use the cheapest registered assessor. Get cerificate; law complied with; sorted.
    As Freebear says, whoever you use, point out relevant facts they might miss and have paperwork to hand.
  • Is there anything I need to watch out for when getting an EPC certificate? I've found this company who do it for a fixed fee of £45 but that seems quite cheap (or is it that others just overcharge?) https://manchesterepc.com/

    They say they are Storma certified 
    Thats a standard price-  agents etc over charge a lot. 
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