National Commercial Energy Performance Certificates in Warwickshire, Hereford, Gloucester and South Wales
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Commercial Energy Performance Certification

"Reports4Property (R4P) offer a fast, efficient and cost effective solution providing certification of all types of commercial property (level3 & level4 – most service providers can only provide a level 3 service). We have multiple inhouse level 4 assessors which means we are able to undertake the largest of jobs with the minimum of disruption onsite. Equally we able able to handle multiple instructions simultaneously for agents requiring a number of inspections undertaken quickly.

We manage the process from start to finish as we have the technology and protocols in place to deliver a simple and effective certification process, from pre-site data gathering, on-site inspection and finally iSBEM technology calculation and production of your certificate.

We believe that now is the time to consider how your business is going to handle this process, and we would be very happy to discuss with you, the services and support that Report4Property can offer."

R4P are part of a national network of independent practitioners able to undertake national contracts, tenders and contract-wide SLA’s for continuity of service delivery. Whether we are working for you as a one-off, on a regional or national basis we never forget -  “when we work for your organisation – we represent your organisation!”

The background behind commercial EPC’s
Energy Performance Certificates for commercial buildings (classed as non-dwellings) that you construct, lease or sell are now mandatory.

How long is the EPC valid for?
A commercial EPC is valid for 10 years unless major modifications to the building have been made within this timeframe.

Who is responsible for commissioning an EPC?
Landlords and property managers are responsible for ensuring that an Energy Performance Certificate is made available. Failure to commission an EPC could result in substantial fines for anyone responsible for the marketing of a property – if in doubt ask your solicitor, agent or call us on 0845 680 0526.

Properties affected
Many buildings will be affected by the introduction of Commercial Energy Certificates in the future, these include:

  • Energy Certificates for Retail Units
  • Energy Certificates for Industrial Units
  • Energy Certificates for Hotels
  • Energy Certificates for New Build commercial units

What is the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD)?
This is a legal EU Directive, introduced in January 2006 with a three year implementation period which ended on the 4th of  January 2009.

What is its objective?
It aims to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions as part of the Government’s strategy towards a sustainable environment and to meet climate change targets under the Kyoto Protocol.

What mechanism is used to deliver the EPBD in non-dwellings?
Energy Performance Certificates (EPC)-These are required on construction, sale or lease of all commercial buildings that are being marketed, there is no need to obtain an EPC for an existing tenancy though.