A spotlight on EPCs

As a landlord, you’re adept at managing your investment from tenant relations to maintenance. However, keeping up with ever-evolving regulation can feel like a full-time job in itself! With years of experience, our team at EPIC can handle all relevant compliance certificates and documentation to offer landlords peace of mind, rather than paperwork.

What is an EPC?

An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) – like the labels you see on appliances – provides a rating from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient) for properties. The certificate is valid for 10 years* from its issue date.

Why is an EPC so important?

The simple answer is: it’s a legal requirement. Whether you’re selling or letting your property, it must have a valid EPC. The certificate must be in place before a new tenancy begins or you list your home to sell.

Beyond compliance, a strong EPC rating offers several advantages. In today’s energy-conscious world, tenants are increasingly looking for properties that are sustainable and with lower running costs. This can result in a higher rental yield, or higher market value for your energy-efficient property.

Future proofing

Inline with the Scottish Government’s 2045 net-zero target, they are set to introduce major changes to EPCs in 2026 with a reformed rating system, reduced validity period (five years*), aligning with UK-wide standards and a redesigned certificate.

Whilst exact timelines can see some adjustments based on ongoing consultations, Scottish landlords should be prepared to meet:

• A minimum EPC band D (current standard)

• A minimum EPC band C by 2028

• End usage of polluting heating systems by 2045

This means that properties with lower ratings (E, F or G) may require significant upgrades to remain compliant in the coming years.

How EPIC can help you

We understand that keeping track of assessments, coordinating professionals and navigating potential future changes can be time-consuming and stressful. At EPIC, our reliability means that we can make the process seamless for you. We can:

• Arrange the assessment with a local accredited energy assessor to obtain or renew your property’s EPC, ensuring it meets all legal requirements

• As part of the assessment process, you will receive recommendations to identify cost-effective opportunities to improve your property’s energy efficiency rating and should your property require any upgrades to meet current or future standards, our property maintenance and renovation services can step in. We’ll coordinate all necessary works through our trusted network of tradespeople, ensuing high-quality compliant improvements

• We help keep track of your certificate expiry dates and legislative changes, ensuring you’re always compliant well in advance 

Is your EPC up to date? Our commitment to providing peace of mind for landlords means you’ll always know where you stand with your property’s energy performance.

Contact us today 💡

epicpropertyservice@gmail.com | 01224 645 500