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EPC Choice is pleased to announce that the company is now officially registered with the Gas Safe Register under Registration Number 980224.

This marks another significant milestone in the continued expansion of EPC Choice’s nationwide property compliance and inspection services across England and Wales.

If you’re a homeowner preparing for an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), one of the most common—and costly—uncertainties is whether your property has cavity wall insulation (CWI)

The Government has just announced a further £41m in funding for local authorities to ramp up enforcement against non-compliant landlords — ahead of the Renters’ Rights Act coming into force on 1st May 2026.

EPC Choice has announced a new partnership with Instaloft, helping homeowners and landlords increase EPC ratings by protecting loft insulation performance.

If you’re an EDF Energy customer looking for an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), you’ll need to use an accredited provider.

EPC Choice provides fast, compliant EPCs for landlords and homeowners across the UK

With Medway Council introducing new Additional and Selective Licensing schemes, landlords—especially HMO landlords in Medway—must ensure full compliance. This includes having a valid Energy Performance Certificate (EPC).

Since 15 June 2025, many property owners have been surprised to see relatively modern double-glazed windows described as “Average” — or even “Poor” — on their Energy Performance Certificate (EPC).

EPC Choice Ltd has been recognised with an Excellent rating on VerifyTrusted, reinforcing its position as one of the UK’s most trusted providers of Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs).

Demand for an EPC in Wandsworth has increased significantly following recent enforcement action by Wandsworth Council targeting non-compliant rental properties. Landlords are reminded that a valid Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is a legal requirement when letting or selling a property, and minimum energy efficiency standards (MEES) require most rental properties to achieve at least an EPC rating of E.

If you want a provider that is local, reliable, and fully compliant with UK regulations. EPC Choice is the trusted national provider delivering fast, accurate Energy Performance Certificates for homeowners, landlords, estate agents, and commercial clients.

An Energy Performance Certificate is a legal requirement when selling, letting, or constructing a property. It must be produced by an accredited assessor and lodged on the Government register. Choosing an experienced provider ensures your certificate is compliant, defensible, and delivered without delay.

The Government’s Warm Homes Plan and the reform of Energy Performance Certificates

(EPCs) represent a decisive shift in how energy efficiency will be regulated, measured and

enforced across the private rented sector (PRS) in England and Wales.

Do You Need an EPC for Individual HMO Rooms or the Whole Property?

There is persistent confusion among landlords and agents about EPC requirements for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), particularly where rooms are let on individual tenancies. This uncertainty has become more significant with the tightening of MEES regulations and increasing local authority enforcement.

Do EPCs Need No Recommendations for BUS When Installing an ASHP?

There’s been ongoing confusion in the renewable heating market about whether an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) needs to show no recommendations when installing an air source heat pump (ASHP) under the UK’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) — especially when quoted by providers like Octopus Energy.

Due to the adverse weather conditions caused by Storm Goretti, some EPC Choice services may experience temporary disruption over the coming days.

We’re proud to announce that EPC Choice is now officially regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) — a significant milestone that underscores our unwavering commitment to professionalism, integrity, and excellence across the energy and property compliance sector.

If you’re selling, letting, or remortgaging a property, you’ll need a valid Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). An EPC must be carried out by an accredited assessor, and at EPC Choice we make it quick, easy, and affordable to get yours.

We are delighted to announce that EPC Choice has been recommended by Octopus Energy as a trusted provider of Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) across the UK.

As part of this partnership, we are proud to offer an exclusive 10% discount to all Octopus Energy customers who book our 48-hour EPC service.

If you’re a homeowner booking an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), you’ll want to make sure your property achieves the best rating possible. Many people don’t realise that the little details you share with your energy assessor can make a big difference to the final score.

One of the most common things homeowners forget? Smart heating controls such as TADO, HIVE, Nest, or Honeywell Evohome.

EPC Choice, one of the UK’s largest and most trusted providers of Energy Performance Certificates, is proud to announce dedicated coverage for Barkingside and the wider Ilford area.

From Victorian terraces along Tanners Lane to 1930s semis near Barkingside High Street, our local EPC assessors understand the unique property styles in this part of East London.

At EPC Choice, we’re more than just a national provider of Energy Performance Certificates — we’re also a trusted voice in the UK landlord community, helping landlords stay ahead of the latest EPC rules, legislation, and best practices.