What an EPC Assessor Does During a Home Visit
When you book an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) with scottishepcregister.co.uk, an accredited EPC assessor visits your property to collect information about its energy efficiency. The visit is quick, professional, and non-intrusive — typically taking between 30 and 60 minutes for a standard home.
The Purpose of the Assessment
The EPC assessor’s job is to evaluate how efficiently your property uses energy for heating, lighting, and hot water. Using this data, they calculate your home’s official energy rating (from A to G) and provide recommendations for improving efficiency. The final certificate is lodged to the official government database and emailed to you within a short turnaround time.
What the Assessor Will Check
During the EPC inspection, the assessor carries out a visual survey of the property. No drilling or damage occurs — it’s purely observational. The assessment covers the following areas:
✔ Property construction – The type of walls, roof, and building materials used.
✔ Insulation levels – Loft, cavity wall, and floor insulation (if visible).
✔ Windows and glazing – Single, double, or triple glazing, plus frame type.
✔ Heating system – Boiler type, age, controls, and radiators.
✔ Hot water system – Cylinder type, insulation, and controls.
✔ Lighting – Percentage of fixed low-energy or LED bulbs.
✔ Renewable technologies – Solar panels, heat pumps, or other systems.
✔ Floor area and layout – Overall size and number of habitable rooms.
What You Need to Prepare
You don’t need to do much before your appointment, but it helps if the assessor can access key areas like:
✔ The loft (if safe to enter)
✔ The boiler and hot water cylinder
✔ Windows and doors throughout the property
✔ Any heating controls or thermostats
✔ Meters and energy-related systems (if easily accessible)
If you have documentation proving recent upgrades (for example, insulation installation or a new boiler), showing this to the assessor can help ensure your EPC accurately reflects the property’s improvements.
How Long the EPC Visit Takes
For most homes, the visit takes around 30 to 45 minutes. Larger or more complex properties may take slightly longer. The assessor will take notes, measurements, and photographs of key features (such as heating systems and insulation points) for reference — all data is handled securely and confidentially.
After the Visit
Once the inspection is complete, the assessor enters all data into government-approved EPC software. This software calculates your property’s energy efficiency rating and creates your official EPC report. The certificate includes your rating, estimated energy costs, and recommended improvements.
The final EPC is then lodged to the national EPC Register and emailed to you in digital format, typically within 24–48 hours of the visit.
Why Choose scottishepcregister.co.uk?
✔ Fixed £59.99 EPC price – no hidden fees
✔ Fully accredited domestic energy assessors
✔ Fast turnaround and professional reports
✔ Covering Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Dundee, Stirling, Perth, Inverness, and more
✔ Honest advice and friendly service
We Are Independent and Accredited
scottishepcregister.co.uk is an independent EPC contractor, not the official government EPC register. All certificates we produce are lodged to the official system through accredited channels. Our assessors are qualified, insured, and committed to delivering accurate and compliant energy assessments.
Book Your EPC Assessment for £59.99
Ready to arrange your EPC? Contact us today to book your home visit for just £59.99. We’ll send a qualified assessor to your property, explain the process clearly, and provide your official certificate quickly and professionally.
Contact Information
Telephone: 0751 813 5361
Email: johnpaulhood2015@gmail.com
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