How long does an EPC last?

An Energy Performance Certificate is valid for 10 years from the date of issue. There is no legal requirement to renew it within that time, unless you are selling or letting the property again—at which point a valid certificate must be in place.

However, we recommend updating your EPC if you’ve made significant energy improvements. This might include installing a new boiler, upgrading insulation, adding solar panels, or fitting an air source heat pump. A new EPC will reflect these changes and may result in a higher energy rating.

An up-to-date certificate not only helps when marketing a property but may also support compliance with future regulations or eligibility for funding schemes. Increasingly, we’re seeing mortgage lenders take EPC ratings into account, with properties that achieve higher ratings often qualifying for lower interest rates.