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July 5, 2024

Energy Performance Certificates: Do they tell the whole truth?

Energy Performance Certificates: Do they tell the whole truth?

Is your home energy efficient? And if not, how can you solved it?

I'm your host Jason Ratcliffe, a Qualified Surveyor and the Home Health Expert.

My goal is to make sure you're equipped with all the knowledge you need to be safe and happy with your home. It doesn't matter if you're a homeowner, a renting tenant, or a landlord, my aim is the same - to help you get the best from your property. 

In this episode, titled "Energy Performance Certificates: Do they tell the whole truth?", we explore the pros and cons of EPCs and speak to an Estate Agent on how you can get the most energy efficiency from your home, whether you're a homeowner, landlord, or tenant.

Plus, we answer a listener's question on discussing energy improvements with your landlord and offer a tenant top tip for resolving landlord disputes easily.

So, listen in as we explore how to create a healthier, safer home environment for the elderly and vulnerable people in your life. Click play and let's get started!

Timestamped summary of contents

00:00 Introduction

00:56 EPC Certificates

01:12 What is an EPC?

02:41 Downsides of an EPC

04:40 How can EPC Certificate be improved?

08:26 Can EPC rating affect property value?

13:10 Interview with Rob Graves - Property Director

23:39 Listener question - Energy Efficiency

26:35 Top Tip - Resolving Landlord disputes

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