Energy Performance

Only undertaken for self-contained dwellings and are familiar to most of us when we sell or let a home.

When used for existing housing stock, the site visit is undertaken and then using RdSAP software, an EPC rating is produced for the property.

Commercial EPCs are produced using SBEM methodology, a more detailed analysis of energy efficiency than the domestic equivalent. They are required for all non-residential buildings being sold or let, including offices, retail units, industrial premises, schools and hotels.

Up Energy has been carrying out commercial EPCs since 2008. We hold Level 3, Level 4 and Level 5 accreditation and have surveyed thousands of buildings of all types and sizes across the South West and beyond.

DECs are calculated using a building's annual recorded energy consumption to provide an Operational Rating. They are a legal requirement for public buildings over 250m² and must be renewed annually for larger buildings.

Up Energy has in-house DEC assessors experienced across schools, hospitals, surgeries, leisure centres and universities. The first year DEC requires a site visit; subsequent renewals can usually be completed remotely.