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Frequently Asked
Questions
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Q What is a DEA?
A DEA's are accredited and licensed Domestic Energy Assessors
Q Why do I need an Energy Performance
Certificate (EPC) to sell my Home?
A From August 1st 2007 4 bedroom properties (to include all
properties later in the year) will require an EPC before they can be
placed on the market, this is an E.U. directive. The EPC will form
part of the Home Information Pack which from August 1st is a legal
requirement for the sale of residential property in the UK.
Q What is an Energy Performance Certificate
(EPC)
A An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is a graphical
report showing the energy efficiency and environmental impact of
your property.
Q What does the certificate look like
A Description and example of the Energy Performance
Certificate available
HERE
Q Does an actual survey take place at my
property
A Yes, an internal and external inspection of the property is
carried out by a licensed DEA. The survey will take around 1 hour to
complete for an average family house, the assessor will make a note
of the following:
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Confirm age of the property
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Note the construction of the
walls and roof, checking for signs of cavity insulation
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Look for green devices (such as
solar electric panels or solar water evacuated tubes )
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Confirm how many windows are
double glazed and when installed
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Count number of fireplaces,
open or closed
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Check make and model of boiler
and the type of flue and fuel used
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Calculate the number of low
energy bulbs
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Confirm type of heating system
used and controls.
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Measure roof insulation
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Measure the thickness of the hot
water cylinder jacket or foam.
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Check for excessive window area
in larger houses and take precise measurements of conservatories
and extensions.
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Confirm how many 'habitable'
rooms are heated.
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Measure the internal or external
areas of the home.
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Sketch and make relevant notes of
the home and room layout
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What will the Certificate tell me?
A It will provide you with clear information on the energy
performance of the property and cost effective means for
improvement. Most of the improvements will be under £500.00.
Any improvements will make you more comfortable in a warmer and less
drafty home. You will also be saving money and reducing your carbon
footprint by reducing CO2 emissions
Q Will the DEA be affiliated to any energy
companies or home improvement companies.
A No there will be no recommendations made as to which
companies to use for energy improvements.
Q Why an EPC?
The Energy Performance of Buildings
Directive (EPBD) is being implemented in stages throughout England
and Wales between now and January 2009. The Directive states than an
Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) must be produced whenever a
building is constructed, sold or rented out.
EPC’s are being introduced for
marketed sales as part of the Home Information Packs (HIP’s and only
licensed Home Inspectors and Domestic Energy Assessors will be able
to issue EPC’s
ENERGY ASSESSORS TO THE BUILT
ENVIRONMENT
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