Stay Compliant and Get Sold
When selling your home, there are many details to consider, but one crucial legal requirement you cannot overlook is the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). At Brookings Estates, we not only guide you through the process but also ensure you stay compliant with UK regulations, avoiding unnecessary fines and delays. Here’s everything you need to know about EPCs and how we make it easy for you.
What Is an EPC?
An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) provides a rating of your property’s energy efficiency, from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). It also includes recommendations for improving energy efficiency, which can help future buyers understand how to reduce their energy costs.
An EPC is legally required when selling or renting a property in the UK, and it must be made available to potential buyers or tenants.
What Are the Legal Requirements for EPCs?
The law is clear:
Organise Before Marketing: The seller must commission an EPC before the property is marketed for sale.
Grace Period: If the EPC is organised but not yet available, the property can still be marketed for up to 7 days.
Extended Grace Period: If the EPC cannot be obtained within 7 days, you are allowed an additional 21 days to secure it, making a total of 28 days from the start of marketing.
After the 28-day window, marketing the property without an EPC is illegal and could result in fines.
What Happens if You Don’t Have an EPC?
Failure to comply with EPC regulations can result in:
Fines: Both the seller and the estate agent can be fined up to £200 per property if the property is marketed without an EPC after the 28-day period.
Marketing Restrictions: Trading Standards can issue a stop order, forcing you to halt all marketing activities until the EPC is in place.
How Brookings Estates Keeps You Legal: At Brookings Estates, we take the stress out of the EPC. Here’s how we ensure compliance and get your property sold:
EPC organising Made Easy: We will help you arrange an EPC through trusted assessors as soon as you instruct us, ensuring there are no delays in marketing your home.
Streamlined Marketing Process: We track the 7-day and 28-day legal windows, so you don’t have to worry about compliance deadlines.
Transparent Guidance: We’ll keep you informed every step of the way, ensuring you understand the importance of an EPC and how it fits into the sale process.
Comprehensive Marketing Support: Once the EPC is in place, your property will benefit from our premium marketing package, including professional photography, floor plans, and online exposure on platforms like Rightmove and Zoopla.
Why Choose Brookings Estates?
Selling a property involves navigating various legal and logistical hurdles, but with Brookings Estates, you can rest assured that your sale is in safe hands. Our commitment to integrity, transparency, and professional expertise means that we don’t just help you sell your home—we help you sell it the right way.
Whether you’re a first-time seller or a seasoned homeowner, we’ll make sure your property is compliant, beautifully presented, and primed to attract buyers.
Ready to Sell? Let’s Get Started
Don’t let compliance issues hold back your sale. Contact Brookings Estates today, and we’ll guide you through the process from start to finish—keeping you legal and getting you sold.
