Domestic and commercial EPCs across the UK
Fast, reliable Energy Performance Certificates for homeowners, landlords, estate agents, and commercial property owners. RPSA-accredited assessors, flexible appointments, and clear certification.
An Energy Performance Certificate is one of the most commonly required property documents in the UK — and one of the most straightforward to arrange. Whether you are selling a home, letting a property, or managing a commercial building, Mellor James provides fast, accurate EPC assessments carried out by Elmhurst Energy-accredited professionals, with certification delivered promptly and without unnecessary complexity.
Domestic EPCs
Domestic EPCs
An Energy Performance Certificate is required by law when selling or letting a residential property in the UK. Our domestic EPC assessments are carried out by fully accredited assessors and cover all residential property types.
Properties covered: houses · flats and apartments · HMOs · rental properties · properties being sold · new tenancies · Airbnb and short-let properties · portfolio landlords.
The certificate rates the energy efficiency of the property from A to G and includes recommendations for improvement. Valid for 10 years from the date of assessment.
Ideal for: homeowners selling a property, landlords letting to new tenants, estate agents, and portfolio managers requiring multiple assessments.
Commercial EPCs
Commercial EPCs
A Commercial EPC is required for the sale, let or construction of non-domestic buildings. Our accredited assessors cover the full range of commercial property types across the UK.
Properties covered: offices · retail units · shops · warehouses · industrial units · restaurants and hospitality premises · commercial investments · mixed-use buildings.
The certificate provides an energy rating from A to G based on the building's theoretical energy performance. Valid for 10 years.
Ideal for: commercial property owners, investors, estate agents, letting agents, and businesses managing commercial premises.
Is an EPC required by law?
In most cases, yes. Here is a quick guide to when an EPC is legally required and when it is recommended.
Required by law
- Selling a residential property
- Letting a residential property to new tenants
- Selling or letting a commercial building
- Constructing a new commercial building
- Airbnb or short-let properties in some circumstances
Good practice & strategy
- Improving energy efficiency before sale
- Checking your rating ahead of 2030 legislation
- Supporting a planning or development application
- Benchmarking energy performance across a portfolio
- Understanding costs before purchasing a property
The value of getting it right
Energy assessments are not just a compliance exercise: they deliver measurable results.
Get in touch
Get started
Ready to work with us?
Get in touch today and we’ll confirm availability and pricing within 24 hours.