How much does an EPC cost?
An EPC is a fixed-price assessment that scales a little with property size. Estimate yours below — you need a valid EPC to let or sell.
What an EPC involves
- 1Book an assessor
A domestic energy assessor visits and surveys the property's fabric, heating and insulation.
- 2Rating
The property is rated A–G. Landlords currently need at least E; tighter minimums (C) are proposed for later.
- 3Improvements
To raise the rating, budget separately for insulation, heating upgrades and low-energy lighting.
The EPC itself is cheap; the cost that matters is closing the gap to a compliant rating. With minimum-standard rules tightening, modelling insulation and heating upgrades against future lettability is increasingly part of the deal.
EPC costs (indicative)
| Property | Basis | Indicative cost |
|---|---|---|
| Flat / small house | assessment | £45 – £70 |
| 3-bed house | assessment | £55 – £85 |
| Large / HMO | assessment | £80 – £120 |
| EPC valid for | — | 10 years |
An EPC lasts 10 years. Improving the rating (insulation, heating) is a separate cost.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an EPC cost?+
An EPC typically costs £45–£90 depending on property size and location. It's valid for 10 years and is required to let or sell a property.
What EPC rating do landlords need?+
Currently a minimum of E to let in England and Wales. Proposals would raise the minimum to C for new tenancies later this decade — factor improvement costs into longer-term plans.
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Want to know how these figures are calculated? See our cost methodology.
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