EPC Kilmarnock

Operating as a Landlord can be a nightmare. With all the new legislation which has been put in place over the last few years, keeping ontop of your certification can be a tricky task.
Certificates4landords are here to help!
It is now law that all properties being marketed for rental purposes must have a current EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) in place. We have a team of surveyors which cover Glasgow and Ayrshire, including Kilmarnock.
Not only do we offer EPC Certificates, we are a one stop shop covering EICR certs, PAT Testing, Gas Safety, Legionella Risk Assessments. All of which as a Landlord you need!
Our fully qualified Electricians are also here to fit smoke alarms, heat sensors and any other electrical services you may require.

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Regulations for Landlords

Certificates for landlords cover all the legally required certificates required by the Scottish Government.

One important document is the Legionnaires Disease, Health and Safety legislation.
Landlords are required to ensure their rental properties have undergone a legionella safety check. This must be carried out by a competent person who will supply a completed report of the assessment.
This will also flag up any potential risks with the boiler and any stored water.

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This is an important statement we received from one of our EPC lodging partners regarding he status of Energy Performance certificates after the Referendum of last week.

Elmhurst would like to confirm that as it stands no changes have been made to legislation and therefore the requirement for Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs), Display Energy Certificates (DECs) and Air Conditioning Certificates (ACI) all remain unchanged and anyone who fails to comply with the legislation is likely to face fines and penalties.

In a press statement we have stated that:

Elmhurst Energy believes that the EU has been good for energy efficiency, but it is obvious that issues of the economy and immigration had a greater impact on the outcome and we urge MPs not to ‘throw the baby out with the bath water’ and instead give careful consideration to the benefits that have been gained from the Energy Performance of Buildings Regulations before making any changes.
In December 2015 the United Kingdom (UK) signed the international Paris Treaty with the United Nations (UN), which committed it to demanding a long-term reduction in carbon emissions. As approximately 30% of carbon emissions in the UK come from the buildings we occupy, this is an area that deserves close scrutiny, careful measurement and a long-term government strategy to facilitate improvement and the subsequent social benefits in health and welfare that come from taking people out of fuel poverty.
Energy rating is not an invention of Europe and has been used to assess UK building stock for many years, and will continue with or without Europe. The Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP), the reduced version (RdSAP) and Simplified Building Energy Model (SBEM) were invented in the UK for UK buildings and climate conditions.
The Government will still need policies and tools to enable the UK to use less energy and save people money. Consumers now expect information on everything they buy and buildings are no different. That demand will remain.

Whatever happens next you can be sure that Elmhurst Energy will be lobbying the decision makers to ensure the good work Elmhurst Members do, is understood, and that the value of Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) is fully appreciated.

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****Announcement****

Certificates4landlords will shortly be able to offer Gas safety Certificates as part of our Landlord friendly package.

We are currently recruiting Gas engineers who will be able to issue your compliance certificate and also service and maintain your heating system.
Please keep checking our future blogs for summer offers on all certificates.

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If your thinking of renting your property, here's a list of the documents you will be required to have.

 

Landlord Certificate Checklist

1.       EPC (Energy Performance Certificate).

 Must be renewed every 10 years or if there have been any changes made to the property, ie, new boiler, insulation measures etc)

2.       Legionella Risk Assessment.

 If the property has a mains fed boiler ie: Combi and no water storage tanks, this certificate should be updated every 2 years.  For Properties which have cold water and Hot water storage this certificate should be updated every year.

3.       EICR Certificate (Electrical Installation Condition report) this report must be carried out every five years or at the change of each tenancy.

4.       PAT (portable appliance testing) this should be carried out annually.

5.       Gas safety certificate. This needs to be carried out annually.

Legislation is constantly changing. Please keep your certificates up to date.

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Thinking of renting out your property?

First time landlord?

Do you have an EPC, Legionella Risk Assessment, EICR, PAT Test in place?

These are some of the certificates you need as a Landlord. Don't worry, we can help you.

To keep you on the right side of the law, protecting you and your Tenants contact Certificates4landlords for package deals and special discounts.

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****Summer Offers*****

The Government are looking to fine landlords who do not have an EPC on their property.
Don't get caught!
We offer landlords special rates for portfolios. Or why not take advantage of our package price for an EPC and Legionella risk assessment. Our assessors work to a 24 hour turn-around so you wont be kept waiting.
Great rates with great service!
Check out our website for more details.