EPCs Explained: Useful Tool or Tick-Box Exercise?
About this episode
Phil Spencer and David Sanders discuss the effectiveness and challenges of Energy Performance Certificates for homeowners.
Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are everywhere - but do they actually help homeowners make decisions? Alongside expert insight from David Sanders from Vibrant Energy Matters, Phil Spencer breaks down what EPC ratings are meant to do, why they often fall short, and why so many homeowners find them confusing or frustrating. They explore how EPCs fit into the retrofit conversation, what factors actually affect the rating and why better guidance is needed. Do you know your home’s EPC rating, and has it ever been useful? We want this series to reflect real homeowners so please do share your retrofit experiences, questions, and home upgrade stories in the comments. Your input will help shape future episodes and support others on the same journey! 💬 Brought to you in collaboration with Vibrant Energy Matters 👉Find out more: https://www.vibrantenergymatters.co.uk/ 👉 VIDEO TIMESTAMPS ⏳ Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:33 What is an EPC and What Should It Do? 01:24 Why EPCs Come Under So Much Criticism 02:53 How EPCs Affect Landlords and Rental Properties 03:50 Understanding Your EPC Rating as a Homeowner 04:58 EPCs in Mortgage Applications and the Lending Industry 06:05 Why EPCs…
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