EPC and Safety Certificate

Under UK regulations, rented properties must hold a range of property safety certificates to demonstrate that the property is safe and legally compliant for tenants to live in. These include gas safety certificates, electrical safety certificates, electrical appliance certificates, energy performance certificates (EPCs), and legionella risk assessment certificates. Ensuring these certificates are in place is essential for meeting legal obligations, reducing risk, and protecting both landlords and tenants.

EPCs, in particular, play a dual role in both compliance and marketing. As a legal requirement for property marketing, EPCs must be obtained before a property can be advertised. They also provide prospective tenants and buyers with valuable insight into a property’s energy efficiency, which is increasingly important as energy costs rise and minimum energy efficiency standards continue to tighten. For estate agencies, offering a reliable EPC solution can support smoother transactions, enhance the client experience, and generate a consistent source of referral income.

There are many outsourced providers of property safety certificates, some of which integrate directly with estate agency CRM systems. These integrations can help agencies track compliance deadlines, reduce administrative burden, and demonstrate best practice to landlords. Digital providers, in particular, promote the speed, transparency, and convenience of applying for and receiving certificates through online platforms.

Choosing the right partner can support agencies not only in staying compliant, but also in strengthening their marketing proposition, positioning themselves as a trusted, knowledgeable one-stop shop for landlords and vendors. Review your options below.

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