Commercial EPC Assessments
Comprehensive commercial EPC assessments for sales, lettings, compliance and asset management decisions.
What is a Commercial EPC?
A commercial EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) is a legally required assessment of a building’s energy efficiency. It is produced by an accredited assessor and provides an energy rating from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient), along with recommendations to improve performance and reduce running costs.
Commercial EPCs are tailored to the building type, age, construction and services. Unlike domestic EPCs, they consider more complex building systems such as heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), lighting, and larger floor areas. An EPC helps landlords, occupiers and investors understand compliance requirements and the building’s likely energy performance in use.
When Should You Instruct a Commercial EPC
What Our Commercial EPCs Cover
Our commercial building surveys include a careful, non-intrusive visual inspection of accessible areas at the time of inspection. Each report is clearly structured and supported by photographic evidence.
Understanding Commercial EPC Ratings
Our commercial building surveys use a clear priority-based system to highlight areas of concern. These ratings help clients understand which elements of the property are in satisfactory condition and which require attention, repair or further investigation, supporting informed commercial decisions.
How EPCs Are Used
Our commercial EPC assessments are designed to support compliance and clear decision-making. They provide a valid certificate and practical recommendations, written in plain English and focused on outcomes.
Support Sales and Lettings
Provide the EPC required for marketing, sale or lease, helping avoid delays during a transaction.
Support Negotiations on Price or Terms
Use the EPC rating and recommendations to support informed negotiation and reduce uncertainty.
Plan Energy Efficiency Improvements
Prioritise upgrades that can improve performance, reduce running costs and support future-proofing.
Understand Compliance and Letting Risk
Identify where a low EPC rating may impact letting under MEES and plan the right next steps.
Support Asset and Portfolio Strategy
Benchmark EPC ratings across sites and plan improvements, refurbishment, retention or disposal.
Discuss Your Requirements
Tell us the property type, size and purpose. We will confirm what is needed and provide a tailored quote.
Get a QuoteCommercial Property Types We Assess
We provide commercial EPCs for a wide range of non-domestic property types across different sectors. Our EPC assessments are tailored to the building type, its use and the complexity of the services installed.
- Industrial Units and Warehouses
Including distribution centres, storage facilities and light industrial buildings. - Office Buildings
From small office premises to multi-storey commercial offices. - Retail Units and Shopping Parades
High street units, parades, showrooms and standalone retail properties. - Mixed-Use Properties
Buildings combining commercial and residential elements (where an EPC is required for the non-domestic areas). - Small to Medium Commercial Premises
Including owner-occupied and locally managed properties.
If you are unsure whether a commercial EPC is required for your building, our team will be happy to advise.
Speak to Our TeamFrequently Asked Questions
A commercial EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) is a document that shows the energy efficiency of a non-domestic building. It provides an energy rating from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient) and includes recommendations to improve performance.
A commercial EPC is usually required when a property is:
sold
let
constructed
marketed for sale or lease
In most cases, the EPC must be available at the point the property is marketed, not after a buyer or tenant is found.
A commercial EPC is valid for 10 years, unless major changes are made to the building that could affect energy performance. If the EPC is still in date, it can usually be reused for future sales or lettings.
No. A commercial EPC is not a condition survey and does not report on defects, maintenance issues, or repair liabilities. It is an assessment of energy performance and focuses on construction elements and building services such as heating, cooling and lighting.
Commercial EPCs (also called non-domestic EPCs) are more complex than domestic EPCs. They account for:
larger floor areas
different building uses
more complex heating and cooling systems
ventilation and lighting performance
The methodology and assessment approach are different to a residential EPC.
We typically require access to the property and basic information such as:
floor areas and layout
building use and zoning
heating, hot water, ventilation and cooling systems
lighting type and controls
construction details (where available)
If you have plans, O&M manuals or specifications, these can help speed up the process, but they are not always essential.
This depends on the size and complexity of the building. As a general guide:
smaller premises may take around 1–2 hours
larger or more complex buildings may take longer, particularly where there are multiple zones or HVAC systems
We will confirm likely timescales once we understand the property type and size.
What is MEES and how does it relate to EPC ratings?
Yes — in many cases, EPC ratings can be improved. Common improvements include:
upgrading lighting to LED with controls
improving heating efficiency and controls
upgrading insulation (where applicable)
improving glazing performance
reviewing HVAC efficiency
The EPC recommendations report provides suggested measures, although the best improvements depend on the building type and intended use.
Commercial EPC costs vary depending on the size, layout and complexity of the property. A small single-unit building is usually quicker to assess than a large multi-storey or heavily serviced building.
We provide clear, tailored quotes once we know the property type, approximate floor area and location.
Why Choose Us
Local
Expert surveyors with superb local knowledge.
Prompt
Efficient service and prompt report delivery.
Quality
Outstanding, consistently 5-star rated service.
Affordable
Top-quality, affordable pricing for assessments.
