The Homeowner’s Guide to EPC Ratings: How to Check and Boost Your Score
Check Your EPC Rating in 30 Seconds
Checking your property’s current Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating is completely free and only takes around 30 seconds online. The UK government keeps a public register of certified properties, so you can check it without needing any paperwork.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Visit the Official Register
Go directly to the UK Government’s energy certificate service at gov.uk/find-energy-certificate.
Enter Your Postcode
Type in your property's postcode or street address.
Select Your Property
Choose your exact address from the drop-down list.
View Your Rating
Your certificate will open instantly. At the very top, you will see a multi-coloured chart displaying your current energy efficiency band from A (most efficient) down to G (least efficient).
What Else Does the Certificate Show?
Alongside your current letter band, the report gives you valuable insights into your home's performance:
- Your Potential Rating: The letter band your home could achieve if you carry out recommended energy upgrades.
- Breakdown by Feature: A star rating showing exactly where your home loses the most heat (e.g. grading your walls, roof, windows, and boiler).
- Expiry Date: An EPC is legally valid for 10 years. The report will tell you exactly when yours runs out.
What if My Property Isn't Listed?
If your address doesn't show up, it simply means your property hasn't had an EPC lodged in the last 10 years (which is very common if you haven't bought, sold, or rented it out recently).
If you need one, you can hire a local, accredited Domestic Energy Assessor to inspect your home and lodge a fresh certificate (this typically costs around £65 to £120).
💡 A Quick Tip for Eco Cork Coatings
If you check your register and notice your solid walls are dragging your score down to a D, E, or F band, keep in mind that our 25-year spray cork system acts as an officially recognized insulation measure.
By cutting wall heat loss by up to 30%, it's a brilliant way to push your home up into a higher EPC band before you put it on the market!
Ready to boost your EPC rating?
Calculate exactly how much energy you could save and see the impact on your home's value.