The UK's EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) is a reporting certificate used to evaluate the energy efficiency of a house.The British government has set certain standards for the energy efficiency of properties. For owners whose property energy levels do not meet the EPC standards, they must modify the property, otherwise they will be Face certain fines.
Renovating a property will inevitably bring about certain renovation costs.As mortgage rates rise , inflation and living costs tighten, UK property buyers are becoming more focused on the energy efficiency rating of their homes to avoid unnecessary increases in energy costs.
#{ 34}According to research conducted by UK property developer Blenheim Estate Homes , energy efficiency is now one of the most important factors for UK home buyers looking to save as much as possible.
Of those surveyed, 64% # { 50} said they would like solar panels to be standard on new homes; 42% said they would like to have electric vehicle charging stations Households are a must-have; 35% of respondents said air source heat pumps were their first choice.
Ai r source heat pumps are more efficient at reducing carbon emissions than traditional boilers 60% and potentially save homeowners monthly heating bills.
#{ 6}In addition, 71% #{ 83% of users believe that high-quality insulation is a decisive factor when looking for a new home.
UK Real Estate Platform#{ 23}Zoopla #{ Alex Rose said :"Rising energy costs and growing awareness of climate change are starting to impact the priorities of property buyers. 41} As the government introduces more policies to improve energy efficiency and reduce the UK's carbon emissions, we expect this trend to continue in the coming years.”
#{46 }has a high # for move-in UK property lenders will also reward buyers of EPC rated energy-efficient homes with better interest rates or mortgage cashback, although incentives are currently small. }
