How Much Does an EPC Cost in Birmingham? (2026 Price Guide)
The quick answer
Our domestic EPC assessment in Birmingham costs £60. This includes the visit, certificate lodgement and delivery, normally within 24 hours of the assessment. Check for a valid existing EPC before booking.
If you are selling or renting out a home in England or Wales, you normally need an EPC. If no valid certificate exists, commission one before marketing. The government's domestic EPC guidance explains the exceptions and the time allowed to obtain it.
What is an EPC?
An Energy Performance Certificate gives a home an energy efficiency rating from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient), with estimated energy costs and recommendations. Actual bills depend on how the home is used.
An accredited assessor records the property's construction and energy features. The resulting certificate normally lasts ten years unless replaced by a newer one. A sale or new tenancy does not automatically require another assessment.
Our EPC prices in Birmingham
EPC providers set their own prices. Compare the total charge, availability and what is included. Here are our prices for domestic properties; commercial buildings need a quote for their size and scope.
| Property type | Our price |
|---|---|
| Flat or apartment | £60 |
| 2 or 3 bedroom house | £60 |
| 4 or 5 bedroom house | £60 |
| Commercial property | Request a quote |
Read our Birmingham EPC service details or book your assessment.
What affects an EPC quote?
Property size and complexity
Larger or more complex buildings can take longer to assess. Give the provider accurate property details and check the final price before booking. Our domestic price is £60.
Who you book through
You can book directly with an assessor or through an agent or booking service. Ask who will carry out the visit, whether they are accredited and whether the total includes any booking fees.
Appointment timing
Availability and urgent appointments can affect quotes. Confirm when the assessor can attend and when you should receive the certificate, particularly if a sale or tenancy depends on it.
You might already have a valid certificate
Before paying for a new EPC, check the free government EPC register using your postcode. Look for the latest certificate and its expiry date. If it is valid and reflects the property, you may be able to reuse it.
If you have improved the insulation or heating since the last assessment, a fresh EPC may better reflect the home. You do not need a replacement simply because you are changing tenants while the existing certificate is valid.
What happens on the day?
A typical domestic visit takes around 30 to 60 minutes. Arrange safe access to the rooms and equipment, and have any available insulation or installation records ready. The assessor checks:
- Walls, roofs, floors and insulation.
- Heating, hot water and controls.
- Windows, doors and fixed lighting.
- Solar panels and other relevant energy systems.
Window type is one of the features recorded.
Insulation evidence helps the assessor record the property accurately.
Common questions
Does a cheaper EPC mean lower quality?
Price alone does not establish quality. Choose an accredited assessor and compare what is included, availability and customer feedback. We are accredited through Elmhurst.
What if my rating is lower than expected?
Review the recommendations. Selling does not normally require you to install every recommended improvement. Covered private rented homes must currently reach E or have a valid exemption. Our MEES landlord guide separates current rules from the planned 2030 changes.
Do I need an EPC for a remortgage?
A remortgage alone does not normally trigger the EPC requirement, but your lender may require one. Check with the lender before booking. Building, selling or letting a property can trigger separate duties.
Book your Birmingham EPC for £60
Local, Elmhurst accredited assessments across Birmingham and the West Midlands. Certificates normally delivered within 24 hours of the visit.
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