EPC Certificates for HMOs & shared houses
An energy efficiency assessment for the whole building, required before marketing rooms to let — one certificate can cover the full HMO in most cases.
Energy Performance Certificate, explained
An Energy Performance Certificate rates a building's energy efficiency from A to G. For most HMOs a single whole-building EPC is all that's needed, based on how the property was originally built and any shared heating system, rather than a certificate per bedroom.
Every visit includes
- Full building assessment by a qualified Domestic Energy Assessor
- A–G energy efficiency rating with recommendations to improve it
- Clarification on whether your HMO needs one EPC or multiple
- Certificate lodged on the official government EPC register
- PDF certificate emailed same day
EPC prices
| Property | Price |
|---|---|
| HMO / shared house, whole-building EPC | £110 – £140 |
| Additional room-level EPC (rare, case-by-case) | £70 – £90 each |
| Single flat or house | £75 – £110 |
Almost all HMOs only need one whole-building EPC. We'll confirm which applies to your property before booking so you're not paying for more than you need.
Common questions
Do I need an EPC for every room in my HMO?
Almost always no — one whole-building EPC covers all let rooms unless the property was converted with genuinely separate self-contained units.
What if my HMO rates below E?
You generally can't market rooms without a registered exemption. We can advise on the lowest-cost route to reach E.
How long is it valid?
10 years, unless works change the building's energy performance.
How long does the assessment take?
Usually 60–90 minutes for a typical converted HMO, depending on size.
Also required for most HMOs
Tell us about the property
A few details and we'll come back with a fixed quote and the earliest slot, usually the same day.