Is your property under threat of 2018 M.E.P.S (M.E.E.S)?  (Click Here to find out)

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The Solution - E.P.C Alpha Plus 

Best Compliance can give expert advice on how to best approach the new regulations, our primary solution for this is to undertake a unique survey called an E.P.C Alpha Plus, starting from as little as £200.
We recommend this for any properties with a current "E" grade or below as they are in immediate danger of falling foul of the 2018 M.E.P.S and give a risk management solution.
Firstly we cross check if there is a current commercial EPC attached to the building , and if so is it accurate and useable. We then undertake an in-depth energy survey of the property, before building up a sophisticated 3D energy model of the property and run it through multiple computer simulations to find the optimum solution(s). You are then supplied with up to 5 alternatives to gain a minimum of a D rating. However, we do not stop there! Our team are also able to cost the works, working from the simulations to provide estimates to show if it is within the 7 year payback period. Our goal is to find you the most cost effective and optimum method(s) to reach your required EPC.




What can I expect from my EPC Alpha Plus.
EPC Alpha plus is the highest report we undertake this includes previous stage 1 and stage 2 reports, but is accompanied by a stage 3, this incorporates costings to implement work and a typical pay back period which is a very important part of the new legislation.

We also write a detailed report stating what Lighting and HVAC improvements are recommended and their specification with regards to efficiency. For example replacing all existing T8 recessed lighting to LED lamps and fittings should achieve a minimum lamp and ballast efficacy of xx lumens/watt and a light output ratio of xx etc.

We use a tailored built in-house costing software, using quotations from previous jobs and reputable price books, accompanied by location factors and tender priced indexes which will enable you to have outlined competitive costings to undertake the works.

All this is put together in a comprehensive professional report and is becoming the most popular service we provide.

For an example of our EPC Alpha Plus please click here ©

When do I need an EPC? 

If you are instigating a commercial property transaction yourself or on behalf of a landlord it is a legal requirement to have an Energy Performance Certificate in place to form part of the marketing and legal paper work. The trigger will be the point at which the property is presented to the market.

Domestic Energy Performance Certificates:

Building Efficiency and Sustainable Technologies LTD have a trained team with a wealth of experience in all aspects of EPC certification.

Our cost effective, fast and reliable service has made us the provider of choice for many of our clients.

Commercial Energy Performance level 3 and 4:

The definition for a Level 3 and Level 4 energy performance survey is that the building is classed as a Non-Dwelling; i.e. for commercial use only. The difference between the levels of the survey is due to the complexity of the heating and ventilation system installed. Here at B.E.S.T Ltd we have fully trained and accredited surveyors capable of surveying commercial properties to both Levels 3 and 4. Our energy efficiency report will include the current performance of the building; as the grade index of an EPC report can have a direct effect on both the value and rental prospects of the building. Once an EPC has been issued it will remain valid for 10 years unless any significant change occurs within this time period.

Our SBEM calculations (Simplified Building Energy Model) show our clients how to recoup their investment in Green technologies in 4 stages.

1.With a short term payback – within 3 years
2.With a medium term payback - Between 3 to 7 years
3.With a long term payback – over 7 years
4.Further recommendations based on our expert knowledge of the Sustainable Technologies market and potential government funded schemes that our client may be eligible for.

EPCs will be ever increasing in importance as 2018 nears, with an estimated 15-20% of all buildings currently with an F or G rating. Buildings graded “E” in 2008 have the potential to be a grade “G”, due to changes in building regulations, by 2018.

B.E.S.T Ltd provide a unique, cost effective, service to your business to ensure that you are compliant to this legislation prior to 2018.

Visit: http://www.bestcompliance.co.uk/services/building-compliance/epc-energy-performance-certificates/

Why is a commercial EPC more expensive than a domestic one?

Unlike the EPC software used for residential property, the Commercial EPC software makes
many fewer assumptions on the property and is correctly based on that specific building and
not a notional one as is the case of a domestic EPC, so the Commercial Energy Assessor has to
collect much more accurate data and comment on the construction and fabric of the building
and the services in much more detail;
For example, calculating resulting U values, light output ratios to specific fan power.
The Commercial Energy Assessor has to be more qualified and skilled and the whole energy
assessment process takes significantly longer, including the building of a 3D CAD model of the
property to run through dozens of simulations. The result being that the Commercial EPC is
significantly more expensive than its residential counterpart. Fees will vary depending on the
size, complexity and heating and cooling facilities of the building. The other major factor for the
price increase is that just to place the commercial EPC on the government database costs
more than the entire cost of an average domestic EPC.


For more information: 

http://www.bestcompliance.co.uk/services/building-compliance/epc-energy-performance-certificates/

What are E.P.C's

Energy Performance Certificates offer an interpretation of a buildings existing and potential energy efficiency. at B.E.S.T Compliance Ltd the assessments are carried out by our fully accredited energy assessors who will conduct an appraisal of the subject property noting the exact dimensions of the building, its age, construction type (including the existing HVAC this acronym means heating, ventilation and air conditioning), thermal elements, windows and building controls. 
                                        

 

The result is produced via the creation of a 3D CAD energy model of the building. This gives an accurate measure of the energy efficiency of the building and is displayed in the form of a letter rating (A-G). There is also another rating displayed on the chart that is the benchmark of similar buildings. 

 

B.E.S.T Compliance Ltd offer three stages of Energy Performance Certificates, from the standard EPC and recommendation report right the way through to the preparation of the Minimum Energy Performance (M.E.P.S)

For more infomation visit:http://www.bestcompliance.co.uk/services/building-compliance/epc-energy-performance-certificates/

If you require a commercial E.P.C you will benefit from an Alpha Plus service - Exclusive to ourselves at Bestcompliance Ltd. for more infomation follow this link or read our blog post on Alpha Plus surveys.

http://www.bestcompliance.co.uk/services/building-compliance/epc-alpha-plus-meps/