The Certificate Lab prides itself on it's efficiency and first class service when it comes to providing Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) and all other property certificates to homeowners, landlords and solicitors in Glasgow.
We only select the best of experienced and friendly professionals to join our team to serve our numerous clients, and we are able to offer the full suite of certificates to anyone looking to sell or lease a domestic or commercial building.
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Our service area includes (but is not limited to): Glasgow, Rutherglen, Bishopbriggs, Giffnock, Bearsden, Cambuslang, Milngavie, Clarkston, Lenzie, Stepps, Newton Mearns, Shettleston, Partick, Maryhill, Kirkintilloch, Cardonald, Drumchapel, Crookston, Govan, Parkhead.
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Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are documents that provide information about the energy efficiency of a building in the United Kingdom.
They are required by law when a building is constructed, sold, or leased and provide a rating of the building's energy efficiency, from A to G, with A being the most energy efficient and G being the least.
An EPC provides information on the building's energy consumption and carbon dioxide emissions, as well as recommendations for improving its energy efficiency.
The certificate also provides information on the building's environmental impact and energy costs, which can be useful for both the building owner and potential buyers or tenants.
EPCs are produced by qualified energy assessors, who carry out an assessment of the building's energy performance and produce the certificate.
The assessor will consider factors such as the age and type of building, insulation, heating systems, and glazing to produce the certificate.
EPCs are valid for 10 years and must be provided to potential buyers or tenants before the sale or lease of the building. Building owners who fail to provide an EPC could face penalties, including fines.
Overall, Energy Performance Certificates play an important role in helping building owners and potential buyers or tenants to understand the energy efficiency of a building, reducing its environmental impact, and lowering energy costs.
In the UK, Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are required by law to be provided when a building is constructed, sold, or leased.
The minimum rating that an EPC must provide is an E. This means that the building must meet a certain level of energy efficiency, with a rating of E or higher, in order to be sold or leased.
Buildings with an EPC rating of F or G are considered to be the least energy efficient and are subject to additional regulations, such as the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) regulations, which came into effect in April 2018.
These regulations state that landlords cannot rent out commercial or domestic properties with an EPC rating of F or G, unless they have made significant improvements to the energy efficiency of the building.
It is important to note that the purpose of EPCs is to provide information on the energy efficiency of a building and to encourage building owners to make improvements to reduce their energy consumption and carbon footprint.
Building owners with a low EPC rating are encouraged to make energy efficiency improvements to reduce their energy costs and improve the comfort of the building for its occupants.
In Scotland, Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are required by law when a building is constructed, sold, or leased.
The minimum rating that an EPC must provide is a "D". This means that the building must meet a certain level of energy efficiency, with a rating of D or higher, in order to be sold or leased.
Like the rest of the UK, buildings with an EPC rating of F or G are considered to be the least energy efficient and subject to additional regulations. For example, the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) regulations in Scotland state that landlords cannot rent out properties with an EPC rating of F or G unless they have made significant improvements to the energy efficiency of the building.
In Scotland, the Scottish government has set a target to reduce carbon emissions by 66% by 2032, compared to 1990 levels. To achieve this, the Scottish government is encouraging building owners to improve the energy efficiency of their buildings and to reduce their carbon footprint.
Overall, Energy Performance Certificates play an important role in Scotland by providing information on the energy efficiency of buildings and encouraging building owners to make improvements to reduce their energy consumption and carbon footprint.
DOMESTIC CERTIFICATES
Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) Glasgow
Our team of EPC energy assessors are trained and skilled practitioners who have provided thousands of Energy Performance Certificates for both sales and rental properties throughout the Glasgow area. Our customers include tenants, landlords, companies and local authorities, for whom we carry out a wide range of EPC and energy efficiency services.
Legionella Risk Assessment Glasgow
Legionella Risk Assessments are a key component and starting point of any legionella compliance programme. Our Glasgow based team of trained and experienced assessors will carry out a full and comprehensive Legionella Risk Assessments on any kind of property to properly determine the possible risk from Legionella bacteria.
Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) Glasgow
An EICR, also known more commonly as an electrical report, is an in-depth check of all the electrical circuits in a property in order to identify any potential dangers such as deterioration, defects or damage. Upon completion you will either be issued with a certificate to show that the wiring of your premises is within acceptable parameters, or a list of remediation actions will be provided.
PAT Testing Glasgow
Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) is the examination of electrical equipment and appliances within a property to ensure that they are safe to be used. It is a legal requirement to ensure that all electrical equipment you provide in your rental accommodation is safe and properly maintained. Our PAT Testing service in the Glasgow area is carried out by seasoned professionals at some of the most competitive rates available.
COMMERCIAL CERTIFICATES
Commercial EPC Glasgow
All commercial property that is sold or let must have an Energy Performance Certificate, commonly known as an EPC, commissioned prior to or within 7 days of being put on the market. A Commercial EPC comes with a recommendation report that outlines how the energy performance of the building could be improved.
Asbestos Survey Glasgow
Carrying out a comprehensive asbestos survey or screening is the only way to accurately identify asbestos and quantify the amount of the fibers in the building material. Our asbestos surveys are carried out fully qualified experienced surveyors who will assist you in your legal duty to manage asbestos in your premises.
Fire Risk Assessment Glasgow
Our experienced and fully qualified assessors carry out fire risk assessments in Glasgow and the surrounding area, and look forward to giving you the best possible service when it comes to your fire safety needs. We can inspect your premises to uncover any potential fire hazards and ensure your building is properly secured against the risk of fire, and that you are operating in accordance with the law.
Section 63 Compliance Glasgow
The Section 63 legislature requires certain non-domestic buildings and properties to be assessed. It is also a legal requirement for the building owner to improve the energy performance of these buildings, and reduce the greenhouse gas emissions from them.
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SERVICE AREA - For Commercial certificates we serve the whole of Scotland, including:
Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Dundee, Motherwell, Wishaw, Falkirk, Coatbridge, Airdrie, Hamilton, East Kilbride, Dunfermline, Greenock, Livingston, Inverness, Ayr, Dalkeith, Kilmarnock, Cumbernauld, Kirkcaldy, Stirling, Perth, Glenrothes, Irvine, Dumfries, Kirkintilloch, Bathgate, Bonnybridge, Elgin, Vale of Leven, Arbroath, Dumbarton, Alloa, Peterhead, Cowdenbeath, Barrhead, St Andrews, Erskine, Kilwinning, Larkhall, Penicuik, Helensburgh, Broxburn, Galashiels
Our service area for Domestic certificates covers postcode areas: G, EH, KY, KA, PA, FK, ML
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