EPC Birmingham – Book an Energy Performance Certificate
If you’re selling or letting a property in Birmingham, you’ll need a valid Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) before it can be marketed. An EPC shows how energy-efficient a property is and provides a rating from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient).
This page helps you arrange a local EPC in Birmingham quickly and efficiently, whether you’re a homeowner, landlord, or preparing a property for sale or rent. The process is straightforward and usually completed in a single visit.
Local EPCs for Birmingham properties
Birmingham is one of the UK’s largest cities, with a wide mix of property types and construction ages. EPCs are commonly required for homes across areas such as:
Edgbaston, Harborne and Selly Oak – a mix of larger homes, terraces, and rental properties where EPC ratings can vary depending on insulation and heating upgrades
Kings Heath, Moseley and Stirchley – traditional housing stock and conversions, where energy efficiency can differ significantly between neighbouring properties
Erdington, Sutton Coldfield and Great Barr – a combination of family housing and estates, where EPC outcomes are often influenced by glazing, loft insulation, and boiler efficiency
City Centre and the Jewellery Quarter – apartments and modern developments, where EPC performance depends on building specification and heating systems
Because EPC results are influenced by construction type, insulation, glazing, and heating systems, properties across Birmingham can receive very different ratings even within the same area.
What happens during an EPC assessment?
During an EPC assessment in Birmingham, the assessor will carry out a short, non-intrusive inspection of the property to collect the information required for the certificate.
This typically includes checking:
Property size, layout, and age
Wall construction and insulation (where visible)
Loft or roof insulation (if accessible)
Heating system, controls, and hot water provision
Windows, glazing, and fixed lighting
It does not involve any drilling or disruption. Most assessments take around 30–60 minutes, depending on the size and layout of the property.
How quickly can I get an EPC in Birmingham?
In most cases:
Appointments are available within a few days
The on-site assessment is completed in under an hour
The EPC is lodged on the national register within 24 hours of the visit
As a result, homeowners, landlords, and agents can move forward with selling or letting a property without unnecessary delays.
EPCs for landlords and sellers in Birmingham
You’ll need an EPC if you are:
Selling a house or flat in Birmingham
Letting a residential property
Advertising a property through an estate or letting agent
Landlords must also ensure their property meets Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) before it can be legally let.
EPC requirements for landlords
Book an EPC in Birmingham
To arrange an EPC in Birmingham, contact the assessor listed on this page to check availability, confirm pricing, and book an appointment.
If you’re looking for an EPC nearby, you can also visit:
EPC Solihull (internal link)
EPC Sutton Coldfield (internal link)
EPC West Bromwich (internal link)
EPC Walsall (internal link)
