Everything You Need to Know About the UK’s Energy Performance Certificate Register
If you own, rent, or manage property in the UK, you’ve probably heard of an EPC — an Energy Performance Certificate.
But did you know that every valid EPC is stored in a secure, government-backed database known as the EPC Register?
At EPC Yorkshire, we’re here to help you understand how the EPC Register works, why it matters, and how you can use it to access information about your property’s energy efficiency — all while offering fully accredited EPCs across Yorkshire for just £59.99.
🏡 What Is the EPC Register?
The EPC Register is the official national database of all Energy Performance Certificates issued in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
It’s managed by the UK Government’s Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) and provides a public record of energy ratings for residential and commercial properties.
When a qualified energy assessor (like those at EPC Yorkshire) completes an assessment of your property, the resulting EPC is lodged onto this government database.
Each EPC receives a unique reference number, which allows anyone — such as potential buyers, landlords, tenants, or letting agents — to access the certificate online.
The EPC Register serves three key purposes:
- It provides transparency about a building’s energy performance.
- It ensures legal compliance, as all EPCs must be registered by accredited assessors.
- It offers a publicly accessible record, allowing anyone to check, verify, or download EPCs.
⚡ What Information Does the EPC Register Contain?
Each EPC stored on the register includes detailed information about the property, such as:
- The energy efficiency rating (on a scale from A to G)
- The current and potential energy performance
- The property’s estimated running costs
- Recommendations for improving energy efficiency
- The date of assessment and expiry date
- The address and unique certificate number
- The name and accreditation number of the energy assessor who completed the EPC
This data is important for property owners, buyers, landlords, and tenants — as it helps everyone understand how energy-efficient a building is and what can be done to improve it.
🔍 How to Find an EPC on the Register
Anyone can view an existing EPC for a property in England, Wales, or Northern Ireland by visiting the government’s official website:
👉 www.gov.uk/find-energy-certificate
To find an EPC, you can search using:
- The property address, or
- The EPC certificate reference number (known as the “RRN”)
If the EPC is valid and registered, you’ll be able to view or download it instantly — completely free of charge.
If your property does not appear on the register, it may mean:
- The EPC has expired (EPCs are valid for 10 years), or
- The EPC was never lodged correctly (only accredited assessors can legally register EPCs).
In either case, you’ll need a new assessment — and EPC Yorkshire can arrange that quickly for just £59.99, anywhere in the Yorkshire region.
🧾 How EPCs Are Added to the Register
Only accredited Domestic Energy Assessors (DEAs) or Non-Domestic Energy Assessors (NDEAs) are allowed to issue and lodge EPCs on the register.
Here’s how the process works:
- Property Assessment
The assessor visits your property and gathers key data, such as insulation, heating type, glazing, and construction materials. - Data Input & Calculation
The information is entered into government-approved EPC software, which calculates your property’s energy efficiency rating. - Report Generation
The software produces the EPC document, complete with energy scores, recommendations, and the property’s energy rating (A–G). - Certificate Lodgement
The assessor uploads the certificate to the official EPC Register. Once lodged, it receives a unique Report Reference Number (RRN). - EPC Delivery
The certificate becomes available online immediately, and you’ll receive a digital copy via email — often within 24–48 hours when you book with EPC Yorkshire.
🕒 How Long EPCs Stay on the Register
All EPCs remain visible on the EPC Register for 10 years from their issue date.
After that period, the certificate expires, and a new EPC must be produced if the property is sold, rented, or newly marketed.
Expired certificates are automatically removed from the public view, ensuring that only current, valid EPCs are available.
📊 Why the EPC Register Is Important
The EPC Register plays a vital role in promoting energy efficiency transparency and property compliance across the UK housing market.
Here’s why it matters:
1️⃣ Legal Requirement
It’s a legal requirement for every property being sold or rented to have a valid EPC lodged on the register. Without one, landlords and sellers can face fines of up to £5,000.
2️⃣ Consumer Confidence
Buyers and tenants can easily check that an EPC exists, verify its authenticity, and see how energy-efficient a property is before making a decision.
3️⃣ Sustainability Goals
The database supports the UK government’s drive to improve housing efficiency and reduce carbon emissions as part of the Net Zero 2050 target.
4️⃣ Accurate Property Records
Having your EPC properly registered ensures that your property’s energy performance record is accurate, traceable, and easy to access whenever needed.
🧰 How EPC Yorkshire Works with the EPC Register
At EPC Yorkshire, all our assessors are fully qualified and government accredited to produce and lodge EPCs on the official register.
When you book your EPC with us:
- We handle the full inspection and certification process
- We lodge your certificate directly onto the government database
- You receive your official EPC PDF via email
- The EPC is immediately available to view online through the register
We ensure full compliance and accuracy — and we do it all for a fixed price of £59.99.
Whether you’re a homeowner, landlord, letting agent, or developer, you can rest assured that your EPC is properly lodged, traceable, and valid for 10 years.
💡 How to Check If Your EPC Is Still Valid
Not sure if your property already has a valid EPC?
Here’s how to find out:
- Visit www.gov.uk/find-energy-certificate
- Enter your postcode or address
- Click on your property from the list
- View or download your certificate instantly
If you can’t find one — or your EPC is more than 10 years old — you’ll need a new assessment.
EPC Yorkshire can arrange this quickly, affordably, and conveniently anywhere in Yorkshire.
📞 Book Your EPC Today
If you need a new EPC for your property — or if your existing one has expired — we’re ready to help.
📱 Call: 07518 135 361
📧 Email: johnpaulhood2015@gmail.com
🌐 Website: www.epcyorkshire.uk
Our fully accredited assessors will visit your property, complete your assessment, and lodge your EPC on the official EPC Register — all for just £59.99.
✅ Summary: Why the EPC Register Matters
- The EPC Register is the official government database for all Energy Performance Certificates in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
- It provides public access to valid EPCs for every registered property.
- EPCs are lodged by accredited assessors and remain valid for 10 years.
- You can search the register to find, view, or verify any certificate.
- EPC Yorkshire ensures every certificate we produce is properly lodged and accessible on the register.
By working with a trusted, accredited provider like EPC Yorkshire, you can be confident your EPC is 100% compliant, professionally completed, and fully traceable on the official database — all for an affordable fixed price.
🏁 Final Thought
Understanding the EPC Register is key to managing your property responsibly and staying compliant with UK energy regulations.
Whether you’re selling your home, renting to tenants, or simply want to know how energy-efficient your property is, your EPC — and its record on the register — are essential.
At EPC Yorkshire, we make it simple, fast, and affordable to get certified.
Book your EPC today and ensure your property is properly listed on the government EPC Register — for just £59.99.