Tips to Improve the EPC Rating of Your Home

As energy costs rise and environmental awareness grows, improving your home’s Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating is more important than ever. Not only can a better EPC rating help you save money on energy bills, but it can also increase the value of your property.

At Ignite Property Group, we specialise in helping homeowners enhance their property energy efficiency through expert insulation and thermal imaging. Here are our top tips to help you achieve a better EPC rating, and how we can assist you every step of the way.

Understanding Your EPC Rating

An EPC provides a rating of a building's energy efficiency, ranging from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The rating is based on various factors including the building's structure, heating system, insulation and windows. The certificate also includes recommendations for improving energy efficiency, which can help lower energy costs and reduce carbon footprint.

How Ignite Property Group Can Help Improve Your EPC Rating

At Ignite Property Group, we offer a range of expert services designed to significantly improve your home's energy performance. Our three top tips – comprehensive insulation, advanced thermal imaging, and expert snagging – can help you achieve a warmer, more comfortable and energy-efficient home.

Let's explore how we can help you unlock the potential of your property.

1. Comprehensive Insulation Services

Insulation is essential for keeping your home comfortable and reducing energy bills. It prevents heat loss in winter and keeps heat out in summer, making your home more energy-efficient and lowering your carbon footprint. By minimising heat loss, insulation helps your heating system work less hard, improving your EPC rating and energy efficiency.

At Ignite Property Group, we offer tailored insulation solutions to boost your home's energy performance and comfort. Find out more about our services here.

Loft Insulation: Our team ensures your loft is insulated with the recommended 270mm of insulation material, significantly reducing heat loss through the roof. Proper loft insulation can save up to 25% of the heat that escapes from your home.
Cavity Wall Insulation: Ideal for homes built after 1920, this involves filling the gap between the walls with insulating material, reducing heat loss and improving thermal comfort.
Solid Wall Insulation: Suitable for older properties, we offer both internal and external solid wall insulation. This can reduce heat loss by up to 45%, making a substantial difference in your home’s energy efficiency.
Floor Insulation: We can insulate suspended wooden floors and other types of flooring to prevent draughts and heat loss from the ground. The correct floor insulation can lead to a more comfortable and warmer home environment.

2. Advanced Thermal Imaging

Thermal imaging is crucial for assessing and enhancing your home's energy efficiency. It detects heat loss and cold air entry, which are often invisible without the right equipment. By pinpointing these areas, you can make targeted improvements that significantly boost your EPC rating.

At Ignite Property Group, we use thermal imaging tools to identify and address energy inefficiencies, ensuring your upgrades are effective and cost-efficient. Discover our thermal imaging FAQs here.

Identify Heat Loss Areas: Using advanced thermal imaging technology, we can pinpoint areas of heat loss in your home, including poorly insulated walls, roofs, and floors, as well as gaps around windows and doors.
Targeted Improvements: Once we have identified the problem areas, we can recommend and implement targeted insulation solutions. This ensures that your investment in energy efficiency improvements is directed exactly where it is needed most.
Pre- and Post-Improvement Analysis: We provide thermal imaging services both before and after improvements to demonstrate the effectiveness of the measures taken. This gives you a clear picture of how much your home’s energy efficiency has improved.
Comprehensive Reporting: Our thermal imaging service includes a detailed report that highlights all areas of concern and provides actionable recommendations for improvement. This report can be used to guide your insulation upgrades and other energy efficiency projects.

How to Get Started

Improving your home’s EPC rating is a smart investment for both your wallet and the environment. At Ignite Property Group, we are dedicated to helping you achieve the best possible energy performance for your home through our insulation and thermal imaging services.