Energy Performance Inspections
(EPC's)
Extent of the Inspection
To undertake an RdSAP survey, the energy assessor
measures and visually inspects the dwelling, recording
various factors, such as: room layouts, construction
methods, amounts of insulation, glazing, lighting,
plus heating and hot water systems and their controls.
The assessor will also try to determine the date
of construction of the building and any extensions
or alterations.
The survey is not destructive and no testing
or sampling is undertaken. All heating, hot water
and lighting systems will be assumed to be working
correctly.
When a factor cannot be accurately determined
from inspection, the assessor will make appropriate
assumptions and may rely on written documentary
evidence, such as receipts and guarantees, but
the assessor is not permitted to accept hearsay
evidence not backed up with some form of written
proof.
Access Difficulties
The energy assessor will try to inspect all parts
of the dwelling both internally and externally,
but health and safety considerations may restrict
the inspection, particularly in areas such as
cellars and roof spaces where the size and location
of access hatches and the lack of light or headroom
may render such areas unsafe.
If an assessor is unable to access all parts
of the dwelling, appropriate assumptions are made
based on the property's age, construction and
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