A projected EPC: what is it?

Unlike the standard EPC, the projected Energy Performance Certificate does not assess the property’s current energy performance but estimates its future energy performance. It is therefore a hypothetical situation that is diagnosed.

Carrying out and obtaining a projected EPC

Are you thinking about future renovation works in your property and would you like to call on professionals to carry out a projected EPC and thus estimate how your energy rating will change?

At RITMODiag, we put all our skills at your service and make sure to support you with your project, whatever it may be. Taking pride in the educational side of our work, we make a point of providing you with advice and answers to all your questions.

By calling on our certified experts to carry out your projected EPC, you are assured of personalised support tailored to each project. Based on the initial Energy Performance Certificate and the works planned for your property, our teams will provide you with a report assessing the energy class achievable with the projected works.

The strengths of the projected Energy Performance Certificate

Are you wondering when to carry out this type of diagnostic? Let’s look together at the strengths of a projected EPC and the full value of having one carried out by a specialist company such as ours.

The projected Energy Performance Certificate is a very useful tool if you wish to improve your dwelling’s rating. It is a diagnostic valued by owners, future buyers and investors alike! If you need an estimate carried out quickly, particularly with a view to obtaining a loan, it is a suitable solution!

Keen DIYers? With a projected EPC, you can directly visualise the energy impact of the works you are planning to carry out.

It makes it possible to anticipate the property’s future energy consumption after renovation, but also to enhance the property’s value by demonstrating the full energy potential achievable after works.

For future buyers, the projected EPC also makes it possible to make an informed decision about the renovations possible within the dwelling, and the energy rating it can achieve.

The most advantageous aspect of the projected Energy Performance Certificate is undoubtedly access to financial assistance or grants for energy renovation. This is a compelling argument when selling or letting a dwelling.

Indeed, with the evolution of the laws on the sale and letting of properties known as « energy sieves », i.e. those rated F or G, banks have now tightened their lending conditions.

Carrying out a projected EPC is therefore a necessary tool for obtaining a bank loan or financial assistance for renovating the property, as it projects the energy class achievable within the dwelling. If you wish to benefit from a PTZ (Prêt à Taux Zéro), for example, it is essential to be able to provide a projected EPC.

What are the limitations of a projected EPC?

Be careful, however: bear in mind that the projected energy performance certificate is only a simulation!

This property diagnostic has no legal value, and although it may be requested during your loan applications or help you obtain renovation grants, it remains merely an estimate and not an official certification.

Would you like to go further? At RITMODiag, we’re ready to go the distance. We also offer energy audit services if you wish to obtain a genuine scenario of costed and prioritised renovation works.

Let’s take a closer look at what the energy audit is.

The difference between a projected EPC and an energy audit

The projected EPC is a tool that lets you visualise the renovation works to undertake in order to improve your property’s energy rating. But the energy audit offers you a more in-depth analysis.

Thus, whereas the projected energy performance certificate is limited to a few recommendations and a potentially achievable energy rating, the audit offers you at least two renovation works scenarios. These will be costed and prioritised, giving you a clear view of the order of priority for the renovations to undertake and the energy rating your property will subsequently be given.

Moreover, an energy audit can also take into account the renovation quotes you already have, if applicable.

RITMODiag, and its RITMOAudit branch, offer their services to reach your home as quickly as possible and provide you with a genuine financial and technical analysis of your property. Make an appointment with us now to carry out the diagnostic best suited to your needs!

The key takeaways

Whether you are an owner, future buyer or investor, the projected EPC is a widely used tool for estimating a dwelling’s energy potential after renovation works. It guides you towards greener solutions and renovation works that reduce your energy bill and your ecological footprint.

The projected EPC can be a first step, which may prove simpler and quicker, but the energy audit remains an essential tool for comprehensive renovation projects.

For any quote request, contact RITMODiag now

Are you considering having a property diagnostic carried out by a specialist company? Get in touch with the RITMODiag teams today.

We put all our teams’ know-how and skills into carrying out your diagnostics. Whether an initial energy performance certificate, a projected EPC or an energy audit, we will be able to meet your needs.

Trust our experience: we guarantee you a prompt service, in full transparency and in compliance with the regulations in force.

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