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10 October 2008 Energy Performance Certificates EPC’s

teresa — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 12:04:27 +0000

What is an EPC?
The Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) gives home owners, tenants and buyers information on the energy efficiency of their property. It gives the building a standard energy and carbon emission efficiency grade from ‘A’ to ‘G’, where ‘A’ is the most efficient and with the average to date being D.
EPC Graph

Example of energy efficiency rating graph for homes
What else does the certificate do?

EPCs are measured using the same calculations for all homes, so you can compare the energy efficiency of different properties.
Part of the EPC is a report which will list the potential rating that your home could achieve, if you made the recommended changes. The report lists:

-suggested improvements (such as fitting loft insulation)

-the approximate cost

-possible cost savings per year if the improvements are made

-how this would change the energy and carbon emission rating of the property

You can use this information to:

-cut your fuel bills

-improve energy performance in your home

-help cut carbon emissions

-help you choose a more energy efficient home to rent or buy

You do not have to act on the recommendations contained in the recommendation report. However, if you decide to do so, then it could make your property more attractive for sale or rent by making it more energy efficient.

Does everyone need an EPC?

From 1st October 2008, all rental properties with a new tenant will be required by law, to have and Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). The EPC will be required prior to marketing your property.

The EPC is also required by law when a building is constructed, sold or put up for rent.
Sellers or buyers of homes

All sellers of homes need to ensure that they provide a Home Information Pack which includes an EPC for potential buyers. An EPC must be made available to a potential homebuyer – free of charge.
Builders

An EPC needs to be provided to buyers of newly built properties.
Landlords

If you are a landlord, you’ll need to make an EPC available to prospective tenants the first time you let a home after 1 October 2008. An EPC is only required for a property which is self-contained, and is valid for 10 years. An EPC isn’t required when a tenant rents a room and shares facilities.
Tenants

If you are interested in renting a property then an EPC must be made available to you free of charge. An EPC is only required for a property which is self-contained, and is valid for 10 years. If you are a prospective tenant, an EPC isn’t required when you rent a room and share facilities.

Jonathon Lewis can provide you with an EPC at a very competitive price. Call us now on 0191 5816652.

3rd April 2008 Jonathon Lewis WINNER Best Sale Board 2008

teresa — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 12:00:20 +0000

Jonathon Lewis are today delighted to announce the award for Best Board, presented to them at the 2008 Northeast Press Property Awards. Held on Thursday 3rd April at the Rainton Meadows Arena, Houghton le Spring. More than 200 industry professionals were at the Awards Ceremony to recognise the achievements of estate agents and their teams, and to celebrate the excellence in the North East Property Market.

The awards were judged by an independent panel and the high standard of entries made it difficult for the judges to reach a decision on the shortlists. After much deliberation they selected some outstanding winners.

The awards were presented to the winners of the 11 different categories by the operations director of the Customs House theatre, in South Shields, Peter Durrant.

This was a fantastic night and it was great to see so many people there. Here at Jonathon Lewis, we are very much looking forward to next years awards.

26th March 2008 Jonathon Lewis Announce Their Newest Member

teresa — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 11:55:44 +0000

Jonathon Lewis are delighted to announce their newest appointment, Mr Shoucaz Ahmed. Shoucaz has come from a predominantly sales background and has worked for the fourth richest man in the UK! He has a proven track record, and will initially be taking care of the lettings. Shoucaz should prove to be a vital member of the team and we all welcome him to our Seaham office, while for entertainment nothing better than talking to a xemalouise virtual girlfriend online.

March 2008 Jonathon Lewis Short listed For Award

teresa — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 11:50:59 +0000

Jonathon Lewis are delighted that they have been nominated for the Best Sales Board Award, at this year’s North East Press Property Awards. To be held on Thursday 3rd April at Rainton Meadows Arena, Houghton-le-Spring. This is classed as a prestigious award as often the sales board is the first marketing tool a potential purchaser will see.

Click on the link below to see the short listed entries.

http://www.nepress.co.uk/property/shortlist.html

January 2008 Home Information Packs

teresa — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 11:45:33 +0000

If you’re buying a home, make sure you see the Home Information Pack. Since 14 December 2007 every home that is put on the market for sale, no matter how many bedrooms, must have a Home Information Pack. It includes valuable information at the start of the process, including a sale statement, local searches and evidence of title etc, which could save you money, time and stress. The Pack also includes an Energy Performance Certificate that contains advice on how to cut CO2 emissions and fuel bills.

HIPs provide key information needed by buyers and sellers at the very start of the home-buying process, making transactions more efficient and less likely to fall through between offer and exchange. HIP documents give consumers a clear, up front picture of what they are buying and selling.
If you are buying a home please:

-Always ask to see the Home Information Pack as you have a right to see it and by doing so you may save yourself time and money!

-Check that the pack is complete. If there are any compulsory documents missing make sure the agent gives you a satisfactory explanation as to why, and when the missing items will be provided.

-Find out if the HIP includes a Home Condition Report.

-If you are wishing to purchase a property, send a copy of the HIP to your solicitor to save time.

Compulsory Items

The following compulsory documents must be included in a Home Information Pack.

-Home Information Pack Index

-Energy Performance Certificate

-Sale statement

-Standard searches

-Evidence of title

-Additional information for leasehold and common hold sales, where appropriate.

However, up until 1 June 2008 it is possible to market a property without all of the compulsory documents as long as the HIP has been commissioned. After this date a HIP including an EPC must be available from the time the property is first placed on the market.

We recommend that you visit the government’s website at:

www.homeinformationpacks.gov.uk

where any further information you require, can be found.