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About us

R S Designs are accredited and licensed energy assessors. We are aware of the impact energy efficiency can have to a commercial or a domestic building. We are working with the government’s target of reducing Carbon Emission by 80% in UK by 2050. 50% of this is through buildings (20% from Commercial and 30% from Domestic).

We understand the causes of energy inefficiency in buildings and the solutions that can affordably and sensibly be applied.

We use the latest software and a thorough survey method to ensure that our calculations are based upon reliable data. The certificates are produced efficiently and to the highest standards and our recommendations are always considered.

Commercial EPCs

As part of the Energy Performacne of Buildings Directive (EPBD), all commercial buildings require an Energy Performace Certificate (EPC) from 1st October 2008 whether on the market for sale, let or lease. Property owners and Landlords will not be able to complete and property transactions without having an EPC.

The rating grade from A – G will assist the buyer or tenant in considering energy efficiency as part of their investment or business decision to buy or invest in that building. We offer certification across a broad range of commercial properties; ranging from small shops and office space to large national multi-chained business premises.

Whatever your need we are able to provide a Commercial Energy Performance Certification solution in a friendly and efficient manner. Whether our clients have one building or a large portfolio we will provide a professional service with a personal touch. We provide commercial EPC’c to:

Property owners/Landlords

Commercial agents

Manging Agents

Commercial Solicitors

Property Developers

Domestic EPCs

A Domestic EPC is required for every property that is for sell or let. It gives the home owners , tenants and buyers information on the energy efficiency of their property. Energy Performance Certificate shows an energy grade between A – G, where A is the best and with average to date being D/E. The government has requested an EPC report for every building that is constructed, sold or put up for rent, so you will need a certificate if you are:

A Landlord – you will need to provide an EPC which will be valid for ten years, to prospective tenants, the first time you let or re-let your property after 1 October 2008

A Homeowner – all sellers of homes need to ensure that they provide a Home Information Pack which includes an EPC for potential buyers

A Builder – an EPC needs to be provided to buyers of newly built properties from 6 April 2008

An EPC is measured using the same calculations for all homes,so you can compare the enrgy efficiency of different properties. With every EPC there will be a recommendation report which will list improvements that could be carried out to achieve a better rating.

Display Energy Certificates (DEC)

A Display Energy Certificate (DEC) shows the actual energy usage of a building, the Operational Rating, and helps the public see the energy efficiency of a building. This is based on the energy consumption of the building as recorded by gas, electricity and other meters. The DEC should be clearly displayed at all times and clearly visible to the public.

A DEC is always accompanied by an Advisory Report that lists cost effective measures to improve the energy rating of the building.. DEC's and advisory reports are required for buildings with a total useful floor area over 1,000m2 that are occupied in whole or part by public authorities and by institutions providing public services to a large number of persons and therefore frequently visited by those persons.

DEC's are valid for one year. The accompanying Advisory Report is valid for seven years. The requirement for Display Energy Certificates came into effect on 1 October 2008.

Home Information Pack (HIP)

A Home Information Pack (HIP) is a set of documents that provide the buyer with key information on the property and must be provided by the seller or the seller’s agent. Since April 2009 it is a legal requirement for most homes to have a HIP and you can’t market your property without one.

A HIP contains the sale statement, evidence of title, standard searches and an EPC amongst other compulsory documents. A Leasehold properties HIP would need all of the above plus a copy of the Lease.

The HIP lets buyers see important information about the property at the start of the process, free of charge. This means there is less chance of buyers becoming aware of any surprises at the end of the process. The HIP can help reduce delays and extra expense to the buyer and seller.

Inventory Condition Report (ICR)

R S Designs can produce a reliable, independent and professional Inventory for Letting Agents, Private Landlords, Insurance Brokers and Tenants, following the recent requirement of the Tenancy Deposit Scheme. The report provides an easy comparative method for showing the ongoing condition of the property, the document is produced in a professional format and includes photographs and standardized detail reporting.

Each report contains:

Property details with unique Reference Number

Property floor plan

Meter Readings

Health & Saftey Information

Details description of each room

Summary of the condition of the property

An explanation of the outgoing inventory condition ratings

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