Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleNationwide Building Society research has revealed that 77 per cent of homeowners believe an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating will be a key factor when buying a property in the future. The research also found that 78 per cent of homeowners anticipate buyers will pay a premium for energy-efficient homes, with this expectation significantly higher among younger adults. Despite 69 per cent of homeowners now considering EPC ratings more important, over half (54 per cent) were unaware of their current property’s energy efficiency rating. Speaking on homeowners who made improvements, such as installing solar panels or upgrading insulation, Andrew Harvey, Nationwide’s senior economist, said: “Nearly three-quarters (73%) said they had seen energy bills fall as a result.”David Fell, lead analyst at Hamptons, said: “Buyers increasingly look for a minimum of an EPC C rating, which typically means the basics have all been done: the home is well-insulated, has a modern boiler, and double glazing.”In fullThe key rating most Brits believe will be important when buying a houseThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
The rating most people say is vital when buying a new property
Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleNationwide Building Society research has revealed that 77 per cent of homeowners believe an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating will be a key factor when buying a property in the future. The research also found that 78 per cent of homeowners anticipate buyers will pay a premium for energy-efficient homes, with this expectation significantly higher among younger adults. Despite 69 per cent of homeowners now considering EPC ratings more important, over half (54 per cent) were unaware of their current property’s energy efficiency rating. Speaking on homeowners who made improvements, such as installing solar panels or upgrading insulation, Andrew Harvey, Nationwide’s senior economist, said: “Nearly three-quarters (73%) said they had seen energy bills fall as a result.”David Fell, lead analyst at Hamptons, said: “Buyers increasingly look for a minimum of an EPC C rating, which typically means the basics have all been done: the home is well-insulated, has a modern boiler, and double glazing.”In fullThe key rating most Brits believe will be important when buying a houseThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
