Helping Your Business Meet the Latest EPC Standards By:
1.Audit
2.Recommendations
3.Remedial works
4.Support and certification
Contact us to see how you can improve your EPC rating.
At COEL, we recognises the growing need for energy efficiency in commercial spaces as UK EPC regulations tighten. All rented properties must meet higher EPC standards under a new tech-driven assessment method, with tougher enforcement and performance-based metrics. Landlords may face significant fines and invest up to £15,000 per property, making compliance essential for cost savings and sustainability.
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EPC Audit
Receive clear, actionable insights into your current EPC rating and what’s needed to meet or exceed the latest regulatory thresholds.
02.
Consultancy on Recommendations
We provide bespoke guidance on upgrades and changes – from lighting and insulation to HVAC systems — that can significantly improve your EPC rating.
03.
Remedial Works & Retrofit
As a full-service design and build company, COEL can carry out all necessary remedial works, ensuring your commercial building property is both compliant and optimised for energy.
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Support & Certification
We’ll issue a new EPC once the fit out works are complete and offer continued support to maintain compliance as standards evolve.
Landlords are now legally required to ensure their commercial properties meet minimum EPC standards before they can be leased or sold. Properties that fall below the required rating may face:
COEL helps landlords protect their investments by identifying compliance risks early and delivering practical solutions to improve EPC ratings efficiently
Tenants occupying or planning to lease commercial spaces should be aware of how EPC ratings affect:
COEL works with tenants to ensure their spaces are not only compliant but also aligned with their environmental and operational priorities.
Landlords and tenants need precise EPC recommendations, whether they need to stay ahead of regulations or want to cut running costs of the building.
Standard EPC reports often fall short; relying on computer-generated recommendations that don’t always translate into practical, real-world improvements. That’s where we, as an experienced fit out team, offer value for money. Our team provide EPC advice combined with a practical approach to tailoring solutions that not only maximise energy efficiency and compliance but also keep capital expenditure to a minimum.
Hugh Daniels, Commercial Director
We worked with Bidwells, on behalf of Gonville & Caius College, to refurbish their 22,000 sq ft building over four floors. upgrading the energy efficiency of each suite from EPC D to EPC B. The project upgrades included:
An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rates the energy efficiency of a building. It’s a legal requirement for commercial properties and directly impacts leasing, selling, and operational costs.
Currently, commercial properties must meet a minimum rating of E to be legally leased. However, future legislation may raise this threshold to C or higher, so early action is recommended.
The landlord is legally responsible for ensuring the property meets EPC standards before leasing. However, tenants may be affected by energy inefficiencies and could share costs for improvements depending on lease terms.
Yes. As a full-service design and build company, COEL can manage and deliver all remedial works needed to improve your EPC rating – from insulation and lighting upgrades to HVAC system improvements.
Most assessments can be completed within a few hours, depending on the size and complexity of the property. We’ll provide a clear timeline during your initial consultation.
Absolutely. A better EPC rating typically means lower energy consumption, reduced utility bills, and improved long-term asset value.
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Local Expertise
Deep knowledge of commercial property across Cambridge, Oxford, and the surrounding region.
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End-to-End Delivery
From survey and design to build, clearance, and handover.
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Trusted Partner
Proven track record with landlords, tenants, and agents.
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Sustainability Focus
Environmentally responsible solutions through reuse, recycling, and donation.
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