Editorial Policy

Editorial Policy – Energy Performance Cert

Last Updated: July 19, 2026

Introduction

At Energy Performance Cert, our goal is to provide clear, accurate, and reliable information about Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs), property energy efficiency, energy assessments, and related guidance for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, property managers, and businesses across the United Kingdom.

This Editorial Policy explains how the content published on our website is created, reviewed, and maintained.

Our Commitment

We are committed to publishing content that is:

• Accurate

• Clear and easy to understand

• Helpful for property owners and industry professionals

• Relevant to EPCs and property energy efficiency

• Regularly reviewed and updated where appropriate

Our objective is to provide trustworthy information that helps visitors make informed decisions about EPC requirements and property energy performance.

Content Standards

Every article, guide, service page, and resource published on our website is produced according to the following principles.

Accuracy

We make every reasonable effort to ensure that all information is factually accurate and reflects current guidance at the time of publication.

Clarity

Where possible, technical information is explained in plain English to make it accessible to a broad audience.

Relevance

Our content is written specifically for:

• Homeowners

• Landlords

• Letting Agents

• Property Managers

• Commercial Property Owners

• Businesses requiring EPC services

Transparency

Where information is based on legislation, official guidance, or recognised industry standards, we aim to rely on credible and authoritative sources.

Sources We Use

Our content may be informed by publicly available information from trusted organisations, including:

• GOV.UK

• Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ)

• Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG), where applicable

• Energy Saving Trust

• Approved EPC accreditation schemes

• Relevant UK legislation and government guidance

• Other recognised industry publications and professional resources

Content Review Process

Before publication, our content may be reviewed for:

Accuracy

Verification of factual information and applicable regulations.

Readability

Ensuring content is clear, well-structured, and easy to understand.

Relevance

Confirming the information is useful and appropriate for our audience.

Quality

Reviewing grammar, formatting, consistency, and overall user experience.

Content Updates

Regulations, guidance, and industry practices relating to Energy Performance Certificates may change over time.

We regularly review our website and update content when:

• Legislation changes

• Government guidance is updated

• Industry best practices evolve

• Information becomes outdated

• Errors are identified

Where appropriate, pages will display a revised Last Updated date.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage

Some content may be assisted by artificial intelligence tools during the drafting process.

However:

• All content is reviewed by a human before publication.

• Information is checked for accuracy and relevance.

• AI-generated content is never published without editorial review.

Our priority is to provide accurate, reliable, and helpful information for our visitors.

Independence and Objectivity

Our editorial content is intended to educate and inform users.

We aim to present information fairly and objectively, and we do not allow commercial relationships or advertising arrangements to influence factual editorial content.

Any promotional material will be clearly distinguishable from informational content.

User Feedback

We welcome feedback from our website visitors.

If you believe any content is inaccurate, unclear, or outdated, please contact us and we will review the information promptly.

Corrections Policy

If an error is identified:

• We will investigate the issue.

• Corrections will be made where appropriate.

• Significant updates may result in the content being revised or republished.

Please refer to our Corrections Policy for further information.

External Links

Our website may include links to third-party websites for additional information or convenience.

We are not responsible for:

• The content of external websites

• Third-party privacy practices

• Changes made by external organisations

We encourage users to review the policies of any external websites they visit.

Editorial Responsibility

The information published on Energy Performance Cert is provided for general informational purposes only.

It should not be regarded as legal, financial, or professional advice. Where appropriate, users should seek advice from a suitably qualified professional regarding their individual circumstances.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Editorial Policy or would like to report an issue with our website content, please contact us:

Energy Performance Cert

Website: https://energyperformancecert.co.uk/

Email: info@energyperformancecert.co.uk

Phone: 020 3386 1854