Energy Performance Certification
- Providing prospective buyers and tenants with transparent information about a property's energy performance
- Identifying energy-saving opportunities to reduce consumption and carbon emissions
- Supporting Malta's commitment to reducing overall energy consumption in buildings
- Enabling access to preferential ECO home loans and funding schemes for energy-efficient properties
- Complying with legal requirements for property transactions and new constructions
- Property survey - We conduct a detailed on-site inspection, examining building elements, heating/cooling systems, ventilation, and renewable energy installations.
- Data collection - We document wall types, insulation levels, window specifications, heating systems, lighting, and orientation factors that influence energy performance.
- Technical analysis - We process the collected data using specialist software to generate accurate energy performance ratings and recommendations.
- Certificate preparation - We compile the findings into the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) online database and issue a certificate.
- Recommendations - Where appropriate, we provide realistic, suggestions for improving energy efficiency.
Energy Performance Certificate FAQ
Answers to frequently asked questions about energy performance certification.
An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is an official document that rates a property's energy use on a scale from 0kWh/m2.yr (most efficient) to 280kWh/m2.yr (least efficient) and carbon dioxide emissions from 0 kg/m2.yr (least emissions) to 70 kg/m2.yr (most emissions). The certificate includes information about the property's energy use and carbon dioxide emissions and recommendations for improving energy efficiency.
EPCs are legally required in Malta when selling or renting a property, making significant modifications to a building's energy systems, or applying for specific grants, funding, or eco-friendly home loans.
In Malta, an EPC is valid for 10 years from the date of issue unless significant alterations are made to the property that would affect its energy performance.
During the assessment, our qualified assessor will inspect the property's physical features including walls, roofs, and windows, examine heating, cooling, and ventilation systems, assess lighting, hot water systems, and renewable energy installations, take measurements and photos for accurate documentation, and gather information about insulation and construction materials. The assessment typically takes 1-2 hours for an average residential property.
To ensure a smooth assessment, we recommend ensuring all areas of the property are accessible, having documentation available about any energy-saving measures already installed, clearing access to meters and system controls, and being prepared to provide information about the property's age and construction.
No. A qualified assessor must physically inspect the property for an EPC to be legally valid. Remote or desktop assessments are not compliant with regulations.
The EPC provides two ratings: energy use on a scale from 0kWh/m2.yr to 280kWh/m2.yr and carbon dioxide emissions from 0 kg/m2.yr to 70 kg/m2.yr. A lower rating means better energy efficiency and less carbon emissions.
No, you can still sell or rent a property with a lower EPC rating. However, properties with better ratings are often more attractive to buyers and tenants due to lower running costs. Some mortgage providers and eco-loan schemes may require minimum ratings for their products.
Typical improvements include adding or upgrading insulation in walls, roofs, and floors, installing double-glazing, upgrading heating or cooling systems to more efficient models, installing renewable energy systems such as solar panels, improving lighting efficiency, and draught-proofing and sealing thermal bridges. Our EPC report will include specific recommendations tailored to your property.
ECO home loans are mortgage products with preferential rates offered by Maltese banks to buyers of energy-efficient properties. These loans typically require a minimum EPC rating and offer better interest rates than standard mortgages.
Banks offering ECO loans require proof of the property's energy efficiency, which is demonstrated through the EPC. KUBU can provide the necessary documentation and advise on potential improvements that might help your property meet the minimum rating requirements.
Malta periodically offers grants and schemes for energy efficiency improvements. These often require EPC assessments before and after improvements to verify the enhanced performance. We can advise on currently available schemes and how to maximise your eligibility.
Contact us via phone, email, or our website booking form. We'll arrange a convenient time for the assessment and advice on any preparation needed.