What does an "independent building energy consultancy" actually do?

We assess buildings, explain where energy is being used or lost, model practical improvements and help owners understand how to improve energy performance. We are independent — we do not sell insulation, heating systems, solar panels or any other product. Our advice is objective and paid for by the client, not by a supplier commission.

What kinds of buildings do you assess?

Our bread-and-butter Commercial EPC work is straightforward commercial and industrial premises — workshops, warehouses, factories, industrial units, offices, shops, pubs and hospitality buildings. We also produce Commercial and Domestic Energy Advice Reports (NDEAR/DEAR) for owners who want more than a certificate, plus Domestic EPCs for homes and mixed-use sites where a flat or dwelling forms part of the property.

How much does an EPC cost?

Commercial EPCs (NDEPCs) start from £180 for small units up to around 500 m². Domestic EPCs start from £120. Larger and complex properties are individually quoted within 24 hours of receiving details — pricing is transparent and there is no VAT to pay.

No. Energy Performance Direct is a small business outside the VAT threshold, so the quoted price is the price you pay.

What areas do you cover?

Our on-site service area is Devon, Cornwall, Somerset, Dorset and the Bristol / Bath / North Somerset corridor. SAP calculations, SBEM modelling, U-value calculations and other desktop services are delivered nationwide from drawings by email.

How long does an EPC take to lodge?

Typically 5–7 working days from the site visit to lodgement on the government EPC Register. Urgent turnarounds are available on request.

Energy Performance Direct · Independent building energy consultancy

Independent Building Energy Consultancy

Commercial and Domestic energy assessment, modelling and practical improvement advice across the South West and beyond.

We specialise in straightforward Commercial EPCs for workshops, warehouses, factories, industrial units, offices, shops and hospitality buildings — together with detailed Commercial and Domestic Energy Advice Reports for owners who want to understand how their buildings can genuinely perform better.

4.9/5 from 200+ reviews

Fully Accredited

Elmhurst Energy, TrustMark, and Quidos certified assessors.

Fast Turnaround

Quick booking and fast certificate delivery. Express 48-hour service available.

Wide Coverage

Serving Exeter, South West UK, and nationwide digital services.

Trusted Service

Professional assessments with transparent, competitive pricing.

Our Services

From commercial EPC services in Exeter to nationwide digital calculations, we provide comprehensive energy assessment services including non-domestic EPC assessments across Devon, Cornwall, and Somerset.

South West UK

Commercial EPC (NDEPC)

Non-Domestic EPCs for workshops, warehouses, factories, industrial units, offices, shops and pubs. Level 3 SBEM-based, lodged within a week.

From £180

South West UK

Commercial Energy Advice Report (NDEAR)

Higher-value consultancy for commercial owners who want more than a certificate — fabric, services, controls, renewables and MEES improvement strategy.

From £300

South West UK

MEES & Commercial Improvement Strategy

An EPC tells you where the building is. Our advice helps you understand how to improve it. Staged pathways, 7-year payback modelling, exemption evidence packs.

Included in NDEAR

Nationwide

SBEM & Building Energy Modelling

iSBEM non-domestic energy modelling for new build, refurbishment feasibility and MEES scenario testing. Nationwide desktop service from drawings.

Individually Quoted

South West UK

Industrial / Warehouse / Factory EPCs

One of our most efficient survey types — steel-frame warehouses, workshops, light-industrial and distribution units across the South West.

From £180

South West UK

Domestic Energy Advice Report (DEAR)

Whole-house energy advice for homeowners planning retrofit — fabric, heating, hot water, ventilation, renewables, sequenced practical improvements.

From £180

Exeter & Devon

Domestic EPC

Accredited RdSAP Domestic EPCs across Exeter and Devon for sales, lettings, MEES and mixed-use sites where a dwelling forms part of a commercial property.

From £120

Nationwide

SAP Calculations

Design-stage and as-built SAP for new build dwellings, conversions and extensions. Nationwide desktop service.

From £180

Nationwide

U-Value Calculations

Thermal performance calculations for walls, floors, roofs, windows and doors to Building Regulations Part L.

From £65

Exeter

Lease & Floor Plans

Accurate to-scale lease plans for Land Registry compliance and marketing floor plans for property sales.

From £85

Devon & South West

Retrofit Coordinator

PAS 2035 Retrofit Coordination and whole-house assessments for domestic properties.

Price on Request

Nationwide

Heat Load Calculations

Independent, MCS-compliant heat load calculations for heat pumps. Remote UK-wide or on-site.

From £145

Specialist Industrial Services

Industrial and Warehouse EPC Services

Professional energy assessments for warehouses, factories, workshops and distribution centres across Devon, Cornwall, Somerset and Dorset.

Warehouse EPCs

Distribution centres, storage and logistics facilities

Factory EPCs

Manufacturing plants and production facilities

Workshop EPCs

Trade workshops and light industrial units

All Industrial EPCs

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Why Choose Energy Performance Direct?

Fully accredited with Elmhurst Energy, TrustMark, Quidos, and Buy With Confidence

Transparent, competitive pricing for all services

Fast turnaround - certificates delivered within 48 hours

Serving Exeter, South West UK, and nationwide digital services

Experienced assessors delivering excellent customer service

Real projects, real results

Every case study below is a real building we've assessed and modelled — period offices, industrial workshops, conversions and London commercial splits. See the starting rating, the staged improvement plan, the costs and the rating we hit.

Period Office · G189 → A25

Period office in Exeter: G to Band A roadmap

364.9 m²

Exeter, Devon

G189 → A25

Five-option improvement pathway with full financial payback analysis. Listed Victorian period building modelled in SBEM, demonstrating that even the most challenging heritage stock can reach Band A with the right staged plan.

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Office + Workshop · 793 m²

Office & workshop near Exeter: oil to electric pathway

793 m²

Near Exeter, Devon

D-grade → Compliant

Mixed office and workshop premises with oil boiler heating. SBEM-modelled improvements covering oil boiler replacement, LED lighting upgrade and fabric measures with full MEES compliance recommendations for the landlord.

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Twin Workshops · D → B

Twin industrial units near Exeter: D to Band B refurb

2 × 185.7 m²

Exeter, Devon

Band D → Band B

Twin industrial workshop refurbishment with LED lighting, AC heat pump heating and roof / wall insulation upgrades. SBEM modelling demonstrating Band B compliance ready for the proposed 2030 commercial standard.

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Trusted by 200+ Customers

4.9 out of 5 on Google Reviews

"I've used Energy Performance Direct on many occasions and the EPC was done speedily and efficiently as usual. Excellent Service 5 Stars."

Mark Z.

Northwood · Domestic EPC

via FreeIndex

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