Energy Performance Certificates in Barking

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Professional EPC surveys across Barking.

Kubo covers all of Barking and the surrounding areas including IG11, IG12, Barking town centre, and Upney. We can usually book a survey near you within 1 to 2 working days.

Barking is an East London town undergoing significant regeneration, with new riverside developments complementing its established residential streets. The housing stock includes 1930s terraces, post-war council estates, and a growing number of modern apartments. The area has a large rental market serving commuters on the District and Hammersmith lines.

Also covering nearby: Upney, Becontree, Dagenham, Ilford, East Ham, Canning Town

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How Kubo works

Your EPC, sorted in three simple steps. Our assessors cover IG11 and surrounding postcodes regularly and can usually reach Barking within 1-2 working days.

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Pick your service, enter your property details, and see a fixed price in 60 seconds.

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Book in seconds

Pay securely online. We confirm your slot the same day, often within the hour.

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Certified within 24 hours

We visit, complete the survey, and lodge your certificate on the government register.

EPC energy rating chart showing bands A to G

What is an EPC?

An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rates your property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). It's a legal requirement in England and Wales whenever you sell, rent, or build a property.

  • Legally required: You must have a valid EPC before marketing a property for sale or rent. Failure to provide one can result in a fine of up to £5,000.
  • Valid for 10 years: Once issued, your certificate lasts a decade. No need to renew unless you want an updated rating after improvements.
  • Includes recommendations: Every EPC comes with practical suggestions to improve your rating, from loft insulation to upgraded boilers.
  • Registered on a public database: Your certificate is lodged on the government's EPC register within 24 hours of assessment.
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Very professional, communicated prior to visit and offered consultancy on how to improve the energy rating and provided the EPC on the same day! Highly recommend the service.

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Great service from start to finish. I booked a floor plan and EPC, and the whole process was smooth and professional. Everything was completed quickly and the communication was clear throughout. Very happy with the service and would definitely recommend.

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Why choose Kubo?

We regularly assess across Barking, from the Becontree Estate's inter-war terraces to new-build apartments along the Roding riverside.

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Quidos and Elmhurst accredited Domestic Energy Assessors, registered with approved schemes.

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Fixed pricing from £69

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Frequently asked questions

Common questions about our services in Barking

How much does an EPC cost in Barking?
Most Barking homes are 2-3 bedroom terraces or ex-council flats, so they fall in our £75 band. Larger properties are £100 for 4-5 bedrooms. No hidden fees.
What EPC ratings do Becontree Estate houses get?
The Becontree Estate houses typically score D or E. Built in the 1920s-30s with cavity walls, many still have unfilled cavities. The rendered finish can hide whether cavities have been insulated, so a borescope check is often needed during the survey.
Do HMO landlords in Barking need EPCs?
Yes. Each individual letting within an HMO that is a self-contained unit needs its own EPC. For rooms in shared houses, the whole-house EPC applies. Barking and Dagenham Council has an active HMO licensing scheme and checks EPC compliance.
What improvements work best for Barking houses?
Cavity wall insulation is the biggest single improvement for the Becontree stock. Many houses also benefit from loft insulation top-up and replacing old back boilers with modern condensing boilers. These three changes together can improve a rating from E to C.
How quickly can you visit Barking?
Our assessors cover this area and can reach Barking via the A13 or A406. We cover all of IG11 including Upney, Becontree, and surrounding streets. Same-day appointments are usually available if you book before midday.

Properties in Barking

Barking is an East London town undergoing significant regeneration, with new riverside developments complementing its established residential streets. The housing stock includes 1930s terraces, post-war council estates, and a growing number of modern apartments. The area has a large rental market serving commuters on the District and Hammersmith lines.

Common property types

  • Becontree Estate terraces: The world's largest council estate, built between 1921 and 1935. These two and three-bedroom terraced houses with rendered walls, cavity construction, and hipped roofs form the backbone of Barking's housing. Many are now privately owned and rented out.
  • Post-war council blocks: Tower blocks and low-rise estates from the 1950s-70s around Barking town centre. Concrete panel construction with flat roofs and older heating systems. Many flats have been purchased under right-to-buy.
  • New riverside apartments: The Barking Riverside development is adding thousands of new homes along the Thames. These modern apartments achieve B or C ratings as standard, with efficient heating and good insulation levels.
  • Victorian terraces near the station: A smaller pocket of Victorian terraced housing close to Barking station, with solid brick walls and typical period features. These score similarly to Victorian housing across London, typically D or E.

Typical EPC issues we find in Barking

  • Unfilled cavity walls on the Becontree: Many Becontree Estate houses still have empty cavity walls. The rendered exterior makes it difficult to determine cavity fill status visually, and a borescope inspection during the EPC survey clarifies this. Filling empty cavities is the most impactful improvement.
  • Back boilers behind gas fires: A significant number of Barking properties still have back boilers, which are very inefficient by modern standards. Replacing with a modern combi or system boiler dramatically improves the EPC rating.
  • Electric heating in tower blocks: Council tower blocks around Barking often use electric heating, which scores poorly on EPCs. Converting to gas is not always possible in high-rise buildings, limiting improvement options.

Why it matters for Barking landlords

Barking and Dagenham has one of the most active private rental markets in East London, with a high proportion of ex-council properties now let privately. The council runs a borough-wide selective licensing scheme, and EPC compliance is checked as part of the licensing process. Landlords without valid certificates risk fines.

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