# EPCs Explained: Useful Tool or Tick-Box Exercise?

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Podcast: [Move iQ Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/move-iq-podcast-517943)
Published: 2026-05-20T05:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are everywhere - but do they actually help homeowners make decisions? Alongside expert insight from David Sanders from Vibrant Energy Matters, Phil Spencer breaks down what EPC ratings are meant to do, why they often fall short, and why so many homeowners find them confusing or frustrating. They explore how EPCs fit into the retrofit conversation, what factors actually affect the rating and why better guidance is needed. Do you know your home’s EPC rating, and has it ever been useful? We want this series to reflect real homeowners so please do share your retrofit experiences, questions, and home upgrade stories in the comments. Your input will help shape future episodes and support others on the same journey! 💬 Brought to you in collaboration with Vibrant Energy Matters 👉Find out more: https://www.vibrantenergymatters.co.uk/ 👉 VIDEO TIMESTAMPS ⏳ Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:33 What is an EPC and What Should It Do? 01:24 Why EPCs Come Under So Much Criticism 02:53 How EPCs Affect Landlords and Rental Properties 03:50 Understanding Your EPC Rating as a Homeowner 04:58 EPCs in Mortgage Applications and the Lending Industry 06:05 Why EPCs Have Outgrown Their Original Purpose 07:23 What Homeowners Should Look For Beyond EPCs 08:02 How to Use Your EPC Wisely Our next episode takes a look as smarter retrofit advice - inside the VESA Report. Enjoyed this video? Want to see more? Subscribe to the channel with the link below. That way, you won't miss any future uploads! 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO THE MOVE iQ YOUTUBE CHANNEL 🔗 https://www.youtube.com/c/MoveiQ 👉 GET PHIL SPENCER'S ADVICE DIRECT TO YOUR INBOX ✉ 🔗 https://www.moveiq.co.uk/newsletter-signup/ 👉 VISIT OUR MOVE iQ WEBSITE 💻 🔗 https://www.moveiq.co.uk/ ➤ CONNECT WITH MOVE iQ ON SOCIAL 📲 Insta…

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