Energy Performance Rating Certificate

Question

Will my wood burning multi fuel stove, rate higher than a free standing electric heater on my Energy Performance Rating Certificate.
I use smokeless coal and wood.

Iain · Accepted Answer

Electric heaters will always be the least efficient and give you the worst rating in the EPC software. Storage heater systems, in particular the older style storage heaters with minimal controls, are now looked at poorly by the software and the recommendations will suggest changing to more modern efficient high heat retention storage heaters which will in turn have a beneficial impact not only on the EPC rating but also your overall energy consumption and running costs. Wood and oil room heaters will generally give a better rating than old style storage heaters, but still much lower than having a renewable heating system or gas central heating.

Stanley · Answer

Probably not, will depend on how its installed and what one it is.

David · Answer

You need to consult a qualified electrician. Gas engineers do not issue these certificates Kind Regards Dave Lewis

Geoffrey · Answer

Generally, a wood-burning multi-fuel stove can have a positive impact on your Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating, especially if it’s an efficient model and you use high-quality fuel like smokeless coal and wood,
Wood-burning stoves are typically more efficient than free-standing electric heaters. For instance, a standard log burner can be around 80% efficient1, while electric heaters usually have lower efficiency and only heat a single room2. Additionally, wood is considered a carbon-neutral fuel source, which can also positively influence your EPC rating,
However, the actual impact on your EPC will depend on various factors, including the specific models of your stove and heater, the overall insulation of your home, and how the energy assessor evaluates these elements,

Jordan · Answer

Not as fair as I'm aware you'd need to do the correct calculation tho

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