Why do landlords need an EPC expiry reminder?
A domestic EPC is usually valid for 10 years. That is long enough to forget the exact anniversary, especially if the same tenant stays for years and nobody revisits the certificate file.
You generally need a current EPC before marketing a property to let. An expiry reminder gives you time to book an accredited assessor before a void period or new listing is blocked.
What should a good EPC reminder include?
Store the certificate PDF, the assessment date, the expiry date, and the energy rating band. Reminders at 30, 7 and 1 day cover normal planning plus last-minute backup if the booking slips.
Certs Reminder reads dates when you upload the EPC, stores the document in one place, and sends the reminder emails automatically — no spreadsheet or manual calendar entry required.
How is EPC expiry different from MEES rating checks?
Expiry tracking is about whether the certificate is still in date. MEES (Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards) is a separate question about the rating on a valid EPC — typically band E minimum in England and Wales for many private rentals.
Track both: upload the EPC for expiry alerts, then check the band on the PDF before you remarket. See our guide on EPC validity if you need the full 10-year rules.
Frequently asked questions
What is an EPC expiry reminder?
An email alert before your Energy Performance Certificate reaches its 10-year end date. Certs Reminder sends free reminders at 30, 7 and 1 day before expiry.
How long before EPC expiry should I set a reminder?
At least 30 days before expiry so you can book an assessor. Extra alerts at 7 days and 1 day help if the appointment moves.
Can Certs Reminder read the EPC expiry date automatically?
Yes. Upload the EPC PDF or photo and we try to extract the assessment and expiry dates, then schedule reminder emails before the certificate lapses.
Is an EPC expiry reminder the same as a MEES checker?
No. Expiry reminders track the 10-year certificate date. MEES is about the energy rating on a valid EPC. You need both before re-letting.
What happens if my EPC has already expired?
Renew before marketing the property to let, then set a reminder for the next 10-year cycle immediately so the same gap does not happen again.