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All you need know about Home Information Packs

Home Information Packs have been introduced by the government to speed up the process of homebuying and selling, reducing stress and aid first time buyers. HIPs including Energy Performance Certificates were introduced for ALL properties from 14 December 2007.


The Home Information Pack will contain the key information about the property, such as Energy Performance Certificate, standard searches, and evidence of title.

Which documents are compulsory?

  • Index of documents contained in the H.I.P.
  • Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) or predicted
    energy assessment
  • Sales Statement
  • Standard Searches e.g. Local land searches,
    enquires, drainage and water searches
  • Evidence of Title

What's the Energy Performance Certificate?
The Energy Performance Certificate highlights how energy efficient a property is by giving it a rating from A to G, with A is the most energy efficient. They also offer advice on how to save energy and reduce fuel bills.

Good news for all out customers
Philip James have negotiated discounts for all our customers with a trusted, local company who we work with to take care of your Home Information Pack. You can even choose to defer the payment until after your property has been sold.

Learn more about Home Information Packs on the Government's official web site

Home Information Packs...

Home Inofrmation Packs (HIP's) contain key information about your property. Philip James offer a unique service that takes care of your Home Information Pack, including a deferred payment option.

More information

You can read more about HIP's here:
Home Information Packs
(Government web site)

If you wish to view a HIP listed by PJW, you will require the HIP reference (available from branch or brochure) and postcode (brochure) of the property you wish to see. Click this link and follow the instructions.

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