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.

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)

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