FAQ

ENERGY SURVEY AND ADVISORY REPORT (AUDIT)

Q. What does an Energy Survey and Advisory Report (Audit) contain?
A. The Audit will consist of two sections as follows:
1. A full and detailed survey of the dwellings current levels of energy usage and is, in effect, an actual Building Energy Rating. It will contain accurate details such as dimensions, current levels of insulation, window and door details, ventilation levels and analysis of the existing space and water heating system.
2. An Advisory report outlining a full list of recommendations for improving the Energy Efficiency of your home and a table showing the reducing levels of energy usage and cost, following the implementation of each recommended improvement. The report will also contain all details necessary for quotation of costs regarding works including areas, quantities and specification of materials.

Q. What are the benefits of a Survey/ Advisory Report?
A. The report will make fully visible to the home owner how they stand as regards energy usage and running costs and will enable them to improve, to whatever level they deem suitable with regards to their budget.

Q. What details are required to conduct such a survey?
A. A site survey of your dwelling will be necessary along with any available plans or drawings and will be carried out by a qualified assessor. We will also need to know the approximate year of construction and years of any subsequent alterations / extensions.

Q. Is there a “best time” to commission such a report?
A. If you simply want to know how the Energy Efficiency of your dwelling stands at present or if you are planning any material alterations to your property, you would be well advised to commission an Audit / Report as this would be the best time to upgrade the energy efficiency of your dwelling and ensure that all planned works are in accordance with Building Regulations regarding Energy Efficiency and also to ensure that you the home owner know exactly what your project requirements are.

Q. How much will this service cost me?
A. Cost starts at €350 fully inclusive and depending on available details. Costing for survey and advisory report may be based on construction detail rather than building size.

B.E.R. (BUILDING ENERGY RATING)

Q. What is a B.E.R.?
A. Building Energy Rating (BER) is a certificate indicating the energy performance of a given dwelling. It covers energy use for space heating, water heating, ventilation and lighting, calculated on the basis of standard occupancy. An “A” rating is the most energy efficient whereas “G” is the least.

Q. When do I require a B.E.R.?
A. As and from January 1st 2009, you legally require a B.E.R. when selling leasing or renting a property belonging to you. Failure to comply could result in a fine of €5000.

Q. What is the purpose of the B.E.R.?
A. The BER will make the energy performance characteristics of the building transparent to prospective buyers and tenants. As a result, buyers and tenants will be able, for the first time, to take energy performance into consideration in their decision to purchase or rent a building. Overall, the message in a market context is: “information is power”. BER is about equipping the consumer with information and the consequent power to act in their own best interests.

Q. Am I legally required to carry out improvements on my building if I receive a low rating.
A. There is no legal obligation on the home owner to carry out any improvements however an inefficient Energy Rating could, in effect, reduce your scope of prospective buyers or tenants.

Q. How much will a B.E.R. cost me?
A. Prices range from €200 inclusive of all relevant charges. Costing for BER cert may be based on construction detail rather than building size.

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