BER New Dwellings

New Dwellings, Building Energy Rating Certificate (BER)

From the 1st January 2007 all new dwellings require a BER Certificate prior to occupancy. The earlier a BER assessment is carried out in the design stage, the easier it is to incorporate more energy efficient materials and technologies. There is a maximum fine of up to €5,000.00 for not having a BER Cert when required

What are the benefits of a BER?

A BER rates the energy performance of a dwelling on a scale of A to G, for prospective buyers and tenants.  ‘A’ being the most energy efficient, thus enabling them to take energy efficiency into consideration in their next house purchase or rental decision.

Air Pressure Testing

The revised building regulations of 24th of January 2008 introduced mandatory air pressure testing for new dwellings. All new dwellings require an air pressure test from the 1st of July 2008.

For Self Build projects:

If you have completed your project Greener Energy Homes can provide a Final BER Certificates prior to occupancy.  If you are just starting your build we will assist the self builder achieve the best possible BER rating through the use of insulation and renewable technologies from the design stage.  We can also provide on site inspections to ensure best practice is adhered to. We can assist with grant applications for renewable technologies.        Contact Us

For Architects:

Greener Energy Homes will sit down with Architects and designers and together with their clients work to achieve the best rating possible taking into account budget and clients requirements. We will provide Provisional BER Certificates based on Drawings and detailed specifications of Boiler/Heating/Ventilation systems supplied. We will carry out final BER Certification on completion of new builds and also on existing dwellings.    Contact Us

For Builders/Developers:

Greener Energy Homes will assist builders/developers achieve the best possible BER rating by incorporate more energy efficient materials and technologies in multiple or single unit developments providing both Provisional and Final BER Certificates. We can assist with grant applications for renewable technologies. Contact Us

For Legal and Auctioneering Professions:

If your client is selling a new or existing dwelling or they are about to put a property up for lease then Greener Energy Homes can provide a professional services at competitive rates for BER Certificates. Contact Us

Greener Energy Homes cover the following areas:

Cavan, Leitrim, Longford, Roscommon, Monaghan, Louth, Dublin, Meath, Westmeath and Sligo.

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