Today, the energy performance certificate is one of the standard documents used when marketing property. It provides key figures on the energy efficiency of a building and is prescribed by law. It is legally regulated in the Building Energy Act (GEG). The aim is transparency for buyers and tenants - not the valuation of the property as such.
The energy performance certificate is not a quality or value appraisal, but a standardised energy classification.
When is an energy performance certificate mandatory?
The energy performance certificate is mandatory if you Sell property or want to let a property. It also plays a role in the Property valuation, as it makes the energy categorisation of the building transparent. This applies to both residential and commercial properties. Certain information from the energy performance certificate must be made public at the marketing stage - for example in online exposés.
In practice, this means that the energy performance certificate should be available at the latest at the start of marketing. If you act too late, you risk delays or formal complaints. Even more important: without an energy performance certificate, there is no central information basis for interested parties.
What types of energy certificates are there?
There are basically two types of energy performance certificate. Which type is permissible depends on the year of construction and the energy status of the building.
- Demand certificate It is based on a technical analysis of the building and its fabric. It is considered more objective as it is independent of individual usage behaviour.
- Consumption certificate It is based on the actual energy consumption in recent years. This value may be influenced by the heating behaviour of the residents.
Which form makes sense or is prescribed in a specific case should always be examined individually. Generalised statements are often misleading.
What information does the energy performance certificate contain?
Mandatory information includes:
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Type of energy certificate (demand or consumption)
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Final energy demand or final energy consumption (kWh/m²a)
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Energy efficiency class (A+ to H)
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Main energy sources (e.g. gas, district heating, electricity)
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Year of construction of the building
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Year of construction of the heating system
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Period of validity (10 years)
Property adverts must be published:
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Type of energy certificate
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Characteristic value (kWh/m²a)
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Energy efficiency class
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Year of construction
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Energy source
What we can do for you.
The energy certificate is mandatory - its Correct categorisation and Clean use in marketing are not automatically.
This is exactly where Black Label Immobilien comes in.
- Classification of the existing energy certificate
- Support in obtaining an energy certificate
- Legally compliant integration into marketing
- Transparent advice for buyers and tenants
- Connection to property valuation and sales strategy
Which documents are required for the creation?
Different information is required depending on the type of ID card:
For the consumption certificate
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Heating bills from the last 3 years
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Living or usable space
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Number of residential units
For the requirement certificate
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Building plans or floor plans
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Details of:
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Exterior walls
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Windows
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Roof / basement ceiling
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Heating system
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Modernisation certificates (if available)
Realistically speaking:
Missing documents either lead to generalised assumptions - or to a poorer result.
Who is authorised to issue an energy performance certificate?
Energy performance certificates may only be issued by qualified experts. These include, among others:
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Architects
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Civil engineers
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Energy consultant with appropriate authorisation
Online offers are permitted, when they come from authorised exhibitors. Cheap offers without professional examination are legally risky.
How long is an energy performance certificate valid for?
An energy performance certificate is valid for ten years. This period begins on the date of issue, regardless of whether the property is sold or rented out in the meantime.
However, if extensive energy efficiency measures are carried out, it may make sense to update the energy performance certificate early. Not out of obligation, but to make the changed quality of the property visible.
Conclusion
The energy certificate is Compulsory, but also Opportunity for categorisation. If drawn up correctly and communicated properly, it ensures transparency and legal certainty - if handled incorrectly, it can lead to delays and risks in the sales or letting process.
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