Commercial Building Energy Rating (BER)
From the 1st January 2009, a Building Energy Rating (BER) is required for all commercial buildings for rent or sale. The purpose of a BER is is to enable property buyers or renters to judge the likely running costs of a building, and is an indicator of the building's energy performance in areas such as ventilation, lighting, space and water heating and cooling.
What services do NRG Experts provide?
- A full BER assessment for your commercial property
- Identify elements of your property that require upgrading
- Advice on renewable technology that may be introduced to the property, alongside the cost savings associated with each
- Detailed pricing, including identifying material and fitting costs as well as obtaining quotes for any work
- Calculate annual energy savings, CO2 reductions, and payback time of project
Pricing for commercial BER Assessments vary widely, depending on the type and size of the property. As a rough guideline, a BER for a small unit would cost €400 - €500, with prices rising for larger units or properties.
Contact us for a more comprehensive quote, and we'll be happy to help.
More about Commercial Energy Ratings
Sustainable Energy Ireland (SEI) have produced a number of Public Sector case studies that shed some light on the improvements that can be made to non-residential properties, and the energy savings that result. Details can be found on the SEI website, and include:
- University College Dublin, Urban Institute
- Gaelscoil an Eiscir Riada Department of Education & Science
- Limerick County Council, New council headquarters
A full list of grants currently available for commercial properties can be found on the SEI website.
They include: