When?

Since January 1st 2009 a BER certificate is compulsory for all homes being constructed, sold or rented.

If you are buying or renting a new house or apartment now, you are entitled to a BER - so do ask the seller/landlord or their agent for it.

Who?

Anyone offering a property for sale or rent is required to produce an Building Energy Rating Cert prior to signing contracts.

Auctioneers or selling agents are also required to produce a BER cert for properties offered for sale or rent.

Why?

A BER certificate is intended to inform the tennant or purchaser of the annual energy required to heat and light a new or existing home.

The BER rating will be taken into consideration when negociating the rent or purchase price of a property.