Energy certificate: why it affects the value of your property. Find out now!

Energy certificate: why it affects the value of your property. Find out now!

According to a report from www.stern.de,

Poor energy efficiency ratings can reduce the value of a property by up to 50 percent and deter potential buyers and tenants. Since the introduction of the energy certificate requirement, the energy efficiency of buildings has played an increasingly important role in purchasing and rental decisions. However, there are differences between the energy requirement certificate and the energy consumption certificate that can lead to distorted results.

The energy requirement certificate shows the theoretical energy requirements of a building, while the energy consumption certificate shows the actual energy consumption of the residents based on the average energy consumption of the past three years. The costs for the energy certificate can vary depending on the type and scope of the certificate. Consumption certificates are generally cheaper than demand certificates.

It is important not to be blinded by particularly cheap offers on the Internet, as there are also dubious providers who are only looking for quick money. Qualified energy consultants who are authorized to issue energy certificates can be found in the list of the German Energy Agency (DENA).

A study by Immoscout24 shows that the energy condition of a property has a significant influence on its value. The worse the energy situation, the greater the price reductions, especially in rural areas. In metropolitan areas, the price discount for properties with poor energy efficiency is on average 5-19 percent, while in rural areas it can be up to 51 percent.

It is therefore advisable to invest in the energy-efficient renovation of properties, as this not only has a positive effect on the value of the property, but also appeals to potential buyers and tenants.