An energy audit is a key component of <\/span>Mandatory Real Estate Inspections<\/span><\/a>, thereby contributing to the value and sustainability of real estate.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Our real estate agency in Paris's 16th arrondissement<\/a>, our CENTURY 21 Auteuil Immobilier and Auteuil Seine offices are here to help you understand energy audits.<\/span><\/p>\n L\u2019<\/span>energy audit<\/span><\/a> complements the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). This document is intended to assess a building\u2019s energy performance by identifying the <\/span>weaknesses<\/b> in terms of <\/span>energy consumption<\/b>. It helps provide solutions to improve energy efficiency, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and <\/span>reduce energy costs<\/b>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n This audit is part of an energy-efficient renovation initiative aimed at optimizing the heating, cooling, ventilation, and domestic hot water systems.<\/span><\/p>\n Energy audits cover several types of buildings, including:<\/p>\n Since September 1, 2022, the Energy audits are mandatory<\/a> for homeowners who wish to sell homes rated F or G on the energy performance certificate. This measure applies to energy-inefficient homes and is intended to encourage energy-efficiency renovations.\u00a0<\/p>\n Good to know: This requirement will be extended to homes rated E (effective January 1, 2025) and to homes rated D (effective January 1, 2034).<\/p>\n The energy audit must be conducted by a <\/span>qualified professional<\/b>. This could be a licensed architect, an architectural firm, or a certified real estate inspector.<\/span><\/p>\n Good to know:<\/b> The selected auditor may not subcontract the performance of the audit.<\/span><\/p>\n The auditor begins by gathering all the necessary information about the building. This includes the <\/span>plans<\/b>, the <\/span>energy bills<\/b>, the <\/span>features<\/b> equipment<\/b> heating, cooling, ventilation, and domestic hot water production, as well as <\/span>the condition of the insulation<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n The auditor then conducts a detailed site visit to directly inspect the facilities, check the condition of the equipment and structures, and identify potential sources of <\/span>energy loss<\/b>. This visual inspection allows us to supplement theoretical data with practical observations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Using the information gathered and the on-site measurements taken, he analyzes the building's energy consumption.<\/span> Based on this analysis, the auditor formulates <\/span>recommendations<\/b> to improve energy efficiency<\/b> construction.<\/span><\/p>\n To find a <\/span>energy auditor<\/b>, you can consult online directories of certified professionals, such as the one provided by <\/span>France R\u00e9nov\u2019<\/span><\/a>. You can also contact your local Chamber of Commerce and Industry, or inquire with the<\/span>Architects' Association <\/b>for recommendations.<\/span><\/p>\n An energy audit must include several essential elements:<\/span><\/p>\n When an energy audit reveals technical obstacles or disproportionate costs, several solutions are possible:<\/span><\/p>\n The energy audit takes the form of a <\/span>detailed report<\/b>. This document includes charts, tables, and clear explanations to help readers understand the recommendations. It serves as <\/span>Guide to Planning Construction Work<\/b> energy-efficiency renovations and track improvements in energy performance over time.<\/span><\/p>\n The validity period of an energy audit is<\/span> 5 years<\/b>. <\/span><\/p>\n The <\/span>cost of an energy audit<\/b> is not regulated<\/b>, and may vary from one professional to another. Several factors influence the rate, such as the size and complexity of the building.<\/span><\/p>\n Did you know?<\/b> The cost of the energy audit may be covered by certain financial assistance programs, such as <\/span>MaPrimeR\u00e9nov<\/b>\u2019, a subsidy designed to encourage energy-efficiency renovations, available to those who meet certain income requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n Our team is here to answer any questions you may have about your real estate projects\u2014whether you\u2019re selling, buying, or managing rental properties. We\u2019ll guide you through all the steps involved in energy audits, connect you with certified auditors, and help you <\/span>understand the recommendations<\/b> to optimize the energy efficiency of your property.<\/span><\/p>\n Please feel free to contact our two real estate agencies<\/b> CENTURY 21 Auteuil Immobilier and CENTURY 21 Auteuil Seine by phone at 01 42 15 16 21 or 01 56 07 16 21, or by email at auteuil@century21.fr<\/a> or auteuilseine@century21.fr<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Tout ce qu’il faut savoir sur l’audit \u00e9nerg\u00e9tique.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":0,"featured_media":2228,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[15],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-266","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-conseils"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nWhat is the purpose of an energy audit?<\/h2>\n
Which buildings are required to undergo an energy audit?<\/h2>\n
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Who is required to conduct an energy audit?<\/h2>\n
What does an energy auditor do?<\/h2>\n
Where can I find an energy auditor?<\/h2>\n
What should an energy audit include?<\/h2>\n
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What should be done in the event of technical obstacles or disproportionate costs?<\/h2>\n
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What form does the energy audit take?<\/h2>\n
How long is an energy audit valid?<\/h2>\n
How much does an energy audit cost?<\/h2>\n
How can our CENTURY 21 Auteuil and Auteuil Seine offices assist you?<\/h2>\n