Anyone looking to buy or rent a house will come across the energy rating in the property listing, which is mandatory.
Energy ratings can be A+, A, B, B-, C, D, E, and F (from best to worst performance), with some EU countries using the rating up to letter G.
Ratings from A+ to B- indicate better energy efficiency, which translates to lower energy consumption, while an F rating indicates higher consumption.
It is important to note that, according to current legislation, there are minimum energy rating requirements in certain cases:
• New residential buildings: minimum class A
• Residential buildings undergoing major renovation: minimum class C
The energy rating is thus a factor to consider when evaluating a property to buy or rent, as it directly impacts energy consumption and, consequently, the increase in associated expenses, as well as the property’s thermal comfort.
