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What is a BER

A BER is an objective scale of comparison for the energy performance of a building ranging from A1 to G. It is rather like the A to G rating for a household electrical appliance like your fridge. A-rated homes are the most energy efficient and G the least efficient.

Key Implementation Dates for Building Energy Ratings & Air Pressure Testing

New Dwellings

From the 1st of January 2007, all new homes for which planning permission has being applied for must have a BER Cert. Transitional BER exemptions will apply to new dwellings for which planning permission is applied on or before 31st of December 2006, where new dwellings involved are substantially completed on or before the 30th of June 2008

Existing Dwellings

1st of January 2009 BER Cert's will be required for any existing building offered For sale or rent. There is a maximum fine of up to €5,000.00 for not having a BER Cert when required

Air Pressure Testing

The revised building regulations of 24th of January 2008 introduced mandatory air pressure testing for new dwellings. All new single dwellings require an air pressure test from the 1st of July 2008.