Making homes more sustainable has been receiving a lot of attention in recent years. Homeowners can take many measures to make their homes more sustainable. The Dutch government was supposed to mandate the installation of hybrid heat pumps by 2026, but this requirement has now been dropped. How does this work? We'll tell you more.
When you're considering buying a home, it's always a good idea to have a building inspection performed. You'll learn not only about the property's condition but also about its energy efficiency. It provides immediate insight into potential opportunities for making the home more sustainable.
In recent years, the Dutch government has taken more measures to reduce CO2 emissions and limit the use of fossil fuels. One of these measures was the introduction of a requirement to install a hybrid heat pump starting in 2026 if a traditional gas boiler breaks down. Hybrid heat pumps combine a heat pump with a gas-fired central heating boiler. This system uses the heat pump to heat the home for most of the year, while the central heating boiler kicks in during the coldest days. This leads to a significant reduction in gas consumption and CO2 emissions. Is a hybrid heat pump already installed in the home you are considering buying? During a building inspection by Homekeur, this heat pump will of course also be inspected.
The government wanted to introduce a mandatory requirement to install a hybrid heat pump to encourage homeowners to make their homes more energy-efficient. The goal was to accelerate the transition to sustainable energy sources. However, the Dutch government has now decided to drop the requirement. There are several reasons for this. Installing a hybrid heat pump can entail significant costs. Furthermore, technical challenges can arise, especially in older homes. There are several ways to make homes more sustainable. By lifting the requirement, the government aims to give homeowners more flexibility to choose the best solution for their specific situation. Furthermore, the government wants to consider potential new innovations that are even more effective and cost-efficient than hybrid heat pumps.
Now that the requirement to install a hybrid heat pump has been lifted as of 2026, homeowners can choose alternatives to make their homes more sustainable. These options include a fully electric heat pump, solar panels, full home insulation, a pellet stove or biomass stove, or solar thermal energy. The removal of the hybrid heat pump requirement offers you more freedom of choice when making your home more sustainable.
A building inspection, or structural survey, primarily gives you a clear picture of the property's condition. The foundation, electrical system, and the condition of the facade and roof are inspected, among other things. Has the property already been made sustainable, for example, by installing a hybrid heat pump? Then this will also be checked during the building inspection . After the inspection, you will receive a report clarifying the property's condition and opportunities for sustainability improvements. Homekeur is happy to assist you with this. You can schedule an appointment online. Feel free to contact us for more information and advice. We are happy to help.
The cost of a building inspection (up to 250 m²) is only €489 including VAT. We'll conduct a comprehensive building inspection and you'll receive a building report. Do you have any questions? We're happy to help and can schedule an appointment with an expert inspector right away if you wish!
