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What is the definition of an energy-efficient home?

In the face of soaring energy prices, optimizing your home's energy efficiency is not just beneficial for your wallet but also enhances comfort and property value. By understanding the key steps to achieving a sustainable home, such as improving insulation or upgrading heating systems, you can significantly reduce energy consumption and secure a more favorable energy label, paving the way for both immediate savings and long-term investment gains.

We all want to live as energy-efficiently as possible, especially now that energy prices are high. For many, costs will be kept under control to some extent in 2023 by the energy ceiling, but for now, that only applies for this year. Unfortunately, we can't predict the future, especially when it comes to energy prices.

It's therefore wise to ensure your home is optimally energy-efficient. If you've made your home more sustainable, you can apply for a more positive energy rating from Homekeur. We're happy to provide you with more insight into what constitutes an energy-efficient home.

You want to buy an energy-efficient house

Making your home more sustainable is always recommended, whether you plan to sell it or continue living in it yourself. An energy-efficient home ensures more attractive energy bills and greater living comfort. Furthermore, the higher the energy label, the higher the property's value. As a home buyer, you want to know more than just how energy-efficient the home is. You also want to be sure it's in the condition you expect. For this, you can have us conduct a building inspection . We'll prepare a building report for you, giving you complete insight into the property's condition. This, combined with the energy label, tells you everything you need to know before buying the home.

When is a home energy efficient?

The definition of an energy-efficient home is actually simple. An energy-efficient home is one in which the necessary measures have been taken to minimize energy consumption. You can determine exactly how energy-efficient a home is by looking at its energy label. A home with an energy label F or even G is very inefficient, meaning you use a lot of energy and face high energy costs. Homes with an energy label A are much more efficient, saving you considerably on your energy bill. Of course, you can take the necessary steps yourself to make your home more energy-efficient and thus obtain a more positive energy label.

How do you obtain a more positive energy label?

There are several ways to make your home more energy-efficient. A crucial step is insulating your home. This includes cavity wall insulation, as well as roof and floor insulation. You can also replace glazing with HR++ or HR+++ glass for further insulation. If you still have an old central heating boiler, replacing it is recommended to significantly reduce energy consumption. Want to take further steps to make your home even more sustainable? You could also consider purchasing a heat pump and installing solar panels.

Easily request an energy label for your home

The cost of an energy label (up to 190 m²) is only €349 including VAT. A certified energy advisor will visit you, inspect the property, and officially register the energy label in EP-online. If the property is larger than 190 m², we charge €0.65 per additional square meter. Do you have any questions? We're happy to help and, if desired, can schedule an appointment with a certified advisor right away!

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