The Elmhurst Energy Report 

What information does this report provide?

The information provided within the Energy Report is presented in a format which is both concise and easy for clients to understand. It can be generated through Elmhurst's RdSAP Online or RdSAP Go software using the latest RdSAP methodology. It is important to note that an Energy Report is not an EPC and should not be used in its place, as it does not satisfy the legal requirements. The following information is provided within this report:

Energy Rating

The current and potential energy rating for the dwelling is displayed prominently on the first page of the report.

Recommendations

The recommendations for the dwelling is provided in a table format on page two of the report. The table provides a list of recommended measures with their cumulative and individual savings (per year), and also their cumulative and individual rating change. A disclaimer is also provided which highlights the importance of installing the recommended measures in the order provided, so to get to the potential energy rating.

Estimated energy costs of the dwelling

The estimated running costs of the space and water heating and lighting are provided within this table. The table also shows the estimated costs after recommended measures have been installed, as well as a potential future savings figure.

Estimated CO2 emissions of the dwelling

The estimated CO2 emissions section provides a clear indication of the dwellings current and potential CO2 rating on a simple G to A scale. This section also provides the estimated emissions of the dwelling in tonnes and compares this with the potential emissions after recommended measures have been installed.

About this document

The final part of the report provides information about who the report was created by as well as a disclaimer relating to the information provided.

Data Inputs

Members have the option to include data inputs at the back of the report depending on their client's preferences. The data inputs display both inputted and assumed values which have been used in the creation of this report.

Combine the Energy Report with professional MEES advice

Elmhurst's trusted insurance partners, Elmhurst Risk Solutions can provide enhanced insurance cover for Elmhurst members who want to deliver advice regarding MEES regulations and exemptions to their clients.

The submission of the Energy Report itself is already covered through Elmhurst's member insurance, however the enhanced PI cover available from Elmhurst Risk Solutions can cover members who want to provide full binding advice for energy efficiency legislation that impacts building owners, such as Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). MEES remains a key legislative driver in the private rented sector, and energy assessors will benefit from delivering a full advice and assessment service which supports it.