Energy consulting: costs, subsidies and alternative financing options

Whether for apartment buildings or your commercial property: the costs of an energy consultation pay off in the long term - and are partially subsidized.

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What does an energy consultation cost?

Energy consulting is very complex. For this reason, it is not possible to quote all-inclusive prices. The cost of an energy consultation basically depends on various factors. 

These aspects in particular have a major influence on the cost of an energy consultation: 

• ‍Scopeof the consultation: Do you need a brief consultation, an on-site consultation in your property or a detailed refurbishment roadmap? ‍
• Type of property: The requirements for commercial properties are usually higher than those for private projects. ‍
• Qualification: Only qualified experts for energy efficiency can also apply for subsidies - in other words, they offer advice that goes beyond the standard. ‍
• Region and provider: The cost of an energy consultation can vary depending on the federal state and institution. 

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Nevertheless, we would like to give you a rough overview of the possible price range at this point:

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Supporting subsidies and grants

You do not usually have to bear the full cost of an energy consultation yourself. There are subsidies and grants available for both private owners and companies. 

Federal funding for energy consulting for residential buildings (EBW) from BAFA 

This subsidy relates to the costs of an energy consultation including an individual refurbishment roadmap (iSFP). 

Scope of funding: 

• up to 50 % of the consulting costs
• Detached and semi-detached houses: maximum € 650
• Residential buildings with three or more residential units: maximum €850
• Communities of owners can receive an additional €250 if the report is presented at the owners' meeting. 

Only energy efficiency experts are authorized to apply for subsidies and grants. You should therefore make sure that the person you choose is appropriately qualified. Energy consultants at Purpose Green meet this requirement and are available to you with a broad range of certified expertise.

When does it make sense to invest in energy consulting?

Such advice is generally useful in order to uncover potential savings or to receive help in dealing with legal requirements. This can also be helpful on a small scale - for example, for tenants who want to reduce their service charges. 

First and foremost, however, professional energy advice is a valuable opportunity for owners. 

If you own one or more residential buildings or commercial properties, you should take advantage of an energy consultation in these cases, for example: 

• before refurbishment or modernization,
• if legal requirements have to be met,
• if you want to increase the value of your property. 

It also makes sense to talk to experts beforehand when planning a new building.

Energy consulting is even mandatory if you ...

• are planning to apply for a grant or subsidy for the energy-efficient refurbishment of your building,
• want to install a new oil or gas heating system,
• require energy balance calculations for the refurbishment of a detached or semi-detached house, 
• want to sell a detached house or apartment building.

What does an energy consultation involve?

In the course of a professional energy consultation, the complex requirements of an energy-efficient refurbishment are explained to you. Above all, however, your individual situation will be taken into account - accordingly, the consultation will vary in complexity. The factors to be considered depend on whether you own a commercial property or would like information about your apartment building. The final cost of the energy consultation will depend on which services are required as a result or based on your individual questions.

Depending on the provider, the consultation includes 

individual focal points such as: 

• Advice on and application for subsidies,
• Preparation of an energy certificate,
• Analysis of thermographic images. 

comprehensive services such as: 

• Holistic energy assessment of buildings,
• Advice and development of an individual refurbishment roadmap (iSFP),
• Profitability analysis and comparison of different measures,
• Checking compliance with legal requirements (GEG and EPBD directives),
• Implementation of the results of energy consulting (building supervision, refurbishment management).
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How do I find the right energy advice?

Choosing the right energy consultant is crucial to the success of the measures. You should therefore consider the following criteria when making your choice: 

• ‍Qualifications: Make sure that the consultant is certified as an energy consultant (e.g. by DENEFF or BAFA). ‍
• Experience: Experience with projects similar to yours would be an advantage. ‍
• Transparent costs: The consulting costs and scope of services should be communicated clearly and openly. ‍
• Additional services: In addition to advice, some providers also offer support during the implementation of energy efficiency measures. This facilitates project management and enables cost synergies. 

Purpose Green: Your companion from energy consulting to implementation 

We can provide you with partial services or a complete package comprising all relevant services for energy-efficient refurbishment. On request, we can take care of energy consulting only, create an individual refurbishment roadmap for you or take on the entire project management.



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