September 7, 2025

I need an energy label: here's how it works

An energy label is more than just a mandatory document when selling or renting your home. It is an important tool that provides insight into the energy efficiency of your home and how you can make it more sustainable. But how exactly does applying for such a label work? And what should you do with the burden of proof? Read on to find out everything you need to know about applying for your energy label at Renewable Partners!

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I need an energy label: here's how it works

An energy label is not only mandatory when selling or renting your home, it is also a smart way to gain insight into the energy efficiency of your home. It shows where your home currently stands and provides concrete advice for improvements that can reduce your energy costs and increase your living comfort.

At Renewable Partners, we make applying for an energy label easy. Below, we explain how it works.

Step 1: The application

You start the process with a simple request via our website or by contacting us. We will then schedule an appointment for one of our certified energy advisors to inspect your home.

Step 2: The inspection visit

During the inspection, our advisor will walk through your home and examine all relevant aspects that influence energy performance. These include insulation of the roof, walls, and floor, the type of glazing, the type of heating system, and ventilation.

Step 3: The burden of proof

This is a crucial part of the process. In order to determine the energy performance of your home as accurately as possible, our advisor needs proof of the energy measures that have been implemented.

What do we mean by evidence?These are documents that show that modifications have been made to your home to improve its energy efficiency. Examples include:

  • Invoices from contractors or installation companies.
  • Quotations with specifications of materials.
  • Construction drawings showing modifications.
  • Photos of the work or the materials.
  • Technical documentation for equipment (e.g., a heat pump).

Examples of evidence:

  • Insulation: An invoice for roof, cavity wall, or floor insulation.
  • Glass: An invoice showing that you have had HR++ glass or triple glazing installed.
  • Solar panels: The invoice for the solar panels and the inverter.
  • Heat pump: The purchase invoice and installation receipt.

Why is this important?Without proof of a measure, an advisor may not include it in the calculation of your energy label. This can have a negative impact on the final label class of your home. We therefore advise you to gather all relevant documents prior to the appointment.

Step 4: The final energy label

After inspecting and processing the evidence, our advisor will issue the energy label. You will receive a digital report and the official energy label from us. Your label will then be registered in the national database and is valid for 10 years.

Do you have any questions or would you like to make an appointment right away? Feel free to contact us. We are happy to help!

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What is the difference between energy label A and A+++?

The difference lies mainly in the degree of insulation and the proportion of sustainably generated energy. An A label can be achieved with good insulation and an efficient installation. For A+++, more is needed: a large proportion of the energy must be generated sustainably, for example with solar panels and a heat pump.

What requirements must my home meet to qualify for energy label A?

The energy label is determined based on the fossil energy consumption of the home, expressed in kWh/m² per year. For an A label, this value is between 105 and 160 kWh/m² per year. With good insulation, an A label is easily achievable. Homes built after 1991 often already have sufficient basic insulation to fall into this category. Solar panels are therefore not necessarily required to achieve an A label.

What are the benefits of an A label?

  • An A-label home is excellently insulated.
  • You enjoy greater living comfort and lower energy bills.
  • You are contributing to a better climate.
  • Many banks offer interest rate discounts on mortgages for homes with an A label (average 0.1%–0.2%).
  • With an average home value of €387,000, this can amount to savings of €500–€1,500 per year.
  • I want to register my energy label!

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    September 7, 2025

    I need an energy label: here's how it works

    I need an energy label: here's how it works

    Introduction

    I need an energy label: here's how it works

    An energy label is not only mandatory when selling or renting your home, it is also a smart way to gain insight into the energy efficiency of your home. It shows where your home currently stands and provides concrete advice for improvements that can reduce your energy costs and increase your living comfort.

    At Renewable Partners, we make applying for an energy label easy. Below, we explain how it works.

    Step 1: The application

    You start the process with a simple request via our website or by contacting us. We will then schedule an appointment for one of our certified energy advisors to inspect your home.

    Step 2: The inspection visit

    During the inspection, our advisor will walk through your home and examine all relevant aspects that influence energy performance. These include insulation of the roof, walls, and floor, the type of glazing, the type of heating system, and ventilation.

    Step 3: The burden of proof

    This is a crucial part of the process. In order to determine the energy performance of your home as accurately as possible, our advisor needs proof of the energy measures that have been implemented.

    What do we mean by evidence?These are documents that show that modifications have been made to your home to improve its energy efficiency. Examples include:

    • Invoices from contractors or installation companies.
    • Quotations with specifications of materials.
    • Construction drawings showing modifications.
    • Photos of the work or the materials.
    • Technical documentation for equipment (e.g., a heat pump).

    Examples of evidence:

    • Insulation: An invoice for roof, cavity wall, or floor insulation.
    • Glass: An invoice showing that you have had HR++ glass or triple glazing installed.
    • Solar panels: The invoice for the solar panels and the inverter.
    • Heat pump: The purchase invoice and installation receipt.

    Why is this important?Without proof of a measure, an advisor may not include it in the calculation of your energy label. This can have a negative impact on the final label class of your home. We therefore advise you to gather all relevant documents prior to the appointment.

    Step 4: The final energy label

    After inspecting and processing the evidence, our advisor will issue the energy label. You will receive a digital report and the official energy label from us. Your label will then be registered in the national database and is valid for 10 years.

    Do you have any questions or would you like to make an appointment right away? Feel free to contact us. We are happy to help!

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