New Build Dwellings - Overview
Elmhurst Energy Systems are pleased to announce that, following extensive testing by BRE, our Design SAP2009 Software has received Government approval and has now been released to our customers.
Elmhurst‘s Design SAP2009 Software produces building energy calculations and can be used to demonstrate compliance with the New Part L1 of the Building Regulations in England & Wales, and Section 6 of the Scottish Buildings Standards in Scotland. These latest changes to the Regulations came into effect on the 1st October 2010.
This achievement is the latest evolution of Elmhurst’s established and widely used SAP Software which is popular throughout the industry with consultants, house builders and Building Control Bodies. The Design SAP2009 software will be further enhanced between now and April 2011 and phased updates will introduce additional features to the software including an updated U-Value calculator and the ability to lodge new-build EPCs.
Looking to produce your own EPCs for New Build Dwellings and practise as a SAP Energy Assessor?
Elmhurst Energy Systems provide professional and affordable software, training and Accreditation for individuals looking to practise as a SAP Energy Assessor/On Construction Domestic Energy Assessor (OCDEA) and produce EPCs for new build dwellings.
New Build Dwellings - what are the requirements?
When constructing a new dwelling, energy calculations are required in order to demonstrate compliance with the Building Regulations. The Government now utilise these calculations to fulfil EU requirements for the provision of Energy Performance Certificates (EPC). EPCs demonstrate the energy efficiency of a dwelling at the completion of construction.
The Building Regulations, Part L in Eng & Wales and Part F in Northern Ireland, aim to ensure minimum standards are adhered to wherever buildings are constructed. The prescribed method for demonstrating that minimum standards have been achieved with regards to the energy efficiency requirements is the submission of Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) calculations.
Elmhurst’s Design SAP 2005 and 2009 Software
Elmhurst has developed a market-leading software tool called 'Design SAP' and, in conjunction with the relevant training and qualification, this software allows assessors to produce legally valid new-build EPCs.
In addition to Design SAP 2005, Elmhurst is pleased to announce that our Design SAP 2009 software has received Government approval for use and is now available to our customers. Full details of how to obtain the software can be found by clicking on the ‘Software’ button below.
Who would be interested in Elmhurst New Build Software?
Architects, Engineers, Energy consultants, Technologists, Surveyors, House Builders and Building Control Bodies.
The New Build EPC Process:
How do I train and gain accreditation as a new-build energy assessor?
An individual looking to produce a EPCs for new-build dwellings must be trained and registered as member of a Government approved Accreditation scheme. Elmhurst Energy Systems is a Government approved Accreditation body and offers the relevant training and Accreditation license to practise as a SAP Energy Assessor (OCDEA). This allows the individual to produce EPCs and undertake building regulations compliance calculations for New Build Dwellings. Further details are available by clicking on the ‘Training’ and ‘Accreditation’ buttons below.
The Accreditation scheme ensures that all EPCs are produced by persons who are appropriately qualified, insured and subject to strict independent quality standards.
Please use the buttons below to access the information you will need on the software, training and Accreditation Elmhurst provide. The buttons provide access to the relevant application forms, prices and availability of New Build training courses.
