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BER Assessments Across Munster

A Building Energy Rating and Advisory Report issued by an SEAI Registered Assessor. Required for property sales, lettings and SEAI grant applications.

Onsite survey and report issued within 3-5 working days.

An energy efficiency rating chart with colored bars from top to bottom: blue for 'BER A0' less than or equal to 42, green for 'A' less than or equal to 75, green for 'B' less than or equal to 150, yellow-green for 'C' less than or equal to 225, yellow for 'D' less than or equal to 275, orange for 'E' less than or equal to 325, orange-red for 'F' less than or equal to 375, and red for 'G' greater than 375. The units are in kWh per square meter per year. A note indicates the criteria are based on ZEB standards and units are in kilowatt-hours per square meter per year.

Building Energy Ratings Explained.

WHAT IS A BER?

A Building Energy Rating (BER) is an official measure of a home's energy performance, rated on a scale from A0 (most efficient) to G (least efficient). It is a legal requirement when selling or renting a residential property, and is also a prerequisite for most SEAI grant applications.

The assessment is carried out by an SEAI-registered assessor who visits the property to inspect insulation levels, windows, heating systems, hot water systems, and ventilation. This data is entered into DEAP — Ireland's official energy calculation software — to generate your BER certificate and advisory report.

Your BER certificate is valid for 10 years and is registered on the national SEAI database. The advisory report that accompanies it sets out recommended energy upgrades and their estimated costs and savings — a useful roadmap for any retrofit project.

Key Facts

  • Legally required when selling or renting a home.

  • Required before applying for most SEAI grants

  • Valid for 10 years from date of issue

  • Registered on the national SEAI database

  • Includes an advisory report with upgrade recommendations

  • Covers all residential dwelling types

  • Report issued within 3–5 working days of assessment

Do you need a BER Assessment?

WHO NEEDS ONE?

A BER is needed in several common situations — here's a quick guide to whether you need one.

Selling your home

A valid BER certificate is a legal requirement before placing your property on the market. Estate agents cannot advertise without one.

Renting your property

Landlords must provide tenants with a BER certificate. From 2025, new tenancies require a minimum BER of C for rental properties.

Applying for SEAI grants

Most SEAI retrofit grants, including heat pump, insulation, and solar PV grants require a pre-upgrade BER assessment to establish your baseline rating.

Planning a retrofit

Even if you're not selling, a BER gives you a clear picture of where your home is losing energy and what upgrades will give the best return.

The Assessment Process.

HOW IT WORKS

Simple, straightforward, and completed within 3-5 days from your first contact.

01

Book online or call

Fill in our short enquiry form or call us directly. We'll issue a quotation and confirm a suitable date within 24 hours.

02

On-site visit

We visit your property to inspect insulation, heating, windows, and ventilation. This takes 1–2 hours depending on property size.

03

DEAP calculation

Survey data is entered into DEAP — Ireland's official energy calculation software — to determine your rating.

04

Certificate issued

Your BER certificate and advisory report are issued within 3–5 working days and registered on the SEAI database.

What’s included in your Assessment?

WHATS INCLUDED?

No hidden extras — here's exactly what you receive as part of every BER assessment with Morning Star Projects.

An official BER Certificate registered on the SEAI National Database

Detailed advisory report with energy upgrade recommendations

Full on-site property inspection by an SEAI-accredited assessor

Guidance on SEAI grants you may be eligible for based on your rating

DEAP 4 energy calculation using Ireland's official methodology

Follow-up call to discuss your results and next steps

Frequently Asked Questions

COMMON QUESTIONS

Answers to what homeowners most often ask us about BER assessments.

  • The on-site visit typically takes 1 to 2 hours depending on the size and type of property. Your certificate and advisory report are then issued within 3–5 working days.

  • Yes — someone needs to be home to provide access to all areas of the property, including the attic, hot press, and heating system. You don't need to do anything other than let us in.

  • A BER certificate is valid for 10 years from the date of issue, provided no significant changes are made to the property's energy systems or fabric in that time

  • Yes — increasingly so. Properties with higher BER ratings (A or B) typically command a premium on the market. A poor rating can be addressed through SEAI-funded retrofits, which we can advise on as part of the assessment.

  • No — a pre-upgrade BER assessment is a mandatory first step for most SEAI grant schemes, including heat pump and insulation grants. We can complete the assessment and advise on your eligibility in one visit.

  • We are based in Co. Limerick and cover all of Munster including Clare, Tipperary, Cork, Kerry, and Waterford. Contact us if you are unsure whether we cover your area.

Ready to Book your BER Assessment?

Get in touch today — we'll confirm your appointment within 24 hours and have your certificate issued within 3–5 days.