Having the correct domestic energy assessments equipment is crucial for producing accurate Energy Performance Certificates. Whether you’re embarking on the initial stages of your journey or are already an experienced DEA, it’s crucial to have the right tools for effective energy assessments. When it comes to images our preference is to use a tablet, although the camera on your smartphone will prove more than adequate for this task.

These items are the basic equipment for domestic energy assessments and are enough for the start of your journey as a Domestic Energy Assessor in your local area.

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Used to measure wall and insulation thickness, easy one handed operation

Used to access utility meters, we like the robust metal style for longevity

Rechargeable LED lightweight torch

Keep your assessment documents organised

Ideal for sketching your floor plans on site

Draw horizontal and vertical straight lines freehand when placed under a plain sheet of paper.

Easily annotate details on your floor plans

For when you need that extra bit of reach, handy for those tricky to access loft spaces

These are items that can be added to your equipment for domestic energy assessments as you become more established as a Domestic Energy Assessor in your local area. Some of these may require a significant investment so this should be carefully considered as part of your business plan. Some of them are only useful if you up skill to become a Retrofit Assessor, they are marked with an asterix.

Used to measure the undercut for internal doors

We like this as it can send measurements to our tablet via bluetooth

We sometimes carry this for ease of accessing the loft to measure the insulation.

Whether you are in the initial stages of training as a Domestic Energy Assessor, have recently obtained your qualifications, or are an experienced DEA, our mentoring programme can be customised to address your specific requirements. Take advantage of our tips and tricks, gained over 10 + years in the industry, to enhance your process, improve your quality and increase your productivity. Our mentoring services are your pathway to success in the energy performance certificate business.

Contact us today to schedule a consultation and kickstart your journey to becoming a highly skilled and sought-after DEA.

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