Energy label

Energy label

What is an energy label and how does it work?

If you want to sell or rent a house or apartment, it is mandatory to provide a registered and final energy label for homes to the buyer or tenant. The energy label must be determined according to the NTA 8800 calculation method. This method applies to existing and new buildings.

The NEN 7120 still applied until December 31, 2020. Energy labels remain valid for 10 years. This applies to both the labels determined according to NEN 7120 and those according to NTA 8800.

Energy label mandatory

An energy performance advisor (EP advisor) determines the energy label based on how much fossil energy your home uses. The less fossil energy your home uses, the better the energy label. Fossil energy comes from coal, oil and natural gas. An EP advisor looks at the number of kilowatt hours per square meter per year (kWh/m². yr).


The EP advisor uses the NTA 8800 determination method for this and also works in accordance with the following standards and documents:


    Assessment guideline (BRL) 9500ISSO publication 82.1


On the website www.zoekjeenergielabel.nl you can easily check whether there is a valid energy label at your address and which letter the energy label has. Bricks Twente Makelaars employs its own certified EP advisor who can create an energy label for you.

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What is an energy label and how does it work?

If you would like more information about the energy label or would like to have an energy label drawn up, please contact us.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is an energy label?

    An energy label is a classification that indicates how energy efficient a house/apartment is. The energy label is mandatory from January 1, 2021 for all homes/apartments that are offered for sale or rent. The energy label can also be very useful for homeowners who want to reduce their energy consumption.

  • Where can I see whether my home has an energy label and if so, which one?

    On the website www.zoekjeenergielabel.nl or via www.ep-online.nl you can easily check whether there is a valid energy label on your home and, if so, which letter corresponds to it.

  • What does an EPA (Energy Performance Advisor) look for when listing a home?

    The EPA records the energy performance of your home based on more than 150 unique characteristics.

  • How much does it cost to have an energy label drawn up at Bricks Twente?

    The prices of an energy label vary depending on the type and size of a house/apartment.

  • How long does the inspection for the energy label take?

    The duration of the inspection depends on the type of home.

  • How long does it take before I receive the energy label?

    We aim to issue and register the label within 4 working days.

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