Everything you need to know about a SAP Report…

What is a SAP Report?

A SAP report is essential when building or extending a home in the UK. SAP stands for ‘Standard Assessment Procedure’. It is the official, government approved system for assessing the energy rating for a new home.

Here’s why you need one…

• Building Regulations Compliance: SAP calculations ensure your project complies with Part L of the Building Regulations in England and Wales.

• Energy Performance: The report details your home’s energy performance, helping you make informed design decisions and identify areas for improvement.

• The SAP assessment is used to produce an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)

To meet current building regulations, home builders will need to gain a ‘pass’ on their SAP Calculations. Without it, building control will not sign off the development and the property cannot be let or marketed for sale.

SAP assessment timescale

The time that different consultants take to complete a SAP report can vary quite a bit. For an experienced company like CAS, the time scales usually fall into the following categories:

Pre construction SAP Assessment, Report & Calculations – Around 1 – 2 weeks.

Post construction SAP Assessment, Report, Calculations & EPC – Around 1 – 2 weeks.

Faster service times can be provided subject to availability.

Our SAP Assessors

Our assessors have a wealth of energy performance knowledge that can be applied to your project. Not only are we able to complete your SAP assessment quickly and efficiently, but working with us also has the following benefits:

• We provide you with fixed prices and no hidden extras

• You get a dedicated assessor with expert knowledge 

• To make everything as simple as possible, you can book over the phone

• We save you money by reducing delays

We can help you and your designer or architect shape the energy profile of a new dwelling – minimising its energy use and carbon emissions. We are experts in construction types, heating systems and technologies and can help you make informed choices to achieve compliance.

The SAP Assessment Process

Before we begin an assessment, we start by asking you a few key questions and asking you to provide us with information about your project. With an accurate set of drawings, site plan and other detailed information provided, we can get your project assessed and formulate our report. You should expect to receive your report within the times quoted. Occasionally, the challenges of your project are especially demanding, in which case we will contact you directly to advise you when you should expect your report.

When do I need a SAP assessment

We offer two types of SAP report:

1.     Pre construction SAP Assessment, Report & Calculations:

Prepared during the design stages of your project

2.     Post construction SAP Assessment, Report, Calculations & EPC:

Prepared following construction and an Air Pressure Test  (APT)

To offer most value to your project we advise engaging us for pre construction SAP assessments as early as practically possible. That way can help you make informed choices to achieve compliance. We are often instructed for pre construction SAP reports during RIBA stage 2-4 prior to a building control application being made.

What do you get

Once you provide us with detailed information on your project we will prepare and provide you with:

-        Calculated u-values of proposed construction

-        Full SAP calculation prepared on the latest software

-        A summary report of findings and recommendations

These documents provide you the necessary information to make your building control application to satisfy Part L of the building regulation.

What happens is my SAP assessment does not pass?

If your SAP calculation indicates that your dwelling’s emission rate doesn’t meet compliance standards, don’t worry! Our understanding of construction and experience in the industry means we can help.

Our assessors are ready to offer practical advice and guidance. They can help you make necessary adjustments to improve your build’s energy efficiency, reduce energy consumption, optimise thermal elements, refine ventilation systems, achieve CO2 emissions targets, and incorporate renewable technology.

How Much Does a SAP assessment Cost?

Our pre construction SAP report start at £295

Our post construction SAP reports and EPC start at £295

Full UK Coverage

When looking for a SAP surveyor to help with your project, you will be keen to find a reliable energy consultancy firm in your local area. CAS assessors cover almost all areas throughout UK, so speak to our team today, provide them with detailed information of your site and project, and we will get a free no obligation quote out to you.

In the interim, we are here to answer any further questions you may have about SAP assessments report process and any further insight into the full range of methods we use to reduce risk on your project. 

Contact a member of our team today to find how we can help you with your SAP assessment.