Domestic Energy Assessor

What does a domestic energy assessor do?

As a domestic energy assessor, you’ll work out how energy efficient residential buildings are. 

The job role of a domestic energy assessor involves the following duties:  

• Working in clients’ homes, inspecting properties and analysing any existing heating and hot water systems 
• Surveying the number and sizes of rooms, floors, corridors, windows, doors and fireplaces in a domestic building 
• Using computer software to produce energy efficiency ratings and Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) 
• Sharing efficiency ratings with property owners and explaining your findings 
• Advising landlords and property owners on ways to improve energy efficiency. 

How to become a domestic energy assessor

To be a domestic energy assessor, you’ll need to complete a specialist training course.   

You may need a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card to work on a construction site. 

If you have previous experience in a similar field, such as property surveying or energy engineering, you might not have to complete as much training as a new starter.  

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Work experience 

Work experience is essential to gaining employment within the industry. You could gain this at school, or by working weekends and holidays with a company or relative who works as a domestic energy assessor. Potential employers will always be pleased to see work experience listed on your CV. 

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Skills  

Additional skills which may benefit anyone considering a job as a domestic energy assessor include:  

• Knowledge of engineering 
• Understanding of building and construction 
• Good maths skills 
• Excellent attention to detail 
• Logical thinking skills 
• Excellent communication skills 
• Ability to use your initiative. 

How much could you earn as a domestic energy assessor?

The expected salary for a domestic energy assessor varies as you become more experienced. 

• Newly trained domestic energy assessors can earn in the region of £24,000 
• Experienced domestic energy assessors can earn up to £56,000* 

Salaries depend on location, employer, level of responsibility, any overtime you may do, and whether you have completed and industry recognised training route.