Building Compliance Testing Limited can provide you with fast and cost-effective Stroma Certified SAP Calculation and EPCs.
- The Compliance Package
One-Stop-Shop means one visit. In addition, one fee for all your compliance testing needs.
- National Network
Quick response for testing. Furthermore, same-day certification ensures swift handovers.
- Testing When It Suits You
Minimal lead times and no out-of-hours fees. As a result, there is less disruption
- Project Managed
A single point of contact at the outset. As such, they will deal with all your compliance needs.
What is a SAP?
SAP stands for ‘Standard Assessment Procedure.’ In essence, SAP assessment involves using a calculation method to predict the energy performance of a building. What type of buildings? For instance, houses, flats and all other residential properties. However, it is not just required to have SAP calculation carried out on a complete new build. It is also a requirement for certain extensions which exceed the threshold, as well as any conversions.
This calculation assesses the level of energy to be used. However, this takes the expected occupancy into account. In addition, based on an average, comfortable way of living.
The SAP calculation is a desk-based assessment. Furthermore, it is split into two parts. Firstly, the design stage. At this stage, the assessor will work up a preliminary SAP assessment. This is based upon the proposed/assumed design and specification to see if compliance is met. If the dwelling falls short of compliance, we work with our clients to find a solution. As well as this, we also ensure that this solution meets their requirements and budget.
This is known as Predicted Energy Assessment (PEA).
SAP takes into consideration:
- Building materials
- Insulation values
- Thermal Bridging
- Ventilation
- Air Tightness
- Heating and lighting
- Renewable energy technology
Building Compliance Testing offers a Compliance Package. This includes all of our services for one fixed fee, from design to testing!
Our testers are also qualified Air Tightness Testers and Ventilation Testers. Therefore, you have the reassurance of dealing with the Experts. Why not get all your compliance testing carried out in one visit?
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I prepare for a SAP Calculation?
- In order for us to create your SAP and EPC, we will require the following:
The architect’s building regulation drawings (floor plans, cross sections, elevations, site plan) - Construction specification details (such as a wall, floor, and roof build ups, heating systems, any
renewable technologies installed) - Window specification
- Utilised renewable systems
Water Efficiency Calculations
Building Compliance Testing Limited can provide you with fast, cost-effective Water Efficiency Calculations for Part G Building Regulation compliance.