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Energy Compliance for Non-Domestic Contractors

SBEM, EPC & Building Regulations Part L Support

Deliver compliant commercial projects without the delays

If you’re a contractor delivering non-domestic projects, energy compliance isn’t optional — it’s critical to getting sign-off.

From SBEM calculations and EPCs to Part L compliance, Energist works alongside your team to make sure your project passes first time, keeping your project and budget on track.

We take the complexity off your desk, so you can focus on delivering the build.

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Supporting Non-Domestic Contractors Across the UK

Whether you’re building:

  • Offices
  • Retail units
  • Warehouses
  • Schools & healthcare buildings
  • Commercial extensions or refurbishments

You’ll need to meet strict Building Regulations Part L requirements, demonstrating energy performance and carbon compliance before completion.

We provide the expertise to guide your project from design stage through to completion and final certification.

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Our Services for Contractors

SBEM Calculations (Part L Compliance)

We deliver accurate SBEM calculations and BRUKL reports, ensuring your building meets energy performance requirements at both design and as-built stages.

  • Required for all non-domestic new builds and major works
  • Ensures compliance with Part L before sign-off
  • Identifies issues early to prevent redesigns and delays

Commercial EPCs (Energy Performance Certificates)

A commercial EPC is a legal requirement when a building is constructed, sold or let.

We handle the full process:

  • Site survey and data collection
  • SBEM calculation and modelling
  • EPC certificate and recommendations report

Energy Strategy – see our case study

We ensure your project meets Approved Document L requirements by aligning your design with energy efficiency standards.

  • Guidance on building fabric and services
  • Advice on heating, cooling, lighting and ventilation
  • Support through Building Control approval

Planning & Sustainability Support

In addition to building regulation compliance, we also support:

  • Energy Statements
  • Sustainability Statements
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Why Contractors Choose Energist

Delays in SBEM or EPC work can hold up Building Control sign-off and practical completion. We deliver quickly and accurately to keep your project moving.

  • Reduce risk and rework
    Early input helps identify compliance issues before they become costly site changes.
  • An extension of your team
    We work alongside contractors, M&E consultants and architects: not separately just to ensure smooth project delivery.
  • Simple, practical advice
    No jargon. Just clear recommendations that help you pass.

Developed comprehensive sustainability-led design principles; produced collaboratively through early-stage circular economy and whole lifecycle carbon assessments workshops. Delivered long-term solutions to future-proof ongoing development – due for completion by 2030.

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Plan confidently. Reduce risk. Build better.