Public building energy display (DEC) in Gosforth

You need a DEC if your building is visited by the public and run by a public body. The law requires this for specific building sizes.

• Needed for buildings over 250 square metres.
• Renew every year for sites over 1000 square metres.
• Renew every 10 years for smaller public sites.
• Private buildings usually use an EPC instead.
• Always display it in a clear, public place.

An energy expert will visit to see how your building works in real life. They need to see how you use heat and light.

• Assessor checks all your energy meters.
• They review 12 months of utility bills.
• They look at heating and cooling systems.
• The expert walks through all public rooms.
• Expect the visit to take two to four hours.
• Have a manager ready to answer questions.

A DEC helps you spot where you are wasting money on energy bills. It shows the public that you care about the environment.

• Highlights ways to cut running costs.
• Tracks energy use year on year.
• Provides a plan for greener upgrades.
• Builds trust with the local community.
• Keeps you safe from legal fines.

The assessment checks if you are wasting energy or using it wisely. It looks at the gap between the building design and actual use.

• Why do my bills matter?
• How do I improve the rating?
• Where is the best place to hang it?
• Does the heating system work well?
• Is the insulation doing its job?