How much does an energy consultant cost?

An energy advisor helps you find the best energy measures for buildings, while you can also get Enova support for the advice. But how much does an energy advisor actually cost? And how does energy advice work in practice? Here you will find answers to everything you need to know.

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All about energy consulting

An energy consultant analyzes your building and advises on which measures will provide the most energy savings. This may include:

  • Energy mapping and analysis of the building's energy consumption
  • Recommendations on insulation, heat pumps, solar panels and other energy measures
  • Energy labeling of the building before and after upgrading
  • Help applying for Enova support and other grants
  • Assistance in obtaining quotes from suppliers

The energy advisor helps you make informed choices so that you can reduce operating costs and at the same time contribute to a more energy-efficient building.

Energy consulting involves a thorough analysis of the building, either through a physical inspection or a digital assessment. Based on this, the energy consultant creates an action plan with suggestions for the most effective energy measures.

  1. Inspection of the building – either physically
  2. Energy mapping – assessment of the building's heat loss, heat sources and ventilation
  3. Design of an action plan – recommended measures for energy saving
  4. Application for Enova support – assistance in navigating the support schemes

Obtaining quotes – help finding suppliers for energy measures

Get quotes from qualified energy advisors – completely free and without obligation!

Enova support for energy mapping for commercial buildings

Businesses that want to reduce their energy costs can receive up to 50% support from Enova to carry out energy surveys in commercial buildings. The support applies to businesses that engage external energy consultancy to survey the energy situation and uncover potential for savings.

In addition, companies can receive support for implementing energy measures, such as additional insulation, replacement of technical equipment, heat pumps, energy management systems, etc. Here too, the support is based on cost/benefit ratios and potential improvements in energy consumption.

What approvals and qualifications does an energy advisor need?

In order for energy advice to meet the requirements for Enova support, the energy advisor must have specific qualifications:

  • Be approved in accordance with the Energy Labelling Regulations §18

  • Have a background as an engineer, builder, carpenter or architect

  • Work in a registered company with construction activities

Have completed relevant courses, such as Energy Advisor Course from NEAK or Energy Design and Building Physics from a vocational school

Energy Performance Certification – Rating System
  • Energy Rating (A–G): Indicates the building's energy efficiency, based on calculated delivered energy.

  • Heating Rating (Green–Red): Assesses the environmental performance of the heating system.

Frequently Asked Questions

We have compiled a list of frequently asked questions concerning our energy performance certification services. Should you have any further inquiries, please do not hesitate to contact us. 

Companies can receive up to 50% support for energy mapping, with a maximum support amount of NOK 400,000. The support covers costs related to external consulting and the preparation of a mapping report.

In addition, support can be applied for to implement energy measures, such as technical upgrades, additional insulation, heat pumps or energy management systems. The amount of support is assessed individually based on the measure's profitability and savings potential.

The time required for energy consulting varies depending on the size of the building, its complexity and the type of business involved.

  • An inspection of a standard commercial building usually takes 2–4 hours.
  • For larger or complex buildings, such as production facilities or combination buildings, mapping and data collection can take up to 2–3 days.
  • The entire process, including analysis and finished report, is normally delivered within 1–2 weeks, depending on capacity and documentation access.

Please contact us for a specific timeframe based on your building.

 Yes. For commercial buildings, an energy advisor will help you find the most effective measures, apply for Enova support. So you can save money on energy use. Many companies and buildings have a large savings potential.

No. The energy measures must be carried out by an approved professional to qualify for Enova support.

Have a chat with us about energy advice

Would you like to take advantage of the benefits of an energy advisor? Contact Energihuset for a non-binding conversation about how we can help you.

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