What are SAP calculations and when are they required?

SAP calculations assess the predicted energy performance of a dwelling. They are commonly required for new-build homes, conversions and certain extensions to demonstrate Part L compliance.

What is needed for an on-construction EPC?

The final SAP or SBEM model must reflect the completed building, supported by confirmed construction specifications, test results and commissioning evidence.

What does an Energy Statement include?

An Energy Statement normally describes planning policy, the proposed energy strategy, demand-reduction measures, low-carbon systems, renewable energy and the resulting carbon improvement.

FIRE SAFETY COMPLIANCE

Fire risk, doors and compartmentation.
Risks recorded. Actions prioritised.

Competent fire-safety assessments and inspection programmes for landlords, managing agents, businesses and project teams.

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Fire risk assessments

A fire risk assessment reviews the people at risk, ignition and fuel sources, escape arrangements, fire detection, emergency lighting, management procedures and existing precautions. Findings are recorded with proportionate actions for the Responsible Person.

Fire-door inspections

Door surveys examine the leaf, frame, gaps, seals, glazing, ironmongery, self-closing device, signage and condition of the installation. Each inspected door can be recorded with photographs, defects and a clear priority for corrective work.

Compartmentation and fire-stopping surveys

Compartmentation inspections look for defects that could allow smoke or fire to pass through walls, floors, risers and service penetrations. The resulting schedule identifies observed breaches and provides a practical basis for specialist remediation.

Competent, proportionate reporting

Fire-safety work must reflect the premises, occupancy, height, use and legal duties that apply. We coordinate the appropriate competent specialist and define the survey limitations clearly; laboratory fire-resistance testing is not represented as an on-site inspection service.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Clear answers.
No guesswork.

01Is this the same as laboratory fire testing?+

No. Laboratory testing establishes the tested fire resistance of products or assemblies. This service covers risk assessment and on-site inspection of doors, fire stopping and compartmentation.

02Who is responsible for arranging the assessment?+

The legal duty normally sits with the Responsible Person or equivalent dutyholder. This is often an employer, owner, landlord, managing agent or person controlling the premises, depending on jurisdiction and building type.

03How often should fire doors be checked?+

Frequency depends on the building and applicable legislation. Some multi-occupied residential buildings in England have prescribed quarterly communal-door and annual flat-entrance-door checks; other premises should follow their risk assessment and management plan.

04Who carries out the survey?+

The work is assigned to a competent assessor or specialist inspection partner with an appropriate scope of training, knowledge and experience for the premises.

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