EPC Certificate Brussels: Price, Communes and Procedure
EPC Certificate (PEB in French, EPB in Dutch) in Brussels from €125. 2 certified assessors, appointment within 48 hours in all 19 communes. Fixed prices, free quote.
EPC rates in Brussels
Studio / Bedsit
- Visit ~30 min
- Official certificate
- Valid 10 years
Apartment
- Visit ~45 min
- Official certificate
- Valid 10 years
- Detailed report
House
- Visit ~1 hour
- Official certificate
- Valid 10 years
- Detailed report
Larger or atypical property?
Building with more than 3 units or an atypical property? Contact us for a custom quote.
What is the EPC Certificate?
The EPC Certificate (PEB in French, EPB in Dutch) rates your property from A (energy-efficient) to G (energy-hungry) based on consumption in kWh/m²/year. It is mandatory in Brussels for every sale or rental.
Mandatory since 2011 for every sale or rental. Must be mentioned in the property advertisement.
Valid for 10 years from the date of issue. After renovation works, a new certificate valorises your improvements.
Fines of €50 to €62,500 without a certificate. From 2033, properties above 275 kWh/m²/year will be sanctioned. Details of the sanctions →
Appointment guaranteed within 48 hours in all 19 communes. Official certificate registered on the regional platform.
Find out more: definition and meaning of the EPC Certificate.
The EPC market in Brussels: what you need to know
The Brussels Capital Region has a very varied housing stock, with specific characteristics that directly affect EPC scores. Understanding this reality helps you better anticipate the result of your assessment.
An old and energy-hungry housing stock
Brussels has approximately 550,000 dwellings, most of which were built before 1970. According to Brussels Environment, nearly 70% of Brussels dwellings are rated class E, F or G on the EPC scale. This is explained by:
- Town houses and Art Nouveau buildings (Ixelles, Saint-Gilles, Schaerbeek): beautiful buildings but often poorly insulated, original single glazing, high ceilings
- Post-war apartment blocks (1950–1970) (Molenbeek-Saint-Jean, Anderlecht, Jette): uninsulated walls, old windows, outdated gas heating
- 1970s–80s towers and residences (Evere, Woluwe, Ganshoren): first-generation double glazing, minimal insulation
- Recent construction (2000+): generally label B or C, compliant with the EPC standards in force at the time of construction
Regional targets 2033 and 2045
Brussels imposes binding targets to improve the energy performance of the housing stock:
Maximum 275 kWh/m²/year
(maximum label E)
Fines for F and G properties
Maximum 150 kWh/m²/year
(minimum label C)
Mass renovation target
Carbon neutrality
All buildings label A–B
These targets mean that owners of energy-hungry properties must plan their renovations now to avoid future penalties. Details on fines and penalties →
Brussels vs Wallonia and Flanders
Each Belgian region has its own EPC regulations. A certificate issued in Wallonia is not valid in Brussels. The main differences:
- Scale: Brussels uses A to G, Wallonia A++ to G, Flanders A+ to F with a label system
- Competent authority: Brussels Environment (Brussels), SPW Énergie (Wallonia), VEKA (Flanders)
- Future targets: Brussels is the most ambitious region, with numerical targets from 2033
Renovation grants
The Renolution programme has ended. New regional grants for energy renovation are being prepared. Check with Brussels Environment for the schemes currently in force.
EPC scale: energy labels from A to G
Scale from A (≤ 45 kWh/m²/year) to G (> 345 kWh/m²/year). Most Brussels properties fall between D and F. A property rated A–B sells 5 to 15% more than a property rated E–G.
| Label | Consumption (kWh/m²/year) | Performance | Property type |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | ≤ 45 | Low consumption | Very high-performance building, new or thoroughly renovated |
| B | 46 – 95 | Good performance | High-performance renovation or recent construction |
| C | 96 – 150 | Satisfactory | Renovated building with insulation and good heating |
| D | 151 – 210 | Average | Standard building, partially renovated |
| E | 211 – 275 | Weak | Older building, poorly or not insulated |
| F | 276 – 345 | Very energy-hungry | Urgent renovation recommended |
| G | > 345 | Energy sieve | Very old building with no insulation whatsoever |
Impact on the value of your property
A property with label A–B sells on average 5 to 15% more than a property rated E–F–G. The EPC is a decisive criterion for buyers in Brussels.
How does the EPC certification work?
From first contact to official certificate: 48 to 72 hours.
Why choose AL Energy?
Our certified EPC assessors
2 certified assessors accredited by Brussels Environment, available throughout the Region.
EPC assessor certified by Brussels Environment.
Accreditation number: 001858932
EPC assessor certified by Brussels Environment.
Accreditation number: 001851785 — valid until 07/07/2029.
Verification of accreditations
Accreditations verifiable on Brussels Environment. Each certificate is registered in the official database. Meet our team →
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Frequently asked questions — EPC Certificate in Brussels
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EPC by property type and by commune
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Request your EPC Certificate in Brussels
From €125, appointment within 48 hours in all 19 communes. Certified assessors accredited by Brussels Environment.
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