Energy audits and energy checks for private households

The Federation of German Consumer Organisations and the consumer centres

Across Germany, private households can receive expert energy advice at over 900 ​advisory centres (in German) and local contact points, such as town halls. For a short consultation or to book an appointment, simply call the central freephone number: 0800 - 809 802 400 (calls are free from German landlines and mobiles). If you only have a quick question or can't visit a centre in person, you can also use the ​online consultation service. If your enquiry is more detailed, you may be referred for a personal consultation at a local advice centre or an energy check at home. All basic energy advice services provided by the consumer advice centres are free of charge. For at-home consultations, a small personal contribution of €40 is charged. Households on low incomes receive all services completely free.

Further information can be found ​at energiewechsel.de.

Energy advice for residential buildings

Major modernisation work on the home should only be carried out following a thorough energy audit that includes a detailed modernisation plan and an assessment of potential energy savings. A qualified energy consultant can prepare an individual modernisation roadmap (iSFP) outlining the step-by-step measures needed to modernise your home. The iSFP then provides a solid foundation for making informed decisions about how best to upgrade your home.

Full details on funding options for residential energy advice are available ​at energiewechsel.de.