There are several different energy report types, and it's not always obvious which one applies. At SEEDHAUS™, we assess your plans and guide you through the most efficient pathway to approval
All new homes and significant renovations Australia must comply with the National Construction COde (NCC) energy efficiency requirements. For residential projects, this usually means obtaining a NatHERS Energy Rating Certificate and a Whole of Home Assessment to demonstrate compliance prior to building approval.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
NatHERS (Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme) measures the thermal performance of your home’s design.
Using accredited thermal modelling software, we assess:
Your home receives a star rating out of 10, indicating how well it maintains comfortable indoor temperatures with minimal heating and cooling.
Under current NCC requirements, most new homes must achieve a minimum 7-star rating.
NatHERS (Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme) measures the thermal performance of your home’s design.
Using accredited thermal modelling software, we assess:
Your home receives a star rating out of 10, indicating how well it maintains comfortable indoor temperatures with minimal heating and cooling.
Under current NCC requirements, most new homes must achieve a minimum 7-star rating.
In addition to the thermal shell of the building, the NCC now requires assessment of the home’s overall energy usage, including:
This ensures the home performs efficiently as a complete system — not just as a building shell.
It depends on the scope of works.
You may require an energy assessment if:
SeedHaus can review your plans and confirm what applies to your project.
The earlier, the better.
Engaging SeedHaus during the concept or preliminary design stage allows us to:
Energy compliance should be integrated into the design — not added at the end.
To prepare your residential energy assessment, we typically require:
If details are still being finalised, we can work alongside your designer or builder.
If your design falls short, we:
Common adjustments may include:
Our focus is achieving compliance without overcapitalising.
Residential energy reports are typically completed within five days of acceptance. If you have an urgent project, we can often prioritise it—just let us know your required timeframe.
Why Work With SEEDHAUS™ ?
We don’t just issue certificates — we help create homes that are comfortable, efficient and approval-ready.
