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SBEM and Dynamic Simulation Modelling (DSM)
Commercial Energy Assessments & Building Regulations Compliance
Our experienced Level 5 Low Carbon Energy Assessors (LCEA) provide SBEM and Dynamic Simulation Modelling (DSM) assessments for commercial developments of all sizes, helping clients achieve compliance with the latest Building Regulations Approved Document L (2021) - Buildings Other than Dwellings.
From early-stage design advice through to completion, we work with architects, developers, M&E consultants and contractors to deliver practical, cost-effective compliance solutions.
Our Commercial Compliance Services
We undertake energy assessments for
- New commercial buildings
- Commercial extensions
- Refurbishments and alterations
- Change of use and conversion projects
- Mixed-use developments
- Existing commercial buildings required Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs)
Whether your project is a small office extension or a complex healthcare, education or industrial facility, our assessors can guide you through the compliance process.
Our SBEM & DSM Services Include
Our assessments typically include:
- Design Stage Part L Compliance Calculations
- BRUKL Compliance Reports
- Draft Energy Performance Certificate
- As-Built Compliance Calculations
- Final EPC & Lodgement
- Technical support and guidance throughout the design and construction process
Additional Building Performance Services
We also provide:
- Air Tightness Testing
- Thermal Bridging (Psi-value) Calculations
- U-Value calculations
- Condensation Risk Analysis
- Overheating Assessments (TM52 & TM59 where applicable)
- Daylight Assessments
- Energy Statements for Planning Applications
- Building Performance Consultancy
Dynamic Simulation Modelling (DSM)
Dynamic Simulation Modelling provides a detailed, hour-by-hour assessment of how a building performs throughout the year, taking account of weather conditions, occupancy, glazing, shading, ventilation strategies, thermal mass and HVAC systems.
DSM is particularly suited to complex or highly glazed buildings where more detailed analysis is required than can be achieved using standard SBEM calculations.
Our DSM assessments can assist with:
- Building Regulations Part L Compliance
- Overheating risk assessments
- Passive design optimisation
- Solar shading studies
- HVAC system evaluation
- Natural and mechanical ventilation strategies
- Internal thermal comfort analysis
- Renewable energy appraisals
- Energy optimisation during the design process
By identifying potential issues at an early stage, DSM enables informed design decisions that can improve occupant comfort, reduce operational energy consumption and minimise costly design changes later in the project.
Why Choose Energy Counsel?
Our experience LCEA assessors work collaboratively with the wider design team to deliver practical, commercially focussed solutions that achieve compliance without compromising the architectural vision.
We pride ourselves on providing responsive technical support from concept design through to project completion, ensuring a smooth and efficient compliance process.
Contact us today for a free, no-obligation quotation.
