BREEAM Assessment

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BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method) is the UK’s leading method for assessing the environmental performance of buildings. It sets the standard for best practice in sustainable design, construction, and operation—helping developers reduce environmental impact, meet planning requirements, and enhance asset value.

At Building Efficiency Testing Ltd, we provide expert BREEAM assessment services to support projects aiming to achieve a certified “Pass,” “Good,” “Very Good,” “Excellent,” or “Outstanding” rating. Whether you’re working on a new-build, refurbishment, or fit-out project, we’ll guide you through the full BREEAM lifecycle.

• Qualified BREEAM Assessors
• Pre-Assessment Reports to inform planning and design
• Full Support Through Each Stage (design, post-construction, final submission)
• Tailored Advice to help you maximise your BREEAM score
• Coordination with Design Teams, Contractors, and Planners
• Fast, Efficient Reporting to keep your project on track

We simplify the process and provide practical solutions to help you achieve your sustainability and compliance goals.

A BREEAM Assessment evaluates a building’s performance across key environmental categories:

• Energy Efficiency
• Health & Wellbeing
• Transport
• Water Usage
• Materials & Waste
• Pollution Control
• Land Use & Ecology
• Management Practices

Each category contains credits, and your overall score determines your final rating.

We help you identify which credits are achievable based on your design, budget, and timeline—then support you with gathering evidence, completing reports, and submitting to BRE for certification.

While BREEAM is voluntary, many local authorities require it as part of planning conditions—particularly for:

• Large residential developments
• Commercial offices and retail spaces
• Public sector buildings (schools, hospitals, council buildings)
• Major refurbishments or extensions

Early engagement is key. By considering BREEAM from the concept stage, your project has a much better chance of securing the required rating with minimal disruption or redesign.

• Pre-Assessment Reports to support planning applications
• Design Stage Assessments with targeted advice for achieving credits
• Post-Construction Reviews and final certification
• BREEAM Advisory Professional (AP) Support (upon request)
• Evidence Review & Document Management
• Cross-Disciplinary Coordination (architects, MEP consultants, contractors)

We can also combine our BREEAM services with complementary assessments such as sound insulation testing, air tightness testing, and climate change statement surveys—helping you streamline your compliance process under one roof.