Energy consumption indicator - OK for used property?

Hello everyone.

Currently, we are looking into whether we should build or buy. Now there is an interesting property with the following details

Rooms: 6
Living area: 140m²
Property condition: Modernized
Year of construction: 1972
Heating: Oil central heatingHouse type: Prefabricated house / timber frame construction
Energy certificate type: Energy consumption value
Energy consumption value: 167.00 kWh / (m²*a)
Energy consumption for hot water included: Yes

Unfortunately, I can’t make anything out of the values? Are the values OK for a house of this size/age?

Hello,

unfortunately, consumption certificates have an informative value that is close to zero.

167 KWh/m²a is such an average value. It can be good, but also bad. You can only see what consumption the previous owner had, nothing else.

Regards

Hello,

...Currently we are looking into whether we should build or buy.

A question that many interested parties are concerned about. Caution is always advised with existing properties, as the selling price is often inflated when compared to the technical standard of a new build. The costs for an energy renovation are not rarely significant. Especially with prefabricated houses, the initially low offer can quickly turn into a money pit later on.
Always consult a professional (energy consultant and MEP planner) for an assessment.
Best regards

Thank you both. If we liked the property, we would still do another viewing with a building surveyor.

With prefabricated houses of this construction year, caution is advised due to the wood preservatives commonly used at that time.

Regards