Why Energy Classes A and B are the best investment
Buying or renting a home in 2026 is no longer just a question of ‘location’ or ‘size’. True value today is measured in energy efficiency. With the full implementation of the new European ‘Green Homes’ directives (EPBD), energy class has become the primary search criterion for buyers.
Why choose Class A or B?
- Real savings on bills: a Class A flat can consume up to 6 or 7 times less energy than one in Class G; with energy costs remaining a significant variable, this translates into annual savings that can exceed €2,000 for an average three-room flat.
- Living comfort: Class A/B homes ensure consistent temperatures, superior sound insulation and air circulation that eliminates the risk of mould and damp.
- Value retention: Data from the Property Observatory confirms that energy-efficient properties retain a resale value 15–20% higher than those requiring energy-efficient refurbishment.
Servigo’s advice: if you are considering an investment, always check the APE (Energy Performance Certificate). By 2026, an ‘energy-inefficient’ home risks becoming a fixed cost that is difficult to sustain and more complicated to resell.
