Completed your Retrofit Assessor course? If so, you will now be eligible to join Elmhurst’s TrustMark Approved Retrofit Assessor accreditation scheme.
As a member of this scheme not only will you be able to complete retrofit assessments for domestic properties as part of the PAS 2035 process, but you will also be recognised as a TrustMark Registered Business.
Join Elmhurst's Retrofit Assessor Accreditation
By completing our application form, you can unlock all the benefits of Elmhurst membership and become a TrustMark Registered Business.
You can also complete this form if you are joining from another accreditation scheme.
Why join Elmhurst’s Retrofit Assessor scheme?
Elmhurst’s involvement in developing PAS 2035 has enabled us to create a professional scheme to support our members in delivering high-quality retrofit assessments in accordance with this industry-recognised standard.
As a member of this scheme, you will be recognised as a TrustMark Registered Business (which comes with its own benefits) and can demonstrate that you have the necessary competence to deliver PAS 2035 retrofit work across the UK.
Experience the Elmhurst Advantage!
Elmhurst offers a range of benefits for members, including expert technical support, industry-leading software, free insurance and much more!
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Technical support that you can rely on!
We have the UK’s largest team of retrofit experts, here to support you in your Retrofit Assessor role.
Our team will work with you to resolve any issues you may have, even when you are out on site!
A range of intuitive software
Members will have access to a suite of online and mobile tools which can help them to deliver a quality service to clients and retrofit teams.
As well as our Flagship RdSAP mobile and online software, assessors will be able to use Condition Report (mobile and online), our Occupancy Assessment Tool and the industry’s only RdSAP to SAP Converter Tool.
Greater Exposure for your Business
Add your name and services to one of the industry’s best online directories for energy and retrofit professionals.
Our directory receives thousands of searches every month! We signpost this directory to landlords, local authorities, surveyors, installers and retrofit coordinators to ensure that you receive increased business, just by being a member with us.
Free insurance cover
Our member policy provides free Professional Indemnity (PI) and Public Liability (PL) Insurance, which will automatically cover members for the production of energy certificates and relevant reports (cover up to £5m).
Discounted Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
All Elmhurst CPD training events will be automatically discounted for you. Free CPD can also be claimed from our regular technical bulletins and ‘Energy Matters’ publication.
Resources to Help your Business Thrive
Whether it’s free marketing material, CPD or business guides, we are here to support you and your business, wherever you are in your journey.
These resources will help you and your business to stay ahead of the competition and grow.
Confidence with Auditing
At Elmhurst, we’re dedicated to offering you comprehensive support and resources to ensure that, if and when you’re selected for an audit, you can approach it with confidence and a clear understanding of what lies ahead.
How Does Elmhurst Compare?
Take a look at how Elmhurst compares to other accreditation schemes available in the UK – click the button below!
Retrofit Assessment Submission Fees
Energy report
£6.48*
Condition report**
£5.25*
Occupancy Assessment
£5.25*
*This price does not include VAT. If you currently lodge Domestic EPCs with Elmhurst, then the energy report fee stated above will reflect what you are currently being charged.
**Includes basic Occupancy Assessment questions.
Additional Fees
Application Fee and 1st Year’s Membership – £360 + VAT
Membership Fee in 2nd and subsequent years – £265 + VAT
How Does Elmhurst Compare?
| Elmhurst Energy | Other Accreditation Schemes |
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| Access to Industry leading Technical Support teams across covering all areas of energy assessment | ✔ | ❌ |
| 100% Independent (Do not compete with members) | ✔ | ❌ |
| Regular Technical Bulletins and guidance documents | ✔ | ❌ |
| Exclusive Members Area | ✔ | ✔ |
| Intuitive and cutting-edge mobile and online software | ✔ | ❌ |
| Entry onto public Find-an-Assessor Directory | ✔ | ❌ |
| Bespoke training options | ✔ | ✔ |
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Exclusive Offers from TrustMark
TrustMark works with industry-leading organisations to offer Registered Businesses (Accredited Retrofit Assessors) exclusive offers and discounts that can benefit them both in their working and personal lives. By joining Elmhurst’s Retrofit Assessor Scheme you will gain access to exclusive offers as demonstrated in the video below.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
For support with your application, please contact the accreditation team on the below:
Alongside your personal/contact information, you will need to upload:
- Proof of identity,
- Certificate of Qualification.
Once you submit your application, the Elmhurst accreditation team will process it and get in touch if any information is missing.
One your application is processed, you will receive a welcome email with login instructions to the Elmhurst members area; this will provide you with access to our online software, welcome packs and relevant guidance documents.
Elmhurst aims to process all applications within 7-10 working days.
For technical support relating to retrofit assessments, please contact our retrofit support team:
Tel: 01455 249 829
Email: retrofit-support@elmhurstenergy.co.uk
As an Elmhurst Retrofit Assessor, you can access a suite of online and mobile tools to help you deliver a quality service to clients and retrofit teams:
- RdSAP Mobile: https://www.elmhurstenergy.co.uk/rdsap-mobile/
- RdSAP Online: https://www.elmhurstenergy.co.uk/rdsap-online/
- Condition Report Go: https://www.elmhurstenergy.co.uk/condition-report-go/
- Occupancy Assessment Tool: https://www.elmhurstenergy.co.uk/occupancy-assessment-tool/
The fees to use the software are as follows:
RdSAP Mobile (RdSAP GO): £1 per energy assessment submitted (alongside normal lodgement fees).
RdSAP Online: Free to use (normal lodgement fees apply).
Condition Report Go: £1 per submission (normal lodgement fees apply).
Occupancy Assessment Tool: £5.25 + VAT (this charge will be applied upon report generation).
Our member policy provides free Professional Indemnity (PI) and Public Liability (PL) Insurance, which will automatically cover members for the production of energy certificates and relevant reports (cover up to £5m).
Retrofit professionals may want to consider getting enhanced PI Cover. This will allow you to produce adhoc reports, provide written advice and much more. More information is available on the following link: https://www.elmhurstenergy.co.uk/enhanced-insurance/
Yes. If you are currently accredited with another certification scheme you can join Elmhurst by clicking the link above, or alternatively using our switch form if you require more information.
Yes. Elmhurst members have access to a range of free and 10% discounted CPD, in the form of technical bulletins, training courses, on demand webinars, the Energy Talks podcast, the Energy Matters magazine, and much more.
Yes. You can submit your application to join multiple Elmhurst schemes, as long as you hold the relevant qualifications.
Better yet, if you are a member of two or more certification schemes, or one certification scheme and one competency scheme, you may be eligible to become an Elmhurst Better Buildings Consultant.
It is important that assessors maintain a good level competency in order to deliver quality assessments to homeowners. If you have spent time away from the industry, you may be required to undergo refresher training, or retraining, to ensure that you are up to date with industry changes.
For further information and advice on what level of training you may need, please contact our retrofit support team.
TrustMark is the quality mark within the PAS 2035 framework. It delivers an Industry Code of Conduct, a Consumer Charter and a framework of technical standards for all retrofit professionals which would include Retrofit Assessors.
As part of the application process to become an accredited Retrofit Assessor with Elmhurst, our team will use the information you provide to automatically set you up on the TrustMark Business Portal. Following this you will receive a welcome email directly from TrustMark which will provide you with your TrustMark licence number and relevant login details.
You can check out all of the features of the TrustMark Business Portal here.