🏡 Renovate to Sell Better: How the Energy Label Impacts Your Property’s Value

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You’ve probably heard of the DPE (Energy Performance Diagnosis). That well‑known label from A to G indicates whether your home is energy efficient, or a thermal sieve.

But did you know that this simple letter has a direct impact on your property’s selling price?

📉 Lower rating = lower selling price

The study published in 2024 by the French High Council of Notaries is clear:

👉 The more energy‑hungry a property is, the more it sells at a discount.
And that price drop can be significant.

Here are a few key figures from the study for the Île‑de‑France region:

  • 📈 The median sale price of older houses rated A or B increased by 9%, compared to 0% for those rated F or G

  • 📈 A house rated A or B in the outer suburbs (grande couronne) can sell for up to 6% more than an identical house rated D

  • 📉 Conversely, a house rated F or G can sell for up to 10% less than a D‑rated house

  • 🏢 The same applies to apartments: a highly energy‑inefficient apartment sells on average 10% cheaper than a D‑rated one, while an A or B‑rated apartment sells 7% higher than one rated D


💡 In short:

Insulating your home adds value to your property.


📈 Energy renovation: a profitable investment

We often see insulation or heating system upgrades as expenses.
But in reality, they’re also a strategic investment. Here’s why:

  • 🔥 Improved thermal comfort: your home remains pleasant in both summer and winter

  • 💶 Lower utility bills: up to several hundred euros saved per year, depending on the work done

  • 🏠 Increased resale value: a well‑rated home attracts more buyers and sells more easily

With upcoming restrictions on renting thermal sieves (F and G), renovating is becoming a necessity for many homeowners.


🔧 How to improve your energy label?

Priority upgrades include:

  • Thermal insulation of attic, walls, or floors

  • Replacing single‑glazed windows

  • Installing more efficient heating (heat pump, wood stove...)

  • Improving ventilation and airtightness

Every project is unique. That’s why at Tipi Expertise, we support you at every step:

  • Diagnosis of the current condition

  • Clear budgeting and comparison of quotes

  • Selection of the best contractors


🛠️ In conclusion: Renovate to sell better (and faster)

The notarial study leaves no doubt:
👉 The energy label now strongly impacts the value of your home.

As a renovation broker, our mission is to help you turn an energy‑draining property into a performant, comfortable, and valuable asset.

Planning to sell, renovate, or rent in the coming years?

📞 Contact us today — a good energy rating is built well before the sale!