Why Choose Us?
As fully qualified BREEAM New Construction: Residential assessors, we are dedicated to ensuring your new build achieves the highest assessment score possible.
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A deep dive into BREEAM UK New Construction: Residential
The scheme was renamed from Home Quality Mark to BREEAM UK New Construction: Residential in April 2025, offering a more comprehensive and modern approach to sustainability in housing.
BREEAM New Construction: Residential scores a property’s overall design, construction, and operation against a 5-star system. For developers, it provides a valuable opportunity to deliver new homes that excel in both quality and sustainability. For buyers, BREEAM New Construction: Residential offers peace of mind and ensures they feel confident in their new home environment.
Part of the BREEAM family
Sustainable building assessments for a
greener build
While BREEAM is used to assess the environmental performance of commercial projects, BREEAM New Construction: Residential is specifically designed for residential developments, with a set of clear criteria that addresses the unique needs of housing projects.
At Encon Associates, our expert team of sustainable building consultants carry out a wide range of environmental assessments, including both BREEAM and BREEAM New Construction: Residential (Home Quality Mark).
Our qualified assessors offer industry-leading technical expertise coupled with helpful guidance and advice to drive your project toward environmental excellence. No matter which certification you are aspiring to, we are dedicated to helping you achieve the highest score possible.
Uncover the award-winning IES TaP for BREEAM
That’s why we use IES TaP Green Building Rating Tool, an advanced project management tool that is specifically designed for BREEAM sustainability assessments. Our experienced BREEAM consultants work closely with your design and construction teams to ensure that every aspect of your project meets the criteria for BREEAM certification.
Discover more about how IES TaP can streamline your path to BREEAM certification.
Other services
Additional BREEAM credit services
We offer a wide array of specialist services that complement our core BREEAM assessments and are designed to boost your project’s overall sustainability rating.
From Daylight Calculations and Thermal Modelling to Traffic Assessments and Acoustic Reports, our team provides the technical expertise you need to achieve the highest level of BREEAM certification.
Want to gain environmental credits or need planning advice for your next project?
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Frequently asked questions about BREEAM New Construction: Residential
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