Claims against Energy Raters can arise from allegations that an assessment, calculation, certificate or recommendation was incorrect, incomplete or delayed.

Examples can include:

• Incorrect software inputs
• Building elements being omitted
• Incorrect insulation assumptions
• Incorrect glazing assumptions
• Incorrect orientation or construction information
• Assessments based on outdated plans
• Failure to account for design changes
• Incorrect compliance documentation
• Delays in building approval
• Incorrect advice about required design changes
• Additional redesign or construction costs
• Delayed reports or certificates

An Energy Rater can also be included in a claim involving:

• Building Designers
• Architects
• Builders
• Certifiers
• Other consultants

even where responsibility remains disputed.

How can Professional Indemnity Insurance respond? #

Professional Indemnity Insurance may respond to certain claims arising from insured professional services.

Depending on the policy and circumstances, this can include defence costs and insured compensation.

Useful records can include:

• Plans assessed
• Software files
• Inputs
• Client instructions
• Design revisions
• Issued reports

If you become aware of an error, complaint, demand or circumstance that could lead to a claim, notify Webber Insurance promptly.

Email [email protected] or use our Claims page.