RGE certification

Become RGE certified in France

RGE stands for Reconnu Garant de l’Environnement. It is the label French clients look for, because it gives them access to state aid for their energy renovation work.

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A heating technician connecting an air source heat pump against the wall of a house

Why it matters

What the RGE label changes for you

  • Your clients get their aid

    MaPrimeRénov’, energy saving certificates (CEE) and the zero-interest eco-loan are tied to work carried out by an RGE company.

  • You can quote on more jobs

    Without the label, most subsidised renovation projects stay out of reach.

  • You are easier to find

    RGE companies are listed in the official France Rénov’ directory that homeowners use to choose a contractor.

Types of work

The work we cover

Nine types of work, each with its own qualification. We tell you which one fits your company.

  • External insulation

    Facades insulated from the outside, finished with render or cladding.

    Qualibat

  • Internal insulation

    Walls, lofts, roofs and floors insulated from the inside.

    Qualibat

  • Individual heat pumps

    Air to water and ground source heat pumps for houses and flats.

    QualiPAC

  • Heat pumps for tertiary buildings

    Large installations for commercial and public buildings over 1,000 m².

    On request

  • Ventilation (VMC)

    Single flow and double flow mechanical ventilation systems.

    Qualibat

  • Solar water heaters

    Hot water produced by solar thermal panels.

    QualiSol

  • Thermodynamic water heaters

    Hot water tanks with a built-in heat pump.

    QualiPAC

  • Solar panels, medium and high power

    Photovoltaic installations, from houses to large roofs.

    QualiPV

  • Wood stoves

    Log and pellet stoves and inserts.

    Qualibois

The labels shown are the usual ones for each type of work. The exact qualification depends on your company and is confirmed during our first call.

The process

From first call to certificate

  1. Choose the qualification

    We match your trades to the right label and the organisation that delivers it.

  2. Train your technical lead

    Each qualification asks for a trained person in the company. We point you to approved training.

  3. Build the application

    Company documents, insurance certificates, job references: we assemble the file and check it before it goes out.

  4. Pass the site audit

    The organisation inspects one of your completed jobs. We help you get ready for it.

FAQ

Common questions

Yours is not in the list? Call us, it takes two minutes.

Do I need decennial insurance to become RGE?

Yes. The organisations ask for valid liability and decennial insurance covering the work you want to be qualified for. We can help you with both.

How long does the RGE label last?

Qualifications are generally granted for four years, with a check every year. We remind you of the deadlines and help with renewals.

How long does it take to get certified?

It depends on the qualification, the training dates and how complete your file is. We give you a realistic timeline on the first call.

My company is based outside France. Can I apply?

It depends on your legal structure and where your company is established. Tell us about your situation and we check what applies to you.

Contact

Tell us what you want to build in France.

One call is enough to know which qualification, which insurance and which steps apply to your company.

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