The FFB denounces the encouragement given by the Ministry of Housing to the “self-renovation” of housing. In a response to a parliamentary question, the ministry considers it “relevant” to “be interested in the phenomenon of self-renovation, corresponding to renovations carried out by the owner himself, accompanied and advised by a building professional”.
Without considering access to MaPrimeRénov', the ministry suggests that financial support would be under study.
The FFB reminds that only work carried out by a qualified professional, subject to the requirements of the “RGE” label controlled by the State, can improve the energy performance of a home.
Under the guise of “self-renovation” with the purchase of materials in large DIY stores, the FFB also points out the risks of hidden work. Even though the profession is already denouncing the activity of micro-entrepreneurs carried out in private homes without any real control. With 600.000 employees working in companies holding the “RGE” label, the building sector will be able to adapt to the rise of this energy renovation market.
Olivier Salleron, president of the FFB, is opposed to a system which would aim “to promote amateurism in a field where more than ever we need skills acquired and put into practice regularly. Who will insure the owners in the event of poorly carried out work? To develop the market, it would be more judicious to broaden the eligibility criteria of MaPrimeRénov' to a larger number of French people.
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