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1 BIRCHGROVE CLOSE, BOLTON
Estimated boiler replacement
£1,900–£3,200
For a flat like yours · estimated installed cost
Your options for this home
Boiler replacement
Estimated installed cost · 2–3 kW
- Existing mains gas
- Suitable for your home size
- Combi or system options
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- • Preliminary heat requirement 2.0–3.0 kW from 53.0 m² and construction era 1990s.
- • Existing wet central heating assumed where mains gas is present.
New central heating
Complete system estimate · 2.5–3.5 kW
- Boiler / heat source
- Radiators (~5)
- Pipework & controls
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- • A complete new system priced on ~5 radiators, pipework and a boiler.
- • Radiator count is indicative from floor area and confirmed on survey.
Home air conditioning
Multi-split system estimate · 4–6 kW · ~3 units
- Approx. 3 indoor units
- Heating & cooling
- Professional installation
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- • Total floor area is not the same as conditioned area; this reflects the selected room scenario.
Heating & cooling profile
Using the recorded floor area and EPC characteristics, this 53m² 1990s flat has a current EPC rating of C69 and mains-gas heating. HotAndCold estimates a space-heating requirement of approximately 2.0–3.0kW. The recorded EPC score is comparatively high for existing housing stock. Its modelled space-heating intensity per square metre is relatively low.
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What stands out about this home
Why this estimate?
We calculate estimates using your property's size, type, age, heating fuel and EPC rating, along with typical installation costs — not a professional heat-loss survey.
How we calculated this
What we found about your home
- Property type
- Flat
- Floor area
- 53 m²
- Energy rating
- EPC C69
- Main heating fuel
- Mains gas
- Approx. age
- 1990s
- Location
- BOLTON, Bolton
We use publicly available data and industry models to generate this estimate. A final survey by an installer may vary.
How this home compares locally
Based on 22 EPC-recorded properties nearby.
Sale history
Recorded sales for 1 BIRCHGROVE CLOSE from HM Land Registry Price Paid data.
- £91,000Mar 2024 · Flat/maisonette
- £59,950Jul 2001 · Flat/maisonette · new build
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right. Sale prices are historic and not a current valuation.
Building
- Built form
- Flat
- Internal area (EPC)
- 53 m²
- Building footprint
- ~186 m²
- Approx. dimensions
- ~21.9 × 8.5 m
- Main building axis
- N–S
- Estimated floors
- 2
- Nearest building
- 3.5 m
Footprint & dimensions derived from Overture Maps building data (ODbL). Approximate, not survey-grade.
How this home is constructed & heated
Recorded on its Energy Performance Certificate.
- Walls
- Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
- Roof
- (another dwelling above)
- Windows
- Fully double glazed
- Main heating
- Boiler and radiators, mains gas
- Heating controls
- Programmer, room thermostat and TRVs
- Hot water
- From main system
- Floor
- Solid, limited insulation (assumed)
Energy improvement potential
Recommended improvements for this property
Measures from this home’s official Energy Performance Certificate assessment that could raise its rating and cut running costs, specific to 1 BIRCHGROVE CLOSE, BOLTON, BL3 4LR.
- 1Floor insulation (solid floor)Indicative cost: £4,000 - £6,000
Insulation of a floor will significantly reduce heat loss; this will improve levels of comfort, reduce energy use and lower fuel bills. Further information about floor insulation is available from many sources including www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/northernireland/Insulation/Floor-insulation.
- 2Replace boiler with new condensing boilerIndicative cost: £2,200 - £3,000
A condensing boiler is capable of much higher efficiencies than other types of boiler, meaning it will burn less fuel to heat this property. This improvement is most appropriate when the existing central heating boiler needs repair or replacement, but there may be exceptional circumstances making this impractical. Condensing boilers need a drain for the condensate which limits their location; remember this when considering remodelling the room containing the existing boiler even if the latter is to be retained for the time being (for example a kitchen makeover). It is best to obtain advice from a qualified heating engineer. Ask the engineer to explain the options.
- 3Low energy lighting for all fixed outletsIndicative cost: £25
Replacement of traditional light bulbs with energy saving recommended ones will reduce lighting costs over the lifetime of the bulb, and they last up to 12 times longer than ordinary light bulbs. Also consider selecting low energy light fittings when redecorating; contact the Lighting Association for your nearest stockist of Domestic Energy Efficient Lighting Scheme fittings.
Source: the property’s domestic EPC recommendations (open data). Indicative only — get a professional survey before committing to any measure.
Common questions
How much does a replacement boiler cost for a property like this?+
For this property we estimate an installed cost of £1,900–£3,200. This is indicative and based on the property's size, type and energy characteristics — your final price depends on equipment choice and an installer survey.
What size boiler might this property need?+
Our preliminary model estimates a heat requirement of around 2–3 kW. An installer confirms exact sizing on a heat-loss assessment.
How much would air conditioning cost here?+
A multi-split installation is estimated at £3,800–£5,700, depending on how many rooms you want to cool (around 3 indoor units in a typical layout).
Are these guaranteed prices?+
No — they are indicative estimates to help you understand likely costs before speaking to an installer. Your final price depends on equipment choice, installation complexity and a survey.
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