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1 MELFORD GROVE, OLDHAM
Estimated boiler replacement
£1,900–£3,200
For a detached like yours · estimated installed cost
Your options for this home
Boiler replacement
Estimated installed cost · 3.5–5 kW
- Existing mains gas
- Suitable for your home size
- Combi or system options
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- • Preliminary heat requirement 3.5–5.0 kW from 77.0 m² and construction era 1990s.
- • Existing wet central heating assumed where mains gas is present.
New central heating
Complete system estimate · 4–5.5 kW
- Boiler / heat source
- Radiators (~7)
- Pipework & controls
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- • A complete new system priced on ~7 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
HotAndCold's model combines the recorded floor area, property type and EPC data, so this 77m² 1990s detached home has a current EPC rating of C70 and mains-gas heating. HotAndCold estimates a space-heating requirement of approximately 3.5–5.0kW. Its current EPC performance is relatively strong for an existing home. The estimated heat demand per square metre is towards the lower end.
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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
- Detached
- Floor area
- 77 m²
- Energy rating
- EPC C70
- Main heating fuel
- Mains gas
- Approx. age
- 1990s
- Location
- OLDHAM, Oldham
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 12 EPC-recorded properties nearby.
Sale history
Recorded sales for 1 MELFORD GROVE from HM Land Registry Price Paid data.
- £199,950Jul 2019 · Detached
- £175,000Sept 2016 · Detached
- £73,950Oct 1998 · Detached · new build
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right. Sale prices are historic and not a current valuation.
Building
- Built form
- Detached
- Internal area (EPC)
- 77 m²
- Building footprint
- ~72 m²
- Approx. dimensions
- ~11.9 × 6.1 m
- Main building axis
- E–W
- Estimated floors
- 2
- Nearest building
- 1.1 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
- Pitched, insulated (assumed)
- Windows
- Fully double glazed
- Main heating
- Boiler and radiators, mains gas
- Heating controls
- TRVs and bypass
- 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 MELFORD GROVE, OLDHAM, OL4 3HH.
- 1Upgrade heating controlsIndicative cost: £350 - £450
The heating system should have a room thermostat to enable the boiler to switch off when no heat is required. A competent heating engineer should be asked to do this work. Insist that the thermostat switches off the boiler as well as the pump and that the thermostatic radiator valve is removed from any radiator in the same room as the thermostat. It is best to obtain advice from a qualified heating engineer.
- 2Floor 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.
- 3Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWpIndicative cost: £5,000 - £8,000
A solar PV system is one which converts light directly into electricity via panels placed on the roof with no waste and no emissions. This electricity is used throughout the home in the same way as the electricity purchased from an energy supplier. The British Photovoltaic Association has up-to-date information on local installers who are qualified electricians. It is best to obtain advice from a qualified electrician. Ask the electrician to explain the options.
- 4Solar water heatingIndicative cost: £4,000 - £6,000
A solar water heating panel, usually fixed to the roof, uses the sun to pre-heat the hot water supply. This will significantly reduce the demand on the heating system to provide hot water and hence save fuel and money. The Solar Trade Association has up-to-date information on local installers.
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 3.5–5 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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