14 LIONS DRIVE, SWINTON

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Using the recorded floor area and EPC characteristics, this 58m² 1990s mid-terrace home has a current EPC rating of D68 and mains-gas heating. HotAndCold estimates a space-heating requirement of approximately 2.0–3.0kW. This property has moderate recorded energy efficiency, neither especially poor nor especially high. The estimated heat demand per square metre is towards the lower end.

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Sale history

Recorded sales for 14 LIONS DRIVE from HM Land Registry Price Paid data.

1. £94,000

   Jul 2014 · Terraced
2. £100,000

   Mar 2007 · Terraced
3. £46,250

   Jul 2001 · Terraced
4. £39,000

   Oct 1999 · Terraced
5. £39,000

   May 1999 · Terraced

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right. Sale prices are historic and not a current valuation.

Built form

Mid-terrace

Internal area (EPC)

58 m²

Building footprint

~173 m²

Approx. dimensions

~18.4 × 11.7 m

Main building axis

E–W

Estimated floors

2

Nearest building

2.9 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, 125 mm loft insulation

Windows

Fully double glazed

Main heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Heating controls

Programmer and room thermostat

Hot water

From main system

Floor

Suspended, no 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 14 LIONS DRIVE, SWINTON, MANCHESTER, M27 4UX.

1. 1
   Replace boiler with new condensing boilerIndicative cost: £2,200 - £3,500

   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.

2. 2
   Add additional 80 mm jacket to hot water cylinderIndicative cost: £20 - £40

   Increasing the thickness of existing insulation by adding an 80 mm cylinder jacket around the hot water cylinder will help maintain the water at the required temperature; this will reduce the amount of energy used and lower fuel bills. The jacket should be fitted over the top of the existing foam insulation and over any thermostat clamped to the cylinder. Hot water pipes from the hot water cylinder should also be insulated, using pre-formed pipe insulation of up to 50 mm thickness (or to suit the space available) for as far as they can be accessed to reduce losses in summer. All these materials can be purchased from DIY stores and installed by a competent DIY enthusiast.

3. 3
   Floor insulation (suspended floor)Indicative cost: £5,000 - £10,000

   Insulation of a floor will significantly reduce heat loss; this will improve levels of comfort, reduce energy use and lower fuel bills. Suspended floors can often be insulated from below. . Further information about floor insulation is available from many sources including www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/northernireland/Insulation/Floor-insulation.

4. 4
   Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWpIndicative cost: £8,000 - £10,000

   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.

Source: the property’s domestic EPC recommendations (open data). Indicative only, get a professional survey before committing to any measure.

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