34 CENTRAL DRIVE, BRAMHALL

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Based on this property's recorded characteristics, this 181m² semi-detached home has a current EPC rating of C70 and mains-gas heating. HotAndCold estimates a space-heating requirement of approximately 14.0–17.5kW. This property has relatively strong recorded energy efficiency. Its modelled space-heating intensity per square metre is moderate.

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Sale history

Recorded sales for 34 CENTRAL DRIVE from HM Land Registry Price Paid data.

1. £350,000

   Oct 2014 · Semi-detached
2. £135,000

   Jun 2002 · Semi-detached

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

Built form

Semi-detached

Internal area (EPC)

181 m²

Building footprint

~201 m²

Approx. dimensions

~18.1 × 11.1 m

Main building axis

E–W

Estimated floors

2

Nearest building

0.8 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, filled cavity

Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Windows

Fully double glazed

Main heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Heating controls

Programmer, TRVs and bypass

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 34 CENTRAL DRIVE, BRAMHALL, STOCKPORT, SK7 3JT.

1. 1
   Floor insulationIndicative cost: £800 - £1,200

   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 sometimes be insulated from below which means that the floor does not need to be lifted to install the insulation. Further information about floor insulation and details of local contractors can be obtained from the National Insulation Association (www.nationalinsulationassociation.org.uk).

2. 2
   Low energy lighting for all fixed outletsIndicative cost: £110

   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.

3. 3
   Upgrade 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.

4. 4
   Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWpIndicative cost: £9,000 - £14,000

   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.

5. 5
   Replace 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.

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

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