9 RECREATION STREET, BRADSHAW

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Based on this property's recorded characteristics, this 91m² mid-terrace home has a current EPC rating of F31 and mains-gas heating. HotAndCold estimates a space-heating requirement of approximately 6.5–8.5kW. This property's recorded energy efficiency is comparatively low. Its modelled space-heating intensity per square metre is moderate.

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Based on 11 EPC-recorded properties nearby.

Built form

Mid-terrace

Internal area (EPC)

91 m²

Building footprint

~39 m²

Approx. dimensions

~8.8 × 4.5 m

Main building axis

NW–SE

Nearest building

0.0 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, 75 mm loft insulation

Windows

Fully double glazed

Main heating

Room heaters, mains gas

Heating controls

Appliance thermostats

Hot water

Electric immersion, standard tariff

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 9 RECREATION STREET, BRADSHAW, BOLTON, BL2 3HT.

1. 1
   Solar water heatingIndicative cost: £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.

2. 2
   Floor insulation (suspended floor)Indicative cost: £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 often be insulated from below. . Further information about floor insulation is available from many sources including www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/northernireland/Insulation/Floor-insulation.

3. 3
   Room-in-roof insulationIndicative cost: £2,700

   Insulating roof rooms will significantly reduce heat loss; this will improve levels of comfort, reduce energy use and lower fuel bills. If it has a flat ceiling insulation can usually be added above the ceiling, and sloping ceilings and walls of roof rooms can be insulated using an internal lining board. Further information about roof room insulation and details of local contractors can be obtained from the National Insulation Association (www.nationalinsulationassociation.org.uk).

4. 4
   Insulate hot water cylinder with 80 mm jacketIndicative cost: £30

   Installing an 80 mm thick cylinder jacket around the hot water cylinder will help to maintain the water at the required temperature; this will reduce the amount of energy used and lower fuel bills. A cylinder jacket is a layer of insulation that is fitted around the hot water cylinder. The jacket should be fitted 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.

5. 5
   Change room heaters to condensing boilerIndicative cost: £7,000

   A full central heating system using a condensing boiler will provide space and water heating at greater efficiency than gas room heaters, meaning it will burn less fuel to heat this property, 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.

6. 6
   Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWpIndicative cost: £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.

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

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