BOWER COTTAGE, WHITLE FOLD

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Using the recorded floor area and EPC characteristics, this 159m² pre-1900 detached home has a current EPC rating of D59 and its recorded heating. HotAndCold estimates a space-heating requirement of approximately 15.5–19.5kW. This property has moderate recorded energy efficiency — neither especially poor nor especially high. The estimated heat demand per square metre is towards the higher end.

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Based on 7 EPC-recorded properties nearby.

Built form

Detached

Internal area (EPC)

159 m²

Building footprint

~120 m²

Approx. dimensions

~14.6 × 10.1 m

Main building axis

NW–SE

Estimated floors

2

Nearest building

4.2 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, with internal insulation

Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Windows

Fully double glazed

Main heating

Electric storage heaters

Heating controls

Manual charge control

Hot water

Electric immersion, off-peak

Floor

Solid, insulated

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 BOWER COTTAGE, WHITLE FOLD, WHITLE BANK ROAD, NEW MILLS, HIGH PEAK, SK22 4EF.

1. 1
   Low energy lighting for all fixed outletsIndicative cost: £35

   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.

2. 2
   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.

3. 3
   High heat retention storage heaters and dual immersion cylinderIndicative cost: £3,000

   Modern storage heaters have better insulation and are easier to control than the older type in the property. Ask for a quotation for new, high heat retention heaters with automatic charge and output controls. A dual-immersion cylinder, which can be installed at the same time, will provide cheaper hot water than the system currently installed. As installations should be in accordance with the current regulations covering electrical wiring, only a qualified electrician should carry out the installation. It is best to obtain advice from a qualified heating engineer. Ask the engineer to explain

4. 4
   Wind turbineIndicative cost: £25,000

   A wind turbine provides electricity from wind energy. This electricity is used throughout the home in the same way as the electricity purchased from an energy supplier. The British Wind Energy Association has up-to-date information on suppliers of small-scale wind systems. Wind turbines are not suitable for all properties. The system’s effectiveness depends on local wind speeds and the presence of nearby obstructions, and a site survey should be undertaken by an accredited installer.

5. 5
   Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWpIndicative cost: £5,500

   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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