FLAT 6, ST ALBANS PLACE

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HotAndCold's model combines the recorded floor area, property type and EPC data, so this 73m² flat has a current EPC rating of E50 and mains-gas heating. HotAndCold estimates a space-heating requirement of approximately 5.5–7.0kW. This property's recorded energy efficiency is comparatively low. The estimated heat demand per square metre is around typical levels.

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Based on 33 EPC-recorded properties nearby.

Built form

Flat

Internal area (EPC)

73 m²

Building footprint

~206 m²

Approx. dimensions

~17.0 × 13.4 m

Main building axis

N–S

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, as built, insulated (assumed)

Roof

Pitched, no insulation (assumed)

Windows

Fully double glazed

Main heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Heating controls

Programmer, room thermostat and TRVs

Hot water

Electric immersion, standard tariff

Floor

(another dwelling below)

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 FLAT 6, ST ALBANS PLACE, 35 CHESTER ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 8DJ.

1. 1
   Add additional 80 mm jacket to hot water cylinderIndicative cost: £15 - £30

   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.

2. 2
   50 mm internal or external wall insulationIndicative cost: £4,000 - £14,000

   Solid wall insulation involves adding a layer of insulation to either the inside or the outside surface of the external walls, which reduces heat loss and lowers fuel bills. As it is more expensive than cavity wall insulation it is only recommended for walls without a cavity, or where for technical reasons a cavity cannot be filled. Internal insulation, known as dry-lining, is where a layer of insulation is fixed to the inside surface of external walls; this type of insulation is best applied when rooms require redecorating and can be installed by a competent DIY enthusiast. External solid wall insulation is the application of an insulant and a weather-protective finish to the outside of the wall. This may improve the look of the home, particularly where existing brickwork or rendering is poor, and will provide long-lasting weather protection. Further information can be obtained from the National Insulation Association (www.nationalinsulationassociation.org.uk).

3. 3
   Heat recovery system for mixer showersIndicative cost: £585 - £725

   A shower heat recovery system extracts heat from the water in the shower drain and transfers it to incoming cold water. This reduces the amount of energy needed per shower.

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

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