MELLINGS FARM, BANK TOP

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Using the recorded floor area and EPC characteristics, this 172m² pre-1900 detached home has a current EPC rating of F26 and its recorded heating. HotAndCold estimates a space-heating requirement of approximately 16.5–21.0kW. The recorded EPC score sits towards the lower end of the efficiency range. Its modelled space-heating intensity per square metre is relatively high.

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How this home compares locally

Based on 6 EPC-recorded properties nearby.

Built form

Detached

Internal area (EPC)

172 m²

Building footprint

~138 m²

Approx. dimensions

~12.6 × 12.3 m

Main building axis

NE–SW

Estimated floors

2

Nearest building

5.5 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

Sandstone or limestone, with internal insulation

Roof

Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation

Windows

Some double glazing

Main heating

Room heaters, electric

Heating controls

No thermostatic control of room temperature

Hot water

No system present: electric immersion assumed

Floor

Solid, 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 MELLINGS FARM, BANK TOP, ROBY MILL, UP HOLLAND, SKELMERSDALE, WN8 0QQ.

1. 1
   Floor insulation (solid floor)Indicative cost: £4,000 - £6,000

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

2. 2
   Wind turbineIndicative cost: £15,000 - £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.

3. 3
   Draught proof single-glazed windowsIndicative cost: £80 - £120

   Fitting draught proofing, strips of insulation around windows and doors, will improve the comfort in the home. A contractor can be employed but draught proofing can be installed by a competent DIY enthusiast.

4. 4
   Solar water heatingIndicative cost: £4,000 - £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.

5. 5
   Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWpIndicative cost: £3,500 - £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.

6. 6
   Replace single glazed windows with low-E double glazed windowsIndicative cost: £3,300 - £6,500

   Double glazing is the term given to a system where two panes of glass are made up into a sealed unit. Replacing existing single-glazed windows with double-glazed windows will improve comfort in the home by reducing draughts and cold spots near windows. Double-glazed windows may also reduce noise, improve security and combat problems with condensation.

7. 7
   High heat retention storage heaters and dual immersion cylinderIndicative cost: £2,400 - £3,600

   Modern storage heaters are less expensive to run than the direct acting, on-peak heating system in the property. A dual-rate electricity supply is required to provide the off-peak electricity that these heaters use; this is easily obtained by contacting the energy supplier. Ask for a quotation for 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 national wiring standards, only a qualified electrician should carry out the installation. Ask a qualified electrical heating engineer to explain the options, which might also include switching to other forms of electric heating.

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

Energy rating history

Recorded change: +25 EPC points across 2 certificates.

1. 2020G1
2. 2020F26

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