WILL HEY FARM, WATFORD LANE

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Using the recorded floor area and EPC characteristics, this 433m² 1960s detached home has a current EPC rating of C75 and its recorded heating. HotAndCold estimates a space-heating requirement of approximately 34.5–47.0kW. The recorded EPC score is comparatively high for existing housing stock. The estimated heat demand per square metre is around typical levels.

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Based on 25827 EPC-recorded properties nearby.

Built form

Detached

Internal area (EPC)

433 m²

Building footprint

~352 m²

Approx. dimensions

~25.6 × 19.6 m

Main building axis

NW–SE

Nearest building

5.1 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, no insulation (assumed)

Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Windows

Fully double glazed

Main heating

Ground source heat pump, radiators, electric, Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Heating controls

Programmer, TRVs and bypass

Hot water

From main system

Floor

Suspended, 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 WILL HEY FARM, WATFORD LANE, NEW MILLS, HIGH PEAK, SK22 4EN.

1. 1
   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.

2. 2
   Cavity wall insulationIndicative cost: £500 - £1,500

   Cavity wall insulation, to fill the gap between the inner and outer layers of external walls with an insulating material, reduces heat loss; this will improve levels of comfort, reduce energy use and lower fuel bills. The insulation material is pumped into the gap through small holes that are drilled into the outer walls, and the holes are made good afterwards. As specialist machinery is used to fill the cavity, a professional installation company should carry out this work, and they should carry out a thorough survey before commencing work to ensure that this type of insulation is suitable for this home. They should also provide a guarantee for the work and handle any building control issues. Further information about cavity wall insulation and details of local installers can be obtained from the National Insulation Association (www.nationalinsulationassociation.org.uk).

3. 3
   Time and temperature zone controlIndicative cost: £350 - £450

   The heating system controls should be improved so that both the temperature and time of heating can be set differently in separate areas of your house; this will reduce the amount of energy used and lower fuel bills. For example, it is possible to have cooler temperatures in the bedrooms than in the living room provided internal doors are kept closed, and to have a longer heating period for the living room. It is best to obtain advice from a qualified heating engineer.

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

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