14 MAIN STREET, WAKERLEY

Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This detached house is located in WAKERLEY, LE15 8PA. The property offers 108m² (1163 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (33/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (80/100). The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £1601, comprising £1245 for heating, £262 for hot water, and £94 for lighting. The property produces 9.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

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