609, Ashingdon Road

Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This detached bungalow is located in ROCHFORD, SS4 3JF. The property offers 94.74m² (1020 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated F (29/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a E rating (48/100). The gas central heating system has average efficiency, indicating a boiler that may be 10-15 years old. While functional, upgrading to a modern A-rated condensing boiler could improve efficiency by 15-25%. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £1627, comprising £1366 for heating, £181 for hot water, and £80 for lighting. The property produces 8.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

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