Ground & Upper, 166 Eastern Esplanade

Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This detached maisonette is located in SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2YB. The property offers 95.08m² (1023 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated F (38/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (57/100). 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. 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 £1511, comprising £1261 for heating, £165 for hot water, and £85 for lighting. The property produces 8.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

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