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Wall type does not correspond to options available in RdSAP 2. Room heater specified for water heating instead of a range cooker 3. Space heating from individual system and water heating from community system 4. Dwelling has a swimming pool 5. Dwelling has micro-CHP not found in database 6. Storage heater or dual immersion, and single electric meter 7. Heating controlled by TRVs only 8. PVs or wind turbine present on the property (England, Wales or Scotland) 9. Two main heating systems and heating system upgrade is recommended 10. Dual electricity meter selected but there is also an electricity meter for standard tariff 11. Single electricity meter selected but there is also an electricity meter for an off-peak tariff 12. Dwelling is using a biomass fuel that is not in the RdSAP fuel options 13. Dwelling is a Park Home Insulate hot water cylinder with 80 mm jacket Increase hot water cylinder insulation Add additional 80 mm jacket to hot water cylinder Hot water cylinder thermostat Increase loft insulation to 270 mm Cavity wall insulation Internal or external wall insulation Replace single glazed windows with low-E double glazing Secondary glazing to single glazed windows Draught proofing Heating controls (programmer, room thermostat and TRVs) Heating controls (room thermostat and TRVs) Heating controls (thermostatic radiator valves) Heating controls (room thermostat) Heating controls (programmer and TRVs) Heating controls (time and temperature zone control) Heating controls (programmer and room thermostat) Heating controls (room thermostat) Solar water heating Replace boiler with new condensing boiler Replace boiler with new condensing boiler Replace boiler with biomass boiler Wood pellet stove with boiler and radiators Fan assisted storage heaters and dual immersion cylinder Fan assisted storage heaters Replacement warm air unit Change heating to gas condensing boiler Condensing oil boiler with radiators Change heating to gas condensing boiler Fan assisted storage heaters and dual immersion cylinder Fan-assisted storage heaters Change heating to gas condensing boiler Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets Replace heating unit with condensing unit Condensing boiler (separate from the range cooker) Condensing boiler (separate from the range cooker) Wood pellet stove with boiler and radiators Change room heaters to condensing boiler Change room heaters to condensing boiler Replace heating unit with mains gas condensing unit Condensing oil boiler with radiators Wind turbine Flat roof insulation Room-in-roof insulation Floor insulation High performance external doors Heat recovery system for mixer showers Flue gas heat recovery device in conjunction with boiler Air or ground source heat pump Air or ground source heat pump with underfloor heating Micro CHP Biomass boiler (Exempted Appliance if in Smoke Control Area) External insulation with cavity wall insulation Hot water cylinder insulation Hot water cylinder insulation Hot water cylinder insulation Cylinder thermostat Loft insulation Cavity wall insulation Internal or external wall insulation Double glazing Secondary glazing Draughtproofing Heating controls (programmer, room thermostat and thermostatic radiator valves) Heating controls (room thermostat and thermostatic radiator valves) Heating controls (thermostatic radiator valves) Heating controls (room thermostat) Heating controls (programmer and thermostatic radiator valves) Heating controls (time and temperature zone control) Heating controls (programmer and room thermostat) Heating controls (room thermostat) Solar water heating New condensing boiler New condensing boiler Biomass boiler Biomass stove with boiler Fan assisted storage heaters Fan assisted storage heaters Replacement warm air unit Gas condensing boiler Condensing oil boiler Gas condensing boiler Fan assisted storage heaters Fan assisted storage heaters Gas condensing boiler Solar photovoltaic (PV) panels Low energy lighting Install condensing heating unit Install condensing boiler (separate from the range cooker) Install condensing boiler (separate from the range cooker) Biomass stove with boiler Condensing boiler Condensing boiler Mains gas condensing heating unit Condensing oil boiler Wind turbine Fitting an 80 mm cylinder jacket around hot water cylinder helps maintain water at required temperature, reducing energy usage and lowering fuel bills. Increasing thickness of existing insulation around hot water cylinder with additional cylinder jacket or other insulation will help maintain water at required temperature, reducing energy usage and lowering fuel bills. Increasing thickness of existing insulation by adding 80 mm cylinder jacket will help maintain water at required temperature, reducing energy usage and lowering fuel bills. A hot water cylinder thermostat switches off the boiler when water reaches the required temperature, reducing energy usage and lowering fuel bills. Ask a plumber or heating engineer to install this. Loft insulation laid in the loft space or between roof rafters to a depth of at least 270 mm significantly reduces heat loss through the roof, improving levels of comfort, reducing energy use and lowering fuel bills. The loft space must have adequate ventilation to prevent dampness. Further information about loft insulation and details of local contractors can be obtained from the National Insulation Association (www.nationalinsulationassociation.org.uk). Cavity wall insulation, to fill the gap between the inner and outer layers of external walls with an insulating material, reduces heat loss, improving levels of comfort, reducing energy use and lowering fuel bills. Further information about cavity wall insulation and details of local installers can be obtained from the National Insulation Association (www.nationalinsulationassociation.org.uk). Solid wall insulation involves adding a layer of insulation to either the inside or the outside surface of the external walls, which reduces heat loss and lowers fuel bills. Further information can be obtained from the National Insulation Association (www.nationalinsulationassociation.org.uk). Replacing single-glazed windows with double glazing will improve comfort in the home by reducing draughts and cold spots near windows. Building Regulations apply to this work. Secondary glazing is the addition of a second pane of glass inside the existing window. Adding secondary glazing will improve comfort in the home by reducing draughts and cold spots near windows. Fitting draughtproofing, strips of insulation around windows and doors, will improve comfort in the home.. A programmer and room thermostat should be installed to switch off the boiler when no heat is required, and thermostatic radiator valves to each radiator except that in the same room as the room thermostat to control the temperature of each room, reducing energy usage and lowering fuel bills. This work should be done by a heating engineer. A room thermostat will increase the efficiency of the heating system by switching off the boiler when no heat is required, and thermostatic radiator valves should be fitted to each radiator except that in the same room as the room thermostat to control the temperature of each room, reducing energy usage and lowering fuel bills. This work should be done by a heating engineer. Thermostatic radiator valves fitted to each radiator except the radiator in the same room as the room thermostat allow the temperature of each room to be controlled to suit individual needs, adding to comfort and reducing heating bills. Ask a heating engineer to do this work. The heating system should have a room thermostat to enable the boiler to switch off when no heat is required. The thermostatic radiator valve should be removed from any radiator in the same room as the thermostat. Ask a heating engineer to do this work. A programmer should be installed to provide better comfort through automatic control of the system, allowing different heating and/or hot water patterns to be set for weekdays and weekends and holidays. Thermostatic radiator valves should also be fitted to every radiator except for the radiator in the same room as the room thermostat, to allow the temperature of each room to be controlled to suit individual needs. Ask a heating engineer to do this work. 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 reducing energy usage and lowering fuel bills. Ask a heating engineer to do this work. A programmer and room thermostat should be installed so that it switches off when no heat is required and allows for different time programmes for heating and hot water to be set, reducing energy usage and lowering fuel bills. Ask a heating engineer to do this work. A room thermostat should be added to the warm air heating system so that it switches off when no heat is required, reducing energy usage and lowering fuel bills. Ask a heating engineer to do this work. A solar water heating panel uses the sun to pre-heat the hot water supply, significantly reducing demand on the heating system to provide hot water and hence save fuel and money. You could be eligible for Renewable Heat Incentive payments which could appreciably increase the savings beyond those shown on your EPC, provided that both the product and the installer are certified by the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (or equivalent). Details of local MCS installers are available at www.microgenerationcertification.org. A condensing boiler is capable of much higher efficiencies than other types of boiler, meaning it will burn less fuel to heat this property. Building Regulations apply to this work. A condensing boiler is capable of much higher efficiencies than other types of boiler, meaning it will burn less fuel to heat this property. This improvement is most appropriate when the existing central heating boiler needs repair or replacement, but there may be exceptional circumstances making this impractical. Condensing boilers need a drain for the condensate which limits their location; remember this when considering remodelling the room containing the existing boiler even if the latter is to be retained for the time being (for example a kitchen makeover). Building Regulations apply to this work, so your local authority building control department should be informed, unless the installer is registered with a competent persons scheme¹, and can therefore self-certify the work for Building Regulation compliance. Ask a qualified heating engineer to explain the options. A biomass boiler burns renewable fuel such as wood logs or pellets and therefore is much less damaging to the environment. Building Regulations apply to this work. You could be eligible for Renewable Heat Incentive payments which could appreciably increase the savings beyond those shown on your EPC, provided that both the product and the installer are certified by the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (or equivalent). Details of local MCS installers are available at www.microgenerationcertification.org. A biomass boiler burns renewable fuel such as wood pellets and therefore is much less damaging to the environment. Modern heaters with glass doors are clean, easy to use and provide an attractive source of heating. Building Regulations apply to this work. You could be eligible for Renewable Heat Incentive payments which could appreciably increase the savings beyond those shown on your EPC, provided that both the product and the installer are certified by the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (or equivalent). Details of local MCS installers are available at www.microgenerationcertification.org. Fan assisted storage heaters with automatic charge control are smaller and easier to control than the older type in the property. A dual-immersion cylinder, which can be installed at the same time, will provide cheaper hot water than the system currently installed. Building Regulations apply to this work. Fan assisted storage heaters with automatic control are smaller and easier to control than the older type in the property. Building Regulations apply to this work. A modern warm air unit is more efficient than older types, burning less fuel for heating and (if fitted) the hot water system in your property. Building Regulations apply to this work. A mains gas boiler that provides both space and water heating will save money, as mains gas is currently cheaper than off-peak electricity. A condensing boiler is more efficient than other types of boiler, burning less fuel to heat the property. Building Regulations apply to this work. It is also recommended to change the electricity tariff to standard tariff when off-peak is no longer used. Condensing boilers are much more higher efficient than other types of heating appliance, burning less fuel to heat the property. Building Regulations apply to this work. A mains gas boiler that provides both space and water heating will save money, as mains gas is currently cheaper than the fuel being used at present. A condensing boiler is more efficient than other types of boiler, burning less fuel to heat the property. Building Regulations apply to this work. Modern storage heaters are less expensive to run than the direct acting, on-peak heating system in the property. A dual-immersion cylinder will provide cheaper hot water than the system currently installed. A dual-rate electricity supply is required to provide the off-peak electricity that these heaters use; this is easily obtained by contacting your energy supplier. Building Regulations apply to this work. 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 your energy supplier. Building Regulations apply to this work. Changing the heating to use a mains gas boiler that provides both space and water heating will save money, as mains gas is currently cheaper than the fuel being used at present. A condensing boiler is capable of much higher efficiencies than other types of boiler, meaning it will burn less fuel to heat the property but there may be exceptional circumstances making this impractical. Condensing boilers need a drain for the condensate which limits their location. Remember this when considering remodelling the room containing the existing boiler even if the latter is to be retained for the time being (for example a kitchen makeover). This improvement is most appropriate when the existing heating system needs repair or replacement. Building Regulations apply to this work, so your local authority building control department should be informed, unless the installer is registered with a competent persons scheme¹, and can therefore self-certify the work for Building Regulation compliance. Ask a qualified heating engineer to explain the options. A solar PV system converts light directly into electricity via panels placed on the roof and can be used throughout the home. Building Regulations apply to this work and planning restrictions may apply. You could be eligible for a Feed-in Tariff which could appreciably increase the savings beyond those shown on your EPC, provided that both the product and the installer are certified by the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (or equivalent). Details of local MCS installers are available at www.microgenerationcertification.org. Low energy light bulbs last up to 12 times longer than ordinary ones and reduce lighting costs. A condensing unit is more efficient than other types as it burns less fuel. Building Regulations apply to this work. A condensing boiler is more efficient than other types, as it burns less fuel. Installation of a separate condensing boiler, independent of the range cooker is recommended. Building Regulations apply to this work. A condensing boiler is more efficient than other types, as it burns less fuel. Installation of a separate condensing boiler, independent of the range cooker is recommended. Building Regulations apply to this work. A biomass stove burns renewable fuel such as wood pellets and therefore is less damaging to the environment than the solid fuel room heater in this home. Building Regulations apply to this work. You could be eligible for Renewable Heat Incentive payments which could appreciably increase the savings beyond those shown on your EPC, provided that both the product and the installer are certified by the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (or equivalent). Details of local MCS installers are available at www.microgenerationcertification.org. A full central heating system using a condensing boiler will provide space and water heating at greater efficiency than gas room heaters, meaning it will burn less fuel to heat this property. Building Regulations apply to this work. A full central heating system using a condensing boiler will provide space and water heating at greater efficiency than gas room heaters, meaning it will burn less fuel to heat this property, but there may be exceptional circumstances making this impractical. Condensing boilers need a drain for the condensate which limits their location. Remember this when considering remodelling the room containing the existing boiler even if the latter is to be retained for the time being (for example a kitchen makeover). Building Regulations apply to this work, so your local authority building control department should be informed, unless the installer is registered with a competent persons scheme¹, and can therefore self-certify the work for Building Regulation compliance. Ask a qualified heating engineer to explain the options. Changing the heating to use a mains gas heating unit will save money, as mains gas is currently cheaper than the fuel being used at present. A condensing unit is more efficient than other types as it burns less fuel. Building Regulations apply to this work. Condensing boilers have a much higher efficiency than other types of heating appliance, meaning they will burn less fuel to heat the property, but there may be exceptional circumstances making this impractical. Condensing boilers need a drain for the condensate which limits their location. Remember this when considering remodelling the room containing the existing boiler even if the latter is to be retained for the time being (for example a kitchen makeover). This option is best taken up when the present warm air unit requires repair or replacement. Building Regulations apply to this work, so your local authority building control department should be informed, unless the installer is registered with a competent persons scheme¹, and can therefore self-certify the work for Building Regulation compliance. Ask a qualified heating engineer to explain the options. A wind turbine provides electricity from wind energy. This electricity can be used throughout the home. Building Regulations apply to this work and planning restrictions may apply. 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. You could be eligible for a Feed-in Tariff which could appreciably increase the savings beyond those shown on your EPC, provided that both the product and the installer are certified by the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (or equivalent). Details of local MCS installers are available at www.microgenerationcertification.org. 1. Not eligible for Green Deal 2. Eligible with additional finance 3. Eligible without additional finance Not assessed. Use for alternative measures