Chelmsford, 10 Fraser Close

This property is over 50 years old.

It includes the following insulation measures, loft, roof, hot water tank, water pipes and radiator reflectors on outside walls.

The property was double glazed in 1998 and all doors and windows are draught proofed.

Light emitting diodes (LEDS) are used to light the kitchen and Low Energy Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFL’s)are used in other rooms.

Solar water heating was installed in 1999 and Photovoltaic panels (9 East facing 1.6kW max) in 2006.

Various heating controls were installed in 1998 including, Modern Controls, Thermostatic Radiator Valves (TRV’s), Water Softening to reduce limescale build up, Chemical inhibitors to help maintain central heating system efficiency.

Property also uses an Energy Monitor (Circuit Monitor) supplied by Eon, and low energy appliances such as a microwave, pressure cooker, wind up torch and bike lights, LED TV and fridge.

Water Management includes 4 water butts, Cistern water saving device ‘Hippo’, Water-efficient showerheads, Water-efficient appliances (washing machine) and Rainwater Harvesting.

In addition the garden is Wildlife friendly and includes a food growing section and home composting. Local recycling facilities are used.