Insulation of heating and hot water pipes

Monitoring & feedback recommended: Yes

ADVANTAGES

Simple, low-impact way of increasing efficiency; can be installed on DIY basis

CONCERNS & ACTIONS

TECHNICAL (2)

Complex installation
Personal capacity/Right opportunity

HERITAGE (1)

Original internal detail lost

ENERGY (2)

Installation quality
User understanding

RELATED MEASURES

FABRIC (7)

Internal Wall insulation
Floor insulation between/under floor joists
Floor Insulation on top of existing floor finish
Floor void filled with insulation
Exposed soffits to upper floors: Insulation in between joists or under soffit
Replacement of existing ground floor with new concrete insulated solid ground floor
Increased Floor airtightness

SERVICES (7)

Heating system Refurbishment
Cylinder thermostats
Hot water cylinder insulation
New cylinder
Heating controls (for wet and warm air systems)
Heating Distribution Refurbishment
Wet Under-floor heating

BEHAVIOUR (2)

Provision of simple and clear information
Improving User interest and involvement

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CASE STUDIES (1)

10 Hampton Road

Conversion of methodist chapel
Isabel Carmona