Comprehensive Renewable Energy Upgrade for a Semi-Detached Home
Clients: Jane & Dirk, Haddington, East Lothian
Challenge: Jane & Dirk’s modern timber kit semi-detached property was heated using electric direct panel heaters, supplemented by a log burner. The electric heating resulted in very high energy bills, leading them to leave some rooms unheated, and they noticed significant temperature differences between rooms. Managing a steady supply of dry wood for the log burner became an increasingly labor-intensive task.
They contacted Home Energy Scotland, which guided them to the Warmer Homes Scotland Scheme, managed by Warmworks Scotland.
They were awarded a grant to fund the supply and installation of:
- Air Source Heat Pump
- Hot Water Cylinder
- Radiators & Pipework
- Solar PV System
Storage Battery
The Challenges:
- The property was built on a poured solid concrete slab, making underfloor pipework and wiring installation impossible.
- Limited routing options for new services due to modern fitted bathrooms, en-suite, and kitchen.
The home was freshly decorated throughout, meaning post-installation work had to minimize redecoration requirements.
How We Helped:
Additionally, a roof survey was performed to design the solar PV and storage battery system.
The Results:
- Installed a 5kW Vaillant Arotherm Plus heat pump & hot water cylinder, along with new radiators and pipework, positioned as per the pre-agreed layout.
- Flooring and pipe/cable routes were restored, with carpets replaced, minimizing redecoration needs.
- Solar PV system installed on the roof, supported by a Duracell Hybrid Inverter and Storage Battery.
- The system now provides comfortable whole-home heating and hot water, supplemented by solar energy and battery storage.
- Significantly reduced energy bills and improved energy efficiency, allowing Jane & Dirk to enjoy a warm home with minimal running costs.