SMARTER HEATING AND water systems are becoming the norm in any new build nowadays and it isn’t hard to see why. Not only do they reduce bills, they also have numerous benefits for the planet.
This week we’re looking at four properties around the country with a BER (Building Energy Rating) of A3 or higher – from a five-bed in Dublin to one that’s part of a new development in Cork.
Sitting on three quarters of an acre, this detached five-bed home in Co Dublin spans 264 m² and has a BER of A1. Built in 2014, energy efficient features include an air tight membrane, heat recovery ventilation system, heat pump with underfloor heating upstairs as well as down and photovoltaic solar panels with storage battery.
The well connected rooms comprise a double height entrance hall, sitting room, open plan kitchen and dining space with split level living room. One of the five bedrooms is en suite while the others share the family bathroom. Doors from the living room open onto the patio. The property also features an attached garage with roller door with additional eaves storage. It’s located in the countryside and close to Balscadden village, but the M1 is about five minutes away, so a 20 minute drive will bring you to Dublin Airport.
19 Marlton Hall is 125 m² in size and has a BER of A3. Located just outside Wicklow town, the estate sits right across from an Educate Together primary school and is very bike-friendly for those who want to further their green credentials by leaving the car at home. The house also has solar panels.
The rooms inside comprise an entrance hall with under stairs guest toilet and then a living room that connects to the kitchen and dining area that opens onto the back garden. To the other side of the kitchen is a utility room. Upstairs is the full family bathroom and four double bedrooms – the main bedroom has an en suite shower room, a built in wardrobe and a balcony.
16 Seabury View in north Co Dublin is a four-bed home with three bathrooms. The floor area spans 130 m² and the BER is A2 thanks to up to date heating and insulation. The home underwent a complete renovation, both inside and out, and was deep retrofitted last year.
The spaces inside comprise a bright hall that leads to a guest toilet and the living room that links to the open plan kitchen and dining room. Upstairs there are three large double bedrooms along with a single bedroom. The main has an en suite bathroom while the others share the family bathroom. For extra green points, there is also an electric car charger at the front of the house.
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