We install two types of underfloor heating systems, wet underfloor heating systems (also known as a hydraulic system) and an electric under floor heating system. With wet underfloor heating, heated water is circulated from a conventional boiler or alternative heating system such as a ground source heat pump. An electric system works by drawing power from the mains electricity supply to heat elements under the floor.
Electric underfloor heating is normally cheaper to install but more expensive to run long term. The cost is obviously depended on the price of electricity and gas but on average electricity costs more per kilowatt than natural gas. Of course, natural gas may not be an option. In that case you would need either to consider electric run from the mains or an alternative heat source like solar or air/ground source heating.
Underfloor heating ensures an even temperature across the room rather than concentrating heat in certain places. The heat also moves from the floor up, rather than from the ceiling down making sure the areas you occupy are kept to the temperature that’s comfortable for you.
Because heat is distributed evenly, underfloor heating can be more economical because you no longer have to overheat a certain space to keep another walm. Underfloor heating also runs at a lower temperature at about 50°C rather than traditional heating systems which normally run at 60°C or more degrees another reason to help reduce energy costs.
Correctly installed underfloor heating systems are almost maintenance free and – depending on intensity of use – can last for 25 years or more without repair.
Most people also find the aesthetic difference appealing to traditional heating. There are no large and ugly radiators, and more space is made available because of their absence.
There are many older and period buildings in New Whittington. Installing an electric system is often a good choice for older buildings because of the easy of install. New building can be built with the underfloor heating system in mind but, to fit water based UFH to an existing, it may be necessary to raise the floor. This can have implications for building regulations.
| Hydraulic Underfloor Heating | Electric Underfloor Heating |
|---|---|
| Cheaper to run. | Expensive to run, dependant on the price of electricity. |
| Particularly suitable for areas which need to be heated for long periods. | Easy to install. |
| Can mean raising the floor particularly when installed into older buildings. | Fits more easily under existing floors. |
If you have never installed underfloor heating before it can seem complicated and very technical or maybe you have installed a couple of jobs but are not confident in the procedure yet. This basic guide of Do’s and Don’ts is designed to help you avoid some of the pitfalls encountered when installing electric underfloor heating. Read More.
From cutting your energy bills to helping your home become more eco-friendly, underfloor heating offers ample benefits to homeowners. But before looking at getting underfloor heating installed, it’s important to know how much it could cost you. The average cost of installing an underfloor heating system is usually between £500 and £8,000. To help you plan ahead, this price guide will take you through the costs of underfloor heating, what you can do to keep the largest costs down and other important information you need to know. All prices quoted are estimates that are accurate as of January 2024. Read More.
Phennex are professional specialist heating engineers based in Chesterfield and covering Derbyshire domestically and the United Kingdom commercially. With over 10 years’ experience and many many happy customers, we’re sure we will be the right choice for you. Inadition to electric and gas central heating systems we install air and ground source heat pumps, underfloor heating and bathroom suits of any size.
