Underfloor Heating – Performance and Costs

Underfloor Heating - Performance and Costs

Performance and Cost of Underfloor Heating

Underfloor heating costs may seem prohibitive at first glance. Identifying their significant long-term benefits requires forward-thinking and analysis that can be hard to manage amidst the competing priorities of building or renovating.

Because installing a hydronic heating system is a considerable undertaking, both in complexity and in the investment required, questions of cost and performance are both natural and reasonable.

Underfloor Heating and Cooling Costs

A number of factors are going to influence the underfloor heating cost of your installation. Our focus is on you getting a comfortable and smart heating and cooling solution at the best price.

IS THIS A NEW BUILDING OR A RENOVATION?

Costs tend to be higher for renovation projects as alterations to floors, walls and ceilings are often required to accommodate heating pipes. Factors such as whether you use in slab heating or in screed heating solution.

HOW LARGE AND COMPLICATED IS THE PROPERTY?

It goes without saying that a larger floor space will require more planning, materials, and installation time, however the layout of the space (e.g. corners, split levels etc.) will also need to be factored in.

ANY EXTRAS?

Most people investing in this type of heating or cooling solution are both diligent and careful. It’s rare for people to make a choice based merely on price, but it does happen. Most realise that the cheapest quote is usually that way for a reason, but the devil is in the detail. So interrogating your supplier for the details of what’s included is advised.

It is not uncommon for insulation and the control gear to not be included in quotes, and their later addition can be a very nasty surprise. This is just one example. Ensure the price you are quoted includes everything needed to be fully and effectively operational.

Underfloor Heating and Cooling Performance

An underfloor, in-wall or in-ceiling solution achieves its results through cost effective and even distribution of temperature controlled water. Performance is therefore affected by flooring type and coverings, as well as more traditional variables like air flow and heat leakage points.

Ideally, underfloor systems will be coupled with stone based floors such as ceramic floor tiles or concrete. Stone floors are better heat conductors and so release most of the heat supplied into the room. A maximum heat output from a concrete screed system can be as high as 100 W/m². On the other hand wooden floors are good insulators so a reduced heat output of around 70 W/m² is common.

To begin the journey to a more affordable, comfortable, beautiful and safer home today, simply complete the contact request form or phone us direct. We look forward to answering your questions!