Adding a touch of luxury to your home is easier than you might think, especially when it comes to underfloor heating. We spend the majority of the year in cold weather in the UK, so underfloor heating becomes an extremely useful addition to the home. However, when it comes to choosing underfloor heating, there are certain things that you will need to think about, so we have five tips to help you make the right decision.
Choose The Right Installation
How your system is installed is important and the available technology has now evolved to give you more options. It was once a requirement to lay the pipes on a subfloor which meant using a layer of concrete or screed over the top of them. This would take time as the screed would need to be set but now, wet systems are available where the piping can be laid in specially-made panels that have the channels built into them, making it possible to lay flooring over the top of them.
Choose A System That Is Efficient
We all know that energy bills are on the increase so when it comes to underfloor heating, it can help to make sure you choose a system that is efficient to run. This kind of heating already operates at a lower temperature than central heating systems, but it can also help to ensure that you pick a system that has the best efficiency rating as this will help to lower costs.
Using Alternative Energy Sources
The government is trying to make us all consider how we get our energy, so it makes sense to look at all options. If you are installing underfloor heating then look at what alternative energy sources you can choose. This is because you can choose to get your energy from solar panels, air-source heat pumps or ground-source heat pumps. These all work brilliantly with underfloor heating because it doesn’t operate at the same temperature as our standard heating systems.
Wet Underfloor Heating Systems Can Have Lower Running Costs
There are two options when it comes to underfloor heating, and this includes wet underfloor heating or electric underfloor heating. Electric systems are easier to install but the downside is that they can be expensive to run, especially with the rising energy prices. Wet underfloor heating might prove to be a more cost-effective option and you can now install systems that give you control over how you heat your home. As a result, you can turn off the system in rooms that are not being used and turn it up in rooms that are being used.
Choose A Reliable Supplier And Installer
As with everything, it is important to ensure that you use an underfloor heating supplier you can trust. This is because they will consider your needs and help you find a system that works for you. Then, when it comes to installing your system, make sure you use a qualified company that works to high standards.
