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Underfloor Heating Services Cardiff
What is underfloor heating?
To begin with, underfloor heating is a way of heating your home by using flexible and strong tubing which is placed under your floor. It has several benefits and advantages over using radiators. It is both affordable in price and quite efficient. If you are looking for underfloor Heating in Cardiff, then you’ve come to the right place. A lot of various types are available for you to choose from. Different factors can affect your choice and the type of underfloor heating system you want to go with. These might include: your current heating system, energy source and your project type.
How does underfloor heating work?
To put it simply, an underfloor heating system works by turning your floor into a huge and invisible heating system. Your floor will be emitting heat in a very efficient manner. Either cables or heating tubes will be installed beneath your floor. These will heat up the room from the ground and all the way up. Cables are used for electric underfloor heating systems, while flexible tubing is used for warm water underfloor heating systems. An underfloor heating system can use lower water temperatures than radiators due to the fact that it covers a large surface area. This can assist in improving efficiency. It also has the benefit of heating the entire room since there are no cold spots whatsoever.
What are the advantages of an underfloor heating system?
Your floor will be warm and heated
With underfloor heating, heat will be emitted gently from underneath your floor upwards, making your cold floor warm to the touch. An underfloor heating system emits even warmth and makes your home cosier.
Flexibility
An underfloor heating system is quite flexible. It can be installed in any type of property such as new builds, renovations or extensions. They can be fitted in one room, multiple rooms or upstairs.
Discreet & Space saving
Underfloor heating systems are ‘invisible’ due to the fact that the tube is well hidden under the floor. Additionally, you will have more space due to not having to install radiators. Underfloor heating is perfect for small homes and open plan living.
More efficient
An underfloor heating system operates by using lower flow temperatures than radiators. It covers a large area and can heat very effectively. Underfloor heating is 25% more efficient than a radiator system. This figure can reach 40% if your system is connected with a pump.
Environmentally friendly
Underfloor heating uses less energy, as a low temperature heating system, than radiators. As a result, you will be able to reduce your carbon footprint.
Healthy & safe
Underfloor heating is safe because this kind of heating system has no sharp or exposed edges. This can make it safe for children and the elderly. It is also ideal for people who suffer from allergy as it can provide heat without draughts or dust movements.
Design of underfloor heating
For an underfloor heating system to work as expected, design is crucial. Your system will be designed to suit your home and heating requirements. To ensure that your system is working as it should, we take into account room-by-room heat loss and optimised running efficiency as well. Your system should achieve a perfect temperature that is neither too cold nor too hot. To achieve ultimate comfort, each room can be set to a different temperature. We use materials according to what is required in order to reduce waste. Our aim is to provide you with a system that can achieve efficiency by using the minimal amount of energy.
The underfloor heating options we offer in Cardiff
Underfloor heating for new builds in Cardiff
An underfloor heating system can be quite simple to install as part of a new build. Additionally, it can be a very cost-effective method to heat your home. Because it is a low-temperature heating system, underfloor heating is quite efficient. It is also compatible with renewable heat sources such as heat pumps.
Underfloor heating for renovations in Cardiff
Whether you are remodelling or updating your home, an underfloor heating system can be fitted as part of your renovation project. There will be no need to excavate since an underfloor heating system can be installed on top of an existing floor. Underfloor heating is perfect for properties where floor to ceiling height is quite an important factor.
Underfloor heating for single rooms in Cardiff
If a full underfloor heating system is not required, then a system can be installed in a certain room of your choice.
Upstairs underfloor heating in Cardiff
Underfloor heating can be installed both downstairs or upstairs.
The range of our underfloor heating
Water underfloor heating system
A water underfloor heating system is often the number one choice for many people because it is simple to install, affordable and very efficient as well.
Electric underfloor heating
Electric underfloor heating can be used to heat small tiled rooms, such as kitchens, bathrooms or wet rooms.
How does electric underfloor heating work?
Electric underfloor heating works by distributing heat evenly across the floor and can also create a waterproof surface, which makes it perfect for bathrooms and kitchens. The electric underfloor heating system will be connected to your electricity supply. The supply powers the heating cable and heats the room from the floor up. The room temperature can be controlled via a programmable thermostat, which is connected to your electric underfloor heating system.
What are the benefits of electric underfloor heating?
- Electric underfloor heating tends to cost less than a water underfloor heating system.
- It provides a high heat output to heat hard floor coverings, such as tiles, in a kitchen or bathroom, quite fast.
- This kind of system is quite easy to install. They cause minimal disruption due to the fact that they are very slim and fit directly over the existing subfloor.
Underfloor heating thermostats
We offer a comprehensive range of underfloor heating thermostats:
- dial-type thermostats
- wireless thermostats
- internet-enabled units with Smartphone control.
Smart thermostats can help you control the heat from different places and they also control your energy consumption. As a result, they can help you save some money on your energy bills.
Why Let’s heat?
We’re Punctual
We always aim for simplicity and quality of work. Using the latest and the beat management system to schedule jobs and confirm appointments, send reminders and issue certificates and send bills. We offer next-day installations and emergency services as well. We’re very quick to respond to your call and will be at your doorstep in no time.
We Care
Establishing a good relationship with our customers is our priority. We always take the time to understand what your heating requirements are. We do our best so as not to create any sort of disruption to your home or make so much noise.
Experienced Staff
Our experience in the heating business has paved the way for us to expand further and provide our services nationwide. We’re very committed to our work. Our engineers are helpful and informative. They are highly skilled and have a wide knowledge of their trade. Our services include: boiler installation, maintenance, repair and boiler service plan. We work with all types of boilers: heat only boilers, system boilers and combi boilers. We install heat pumps and central heating systems. And we also provide plumbing services and much more.
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FAQ’s
Do I need to dig up my floor to install underfloor heating?
If you are renovating, then you don’t have to dig up your floors to install underfloor heating.
How long does underfloor heating take to warm up?
An underfloor heating system that is fitted on top of your floors heat up very quickly, whereas a system which is set within a screed might take longer to heat up your home. However, it can retain heat for a longer time and you can also programme it to provide the right amount of required heat.
Is underfloor heating safe and good for your health?
Well, underfloor heating is, without a doubt, healthier and safer than radiators since exposed hot surfaces are hidden and dust traps removed. They are a controlled and comfortable heat source, which can help in eliminating draughts and cold spots around your home.
Can I use underfloor heating with heat pumps?
You will be able to use underfloor heating with heat pumps, due to the fact that both of them work most efficiently at lower temperatures.
Is underfloor heating better than radiators?
Underfloor heating can replace radiators completely, or it can work alongside them as well. This, however, depends on your type of property. New builds are ideal for installing underfloor heating throughout as they can be 25% more energy efficient than radiators.
What is the lifespan of underfloor heating?
It’s worth mentioning that underfloor heating systems have a lifespan of 50 years plus, while the average radiator will only last between 8-12 years before becoming inefficient
Is it worth getting underfloor heating?
Underfloor heating is more environmentally friendly than radiators and uses less energy as well. They cost much less in the long run! As long as you have installed it properly, you will be able to save about 25% of the energy you would use with a radiator, and up to 40% when running from a heat pump.