UnderFloor Heating
What is underfloor Heating?
Underfloor heating is a great alternative to traditional radiators or hot-air heating systems.
Underfloor heating can be either a 'wet' system that pumps warm water through pipes under the floor, or 'dry' system of electric coils placed under the floor. Underfloor heating uses the basic principle of heat rising.
underfloor heating is hidden away and out of view, doing away with the clutter of radiators. And, due to the even distribution of heat, it is a fairly efficient way to heat a room.
Because radiators heat up the area immediately around them, this ends up being quickly dispersed upwards, and away from the desired area. On the other hand, a good underfloor heating system will heat a larger area.
This means radiators have to work harder for you to feel the effects, and require the water to be at a higher temperature to work effectively.
Water Underfloor Heating
Water-based systems, in contrast, are a network of pipes linked to your boiler that pump hot water around your rooms.
Better yet, because underfloor heating systems distribute heat more evenly, they actually need water at a lower heat than a radiator, making your boiler more efficient.
Underfloor Heating Maintenance
Zeal Plumbing and Heating engineers are experts in the installation, servicing and repairs of most types of underfloor heating systems. The underfloor heating system is in principle maintenance free and designed to work for many years. There are some checking points;
1. The pressure in the underfloor heating system should be checked now and then. If necessary the underfloor heating system is refilled, which might be the case in the beginning of the winter season.
2. Check by means of the manual air bleed valves that the underfloor heating system has been bled of air. A major air bubble can disturb the circulation.
3. If need to refill increases, check for leakage. It might be necessary to tighten couplings. If the pressure cannot be maintained despite this, it is best to carry out more careful fault tracing and if necessary call in experts to go through the entire warm water underfloor heating system.
For more detailed technical information, dont hesitate to contact us, or email us at info@zealplumbingandheating.com with any queries.
Emergency Problems with Underfloor Heating
Zeal's engineers are available 24/7 for all your emergency plumbing needs. From underfloor heating issues and leaking pipes to boiler breakdowns we’ve got you covered! Simply call or text: 07725 328 479 or the office: 01689 332519 and one of our experienced team will assist you in your needs