Why Underfloor Heating Is Perfect For New Build Properties
There are many reasons why installing underfloor heating in a new build could make a lot of sense. Underfloor heating provides continuous and constant warmth throughout the home at relatively low temperatures compared to radiator-based heating systems. As such, it’s ideally suited to modern new-build homes. Here are seven ways that underfloor heating is perfect for a new build, and how they improve your comfort, energy efficiency and property value.
It’s The Best Time To Fit Underfloor Heating Into Your Property
New build projects are the ideal time to install an underfloor heating system, as it stops you from having to undergo the disruptive and expensive work needed to retrofit in an old property. If you factor it into your design process, fitting is quick, easy and cost-effective, and minimises disruption.
Underfloor Heating Is Highly Energy Efficient
Energy efficiency is now paramount to all new-build homes, and underfloor heating is a great contributor to helping your home become as efficient as it possibly can be. Radiator-based systems generally use water at between 65°c-80°c, whilst underfloor heating systems can supply warm water at significantly lower temperatures, creating a far greater level of efficiency in terms of achieving warm and comfortable spaces by using less energy.
It’s An Ideal Companion For Heat Pump Systems
As heat pumps continue to rise in popularity as a source of heating used in modern homes, underfloor heating has proven to be an excellent complementary system. Heat pumps run using low-temperature water, and since underfloor heating is designed to function at these low temperatures, combining both systems produces an exceptionally efficient form of heating. This leads to improved overall system performance and reduced energy consumption.
Consistent Warmth Throughout The House
A further major difference between underfloor heating and radiator-based systems is the way that each system heats a space. Radiator-based systems heat the surrounding air, and consequently can produce ‘hot’ and ‘cold’ zones within a single room. Underfloor heating supplies gentle radiant warmth across the full area of the room, producing a uniform warmth throughout the room.
Increased Flexibility When Planning Rooms
Radiator-based systems can restrict where furniture can be placed in a room due to the requirement to position radiators to ensure adequate coverage. With underfloor heating, you are free to arrange furniture anywhere within a room without needing to consider radiator positions.
Low Maintenance And High Reliability Over Time
One of the main reasons that we recommend underfloor heating for new builds is that it’s built to last and requires virtually no maintenance after being initially installed. With underfloor heating, you simply forget about the heating system and let it continue to silently perform its duties for years on end. It’s a reliable long-term investment for your new build property.
Increases The Value Of Your Home
Home buyers today place increasing importance on energy efficiency when purchasing a property. Given that underfloor heating is an advanced heating system that is compatible with other efficient heating technologies and will save you money on your utility bills, it will also increase the attractiveness of your home to potential buyers and contribute positively to its long-term value.
If you’re looking to install a new build heating system, such as underfloor heating, then why not get in touch with the team at Pipelife Eco? Our highly qualified and experienced team will be more than happy to provide you with our complete one-stop-shop service package for all of your home heating needs.