Underfloor heating has become hugely popular in recent years. The thought of stepping straight out of bed onto a warm floor isn’t the only reason why so many people opt for this solution. So what are the main advantages of underfloor heating? Does it actually have any drawbacks? How much does underfloor heating cost, and who should you hire to install it?
The benefits of underfloor heating
Some of the differences between radiator heating and underfloor heating are plain to see. However, there are also some that are invisible, yet play a vital role in enhancing comfort in a heated room.
The main advantages of underfloor heating include:
- energy saving,
- maintaining an optimal level of humidity,
- even distribution of heat throughout the heated rooms,
- no airborne dust (ideal for allergy sufferers),
- concealing the heating system / creating space under the window.
Disadvantages of underfloor heating
The fact that the entire system can be concealed beneath the floor can be not only an advantage of this type of heating, but also a disadvantage. When a fault occurs, it will be necessary to gain access to the damaged section of the system. This, in turn, makes it necessary to chipp away at the floor.
When installing underfloor heating, we must also ensure that the rooms are properly fitted out. Heavy furniture must not be placed where the heating pipes are located. Another drawback for many is the need to stick to specific types of flooring and do without carpets. It is therefore worth finding out which panels to choose for underfloor heating.
Underfloor heating or radiators?
Ultimately, each of us must decide for ourselves which type of heating system to choose. As a company specialising in the installation of both systems, we can highlight the advantages of both radiator heating and underfloor heating. Much greater importance than choosing a solution has for us the actual installation of the heating system. We know full well how a poorly installed heating system can make life difficult for the household. The CITO Serwis team therefore consists of staff with the relevant qualifications and experience.
The cost of underfloor heating
The cost of installing underfloor heating is significantly higher than that of installing radiator heating (by around 40%), which many people see as another major drawback. It is worth bearing in mind, however, that underfloor heating allows you to lower the air temperature in the room where it has been installed. Over the course of the year, we will therefore see greater savings in energy consumption. Investing in underfloor heating instead of radiator heating could therefore quickly pay itself back to us.
If you are considering installing underfloor heating, please feel free to get in touch. We will answer all all your questions and we will try to help you make a decision, by presenting the facts regarding this type of heating system. No doubt a question is also forming in your mind, which is: how much does underfloor heating cost? Based on a15> the information provided by you we will provide a preliminary quote.