Water underfloor heating is a cost-effective way to heat your home or commercial building.
Water underfloor heating
When choosing between a dry (electric) underfloor heating system and water underfloor heating system (connected to a boiler or other heat source), a water system is usually found to be more effective in larger spaces due to the range of cost and efficiency benefits it provides.
Benefits of water underfloor heating systems
The benefits of water underfloor heating systems include:
- Reduced energy consumption
Water underfloor heating systems operate at lower temperatures than traditional radiators. Wet UFH systems heat water to around 35°C to 55°C whereas radiators need to reach 65°C to 75°C to generate the same level of warmth.
- Lower energy bills
At a time when energy costs are spiralling out of control, wet underfloor heating systems offer the huge advantage of being cheaper to run than traditional radiators due to the lower operating temperatures.
- Compatibility with renewable technologies
Water underfloor heating systems can be paired with renewable heat technologies such as ground or air source heat pumps, reducing energy consumption and running costs even further.
- Even heat distribution
While radiators produce hot and cold spots depending on their location within a room, water underfloor heating systems cover the entire floor area so produce an even distribution of heat for added comfort.
- Space saving for versatile interior design
Underfloor heating systems are hidden away so don’t take up any space in a room. This not only allows for greater creativity with interior design; the absence of radiators also improves the overall aesthetic of the room.
What to look for in a water underfloor heating system
When choosing a water underfloor heating system, there are various factors to consider regarding the space and the system.
- Screed wet underfloor heating systems are ideal for projects in which a concrete screed is to be laid, such as new builds or extensions. They require an available depth of around 200mm.
- Low profile underfloor heating systems are constructed of a board and pipe layout that only requires 18mm of depth and no additional levelling compound.
- Suspended wet underfloor heating systems can be laid on a solid concrete floor without screed or a dampproof membrane (DPM). As such they are ideal for basements, ground floors or upper floors with joists.
How much does a water underfloor heating system cost?
The cost of a water underfloor heating system will depend on the size, layout and location of the room for which it is being installed.
To install, a water underfloor heating system is more expensive than its dry (electric) underfloor heating system counterpart, but it is significantly cheaper to run. A water underfloor heating system is also cheaper to run than traditional radiators due to the lower operating temperatures.
Clockwork UFH – underfloor heating specialists
Clockwork UFH heating specialists have decades of industry experience. We collaborate with other contractors to design and install underfloor heating systems that provide the ultimate in comfort and cost efficiencies. For more information about Clockwork Underfloor Heating services, get in touch.
FAQs
What maintenance does a water underfloor heating system need?
Very little. If it is given an annual service there shouldn’t be any further maintenance required. The continuous network of pipes means that a leak is highly unlikely, and there is no issue with limescale because of the low operating temperatures, even if you have hard water.
Can a water underfloor heating system be installed on an upper floor of a property?
Yes. Underfloor heating is not restricted to ground floors.
Can I connect an underfloor heating system to my existing central heating system?
Yes. Water UFH systems can be connected to gas, oil or LPG boilers, as well as air or ground source heat pumps or biomass boilers.
Clockwork UFH – underfloor heating specialists
Speak to Clockwork UFH about a wet underfloor heating system for your property or build project.
Plan, Insulate, Heat and Screed
Our 4 Step Process
1
Planning & design
2
Lay insulation
3
Install underfloor heating
4
Pour liquid floor screed
PROJECT FOCUS
High end Residential, Manchester
We planned and installed an underfloor heating system into a contemporary home in Manchester. Not only that, we finished the installation with a smooth, even and high quality liquid floor screed.
Our team worked with the end user’s architect, ensuring the home benefitted with a visually striking but also inherently comfortable and environmentally conscious heating solution.
The client now enjoys an enhanced living experience, reduced energy bills, and an aesthetically uncompromised living space that flows through the whole house.
See What Our
Customers Say
“From our initial consultations to the flawless installation, Clockwork’s team demonstrated not just technical prowess, but a nuanced understanding of architectural essentials.
Their underfloor heating system effortlessly merged into our designs, preserving every ounce of spatial aesthetics while embedding an unperceivable, yet palpably comforting warmth throughout the residence.
In Clockwork, I found more than a solution provider; I discovered collaborators who understand, respect, and enhance the architectural journey. Their integrative approach, precision, and unyielding commitment to quality have made them my go-to partners for all underfloor heating needs.”
D. Smith
Architect, Cheshire
Why work with us
For your Underfloor Heating Project?
Expertise in underfloor heating: Specialists in underfloor heating installation for residential and commercial needs.
Unique advantages: Providing distinct benefits over traditional heating methods to both homeowners and businesses.
One-stop solution: Offering a comprehensive four-step process (Plan, Insulate, Heat, & Screed) for a streamlined underfloor heating solution.
Collaborative approach: In partnership with our sister company, Clockwork Screed, ensuring a unified solution for insulation, underfloor heating, and screeding.
Simplified project management: Eliminating the complexity of dealing with multiple suppliers, facilitating a smoother and hassle-free project execution for architects, contractors, and homeowners.
