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UNDERFLOOR HEATING INSTALLERS

As well as central heating we can also fit assist with underfloor heating in Derby if this is something you're want to consider. Typically this is looked at as part of a major refurbishment project and / or extension which is often enlarging the kitchen area.

There are two main types of underfloor heating - Electric and Wet. Wet refers to the system that runs from your existing boiler and therefore it is hot water that runs through the pipes which are fitted under your floor - which is why it is referred to as Wet or Hydronic underfloor heating. This is the area we specialise in as electric underfloor heating comes under the remit of an electrician. For larger areas of underfloor heating a wet system will be much more efficient that electric, which is best suited for a single room such as a bathroom where it can be set to come on for shorter periods of time. For a small bathroom electric wires are run along the base layer of your floor before the top layer is added - most often floor tiles in a bathroom. It is cheaper to install than wet underfloor heating but the running coats are much higher so the numbers only stack up for electric for small areas.

  • Derbyshire Plumbing & Heating Specialists installing wet underfloor heating in Derby

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UNDERFLOOR HEATING INSTALLERS NEAR ME

If you live in Derby or further afield in Derbyshire we got your area covered. So if you are looking for a underfloor heating installers near me, we're ideal!

WET UNDERFLOOR HEATING DERBY

Wet underfloor heating is a popular choice for heating homes efficiently and effectively across Derby. This heating system works by circulating warm water through pipes that are laid underneath the floor. The heat from the water then radiates upwards, warming the room evenly from the ground up. This method of heating is highly efficient and can help to reduce energy costs compared to traditional heating systems. This is because once the floor has been warmed up it retains the heat - similar in principle to a storage heater.

Installing wet underfloor heating involves several steps. The first step is to assess the space where the heating will be installed. This includes measuring the area, checking the floor type, and ensuring there are no obstructions that could prevent the pipes from being laid properly. Once the space has been assessed, the next step is to install the insulation layer. This layer helps to prevent heat loss and ensures the heat is directed upwards into the room.

After the insulation layer is in place, the next step is to lay the pipes for the heating system. These pipes are typically made of a durable material such as PEX or PEX-AL-PEX and are designed to withstand the pressure of being buried underneath the floor. The pipes are laid in a series of loops, with spacing determined by the specific requirements of the heating system. Once the pipes are laid, they are connected to a manifold, which controls the flow of water through the system.

Once the pipes are connected to the manifold, the next step is to fill the system with water and test for leaks. It is important to ensure there are no leaks in the system before proceeding with the installation of the flooring. Once the system has been tested and confirmed to be leak-free, the final step is to install the flooring. There are several flooring options that are suitable for use with wet underfloor heating, including tile, stone, and laminate. These flooring options are ideal as they allow the heat to radiate freely through the floor, providing efficient heating for the room, with tile and stone being the best.

WET UNDERFLOOR HEATING INSTALLERS  NEAR ME

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There are many benefits to installing wet underfloor heating in a home. One of the main benefits is the even distribution of heat throughout the room. Unlike traditional radiators, which can create hot and cold spots, underfloor heating provides consistent warmth from the ground up. This can help to create a comfortable living environment and reduce the need for additional heating sources, which in turn provides extra space. This is why it is such a popular choice as part of a kitchen extension. Without radiators taking up wall space addition storage options become available.

Another benefit of wet underfloor heating is its energy efficiency. Because the heat is distributed evenly throughout the room, it can heat the space more effectively than traditional heating systems. This can help to reduce energy costs and save money on heating bills over time.

UNDERFLOOR HEATING SPECIALIST

If you live in or around Derby and are looking for an underfloor heating specialist for both wet and electric underfloor heating simply get in touch!

ELECTRIC UNDERFLOOR HEATING DERBY

If you are looking for electric underfloor heating for a single room it is easy to set this up to be controlled remotely. Many systems come with programmable thermostats that allow you to set specific temperature levels and schedules, ensuring optimal comfort and energy savings. Some advanced systems even have smart home capabilities, allowing you to control this one room heating system from their smartphones or other devices.

Electric underfloor heating is discreet and does not take up floor height space compared to wet underfloor heating as thin wires rather than pipes provide the heat so can be blended in a single upstairs bathroom very easily.

MOST COMMON UNDERFLOOR HEATING QUESTIONS:

  • Can you install both wet and electric underfloor heating?

    Yes - within Derbyshire Specialists Group we can cover the installation of both types of underfloor heating.

  • Why choose Derbyshire Plumbing & Heating to install my underfloor heating?

    We can offer both so we can provide impartial advice on the best solution for you, rather than trying to persued you do go down one partricular option if we could only offer one.

    In actual fact if you are newocating a home or doing a self build it is not uncommon for the downstair floor to have wet underfloor heating throughout and just the upstairs bathrooms to have electric underfloor heating.

  • Which underfloor heating system is best?

    Best will depend on your budget, the size of your room and what floor surface ideally you would want. Our team can discuss the finer details but as a general rule of thumb: for a single room such as a bathroom or wet room - electric underfloor heating is cheaper to install. If you are looking at underfloor heating for a whole floor say constructing a self-build house, then based on current heating costs, a wet system running off your boiler would be cheaper to run longer-term. 

  • Can you fit underfloor heating under vinyl or laminate flooring?

    Yes - laminate flooring is also quite a good option for underfloor heating. Heat efficiency decreases as the thickness of a laminate floor increases so to have effective underfloor heating through a laminate floor you should aim for laminates less than 18mm in thickness. The same principle would apply to wood flooring too.

    If you definitely want underfloor heating but perhaps need to shave costs elsewhere, a vinyl floor or luxury vinyl tiles (LVT) in a bathroom is a great option.

  • Can underfloor heating problems be fixed easily?

    Depending on what the issue is will depend on what can be fixed. As a general rule if the installation of either wet or electric underfloor heating has been tested before, during and after installation and fitted properly the pipe or cable will be protected by surrounding layers - it is unlikely to get damaged in normal use and should therefore be reliable for many years. The most likely issue will be a fault in the thermostat. If that is the case a simple thermostat replacement will get you back up and running again.

  • Is underfloor heating expensive to run?

    If set up properly underfloor heating can be more efficient than traditional central heating although not by much. Under tiled or stone floors on the tiles have been heated they retain the heat and work in a similar principle to storage heaters meaning that the floor will stay warm and give off heat even without electricity running through it. 

  • Why specify underfloor heating?

    One of the main advantages of underfloor heating is the space-saving it provides and the even heating within a room. 

    Whilst modern radiators have come a long way over the years in terms of design and efficiency they still can be seen as an eyesore. As a result, sometimes sofas or other items will be placed in front of them which then results in a poorer circulation of heat. 

    Underfloor heating can be laid across the whole floor, even across irregular shaped rooms to ensure even heating throughout

UNDERFLOOR HEATING DERBYSHIRE

At Derbyshire Plumbing & Heating Specialists, we are committed to providing superior underfloor heating in Derby and the surrounding areas of Derbyshire. With our experienced team of gas safe engineers, or electrician for electrical underfloor heating,  we can provide a complete service including floor levelling and installing the final top flooring layer. We aim to exceed your expectations and create a home or business heated efficiently and economically allowing you to control your thermal environment as easily and cost efficiently as possible. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation to assess your heating requirements.

Derbyshire Plumbing & Heating Specialists provide underfloor heating in:

Belper, Ilkeston, Heanor, Ashbourne, Ripley, Borrowash, Castle Donington, Melbourne, Alfreton, Sommercotes, South Normanton, Allestree, Quarndon,