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Underfloor Heating – will it raise my floor level?

 Deciding to install Underfloor Heating will no doubt lead to lots of questions, so getting the right answers before you start is imperative. The question of underfloor heating floor level arises often when we are dealing with customer enquiries, so let’s begin.

You might have heard that the installation of Underfloor Heating can mean that you may need to raise the level of your floors by a few inches and this can often be the point where you might start to think that it no longer sounds like a bright idea. 

One of the biggest advantages of electric underfloor heating is its minimal impact on floor height. Unlike some water-based systems, electric heating mats or wires are typically just a few millimeters thick. This allows for installation under existing flooring, without the need for significant renovations.

Important Note: While electric underfloor heating can be a great primary heating source for smaller rooms, larger spaces might require additional heating sources. Always conduct a heat loss calculation to determine the ideal system for your home.

5 Reasons to install Electric Underfloor Heating – read more

Water-based underfloor heating systems use flexible pipes that are typically installed within a concrete screed for even heat distribution. However, modern systems often offer low-profile options that allow installation without pouring concrete, making them suitable for existing floors.

5 Reasons to install Water Underfloor Heating – read more

Retrofitting is where an Underfloor Heating system is installed into an existing property and generally most issues can be resolved quite easily by your installation team. However, when installing a wet underfloor heating system, the floor level will often require to be raised by a few inches for a few reasons:

  • The floor space needs to be properly prepared and insulated
  • There needs to be enough space for the piping
  • Screed needs to be laid to protect the pipes when the system is in use.

In a new build, the above is not an issue as the floor height can be sorted out or changed during the construction phase – therefore in an existing property, changes may require to be made to the levels of the interior doors.

Ultimately, you are only looking at the floor levels being raised by a few inches – an issue that the installation team should be able to handle.

Both wet (water-based) and electric underfloor heating systems require proper insulation to prevent heat loss and ensure efficient performance.

Floor Height Considerations:

  • Wet Systems: Typically installed during construction, wet systems often involve pouring a screed layer, which can slightly increase floor height.
  • Electric Systems: Ideal for retrofitting, electric systems have a minimal impact on floor height, making them suitable for rooms with low ceilings.

Careful planning and consideration of your home’s structure are essential when choosing between wet and electric underfloor heating systems, so give us a call on 0141 459 3141 to go over your requirements.

When deciding on Underfloor Heating for your home, you want to ensure that you receive expert advice from professionals like VPS – we can help with insight and advice into the design process. Plus we can recommend on how to best integrate your system with the different range of smart controls available.

VPS Underfloor Heating are able to answer any question you might have in regards your upcoming project or installation and stock a range of top-quality underfloor heating products from some of the most recognised names in the business including: Grundfos, Taconova, Heatmiser, ProWarm, ESBE and Salus Controls.

Give us a call on 0141 459 3141 to talk to one of the team or take a look at our Underfloor heating design and quotation service – to get a detailed cost of your underfloor heating project. Our team of design experts are on hand to create your underfloor heating quotation. In just 24 hours we provide you with a detailed quotation, material estimate, and further details about our products and your new system.

 

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