More homeowners opt for radiant heating as a more effective and efficient way to heat their homes. Central Heating is Barrie’s one-stop heating and cooling solution with over a decade’s worth of experience.
We’re committed to designing custom solutions for our customers instead of a one-size-fits-all approach. Plus, we work with some of the industry’s leading brands, including Rheem, Navien, Mits, Astria, Lennox, Iron Strike, and IBC.
If you love the idea of a wood fireplace but not the hassle and expense, our gas fireplaces are a perfect alternative.
Benefits of Radiant Heat
Radiant heating is one of the oldest forms of heating, having been used thousands of years ago by the Romans.
While the technology has changed, the principle behind radiant heating is the same, and many homeowners are opting to install these systems because of the benefits they provide over traditional forced-air heaters.
Increased Comfort
Radiant heat provides a more comfortable and efficient heat than forced air systems because there’s less heat loss from the room than conventional heaters.
It’s Unobtrusive
Most homeowners are used to seeing hulking radiators sitting in the corner or ugly baseboard heaters running along the walls. Because the radiant heat system lies under the floor, you never see it, and you don’t have to deal with those obstructions making decorating and carpeting your home a challenge.
Better Efficiency
As mentioned, you lose a lot of heat when using forced air systems. When your furnace kicks on, it blasts heat into the room until it reaches the desired temperature and shuts off. Once the heat dissipates, the heater kicks on again, and the process repeats throughout the day.
This cycling uses up significant energy, making your utility bills skyrocket during cold weather months. Radiant heat provides a steady heat that lasts, which saves energy.
To find out if a radiant heat system is right for you, contact us for a no-obligation consultation.
Is Underfloor Heating Installation Possible in an Existing Home?
There are numerous benefits to having underfloor heating, such as more even and comfortable heat and greater efficiency. However, many people think these heating systems must be installed during home construction, but this isn’t always the case.
There are many retrofit options for installing underfloor heating into existing homes. But, there are some caveats to consider if you choose to go down this route.
Underfloor heating systems work best with tile and stone because those materials have high thermal conductivity, which means the heat quickly transfers from the floor’s surface to the room. Also, tile and stone retain heat, making the system more efficient.
Also, consider that retrofitting an existing home with underfloor heating requires raising the floor several inches to install the system.
Lastly, depending on the type of underfloor heating product, you may not be able to install the system on upstairs floors because most products require a solid base on which to sit.
If you’re interested in retrofitting your home with a radiant underfloor heating system, call Central Heating today to book an appointment.
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Central Heating is Your Full-Service Heating Contractor in Barrie
Central Heating is Barrie’s one-stop solution for residential and commercial heating and HVAC services. From design to installation, retrofits, or upgrading old systems, you can count on.
We believe that our customers deserve to know exactly what needs to be done, why we’re doing it, and what it will cost upfront with no surprises, and we guarantee our work 100%.
We specialize in heating and cooling solutions and have served thousands of customers throughout Barrie, Simcoe County, and the Muskoka District Municipality.
