When it comes to home heating, you might feel overwhelmed by the range of options available. Whether you’re researching the latest gadgets on the market, or trying to understand which solution will best suit your home and budget, we may be a little biased, but adding hydronic as a home heating option is definitely worthwhile.
Heating companies that offer hydronic heating and cooling systems are helping to revolutionise the way people think about energy efficiency when it comes to heating keeping homes warm in the winter and cool in the summer. With the rising energy prices, it’s becoming increasingly vital to find the most efficient home heating options available.
If you’re a property owner searching for a home heating system that’s:
- reliable
- cost-effective
- highly energy efficient
- able to provide consistent comfort
- improving air quality
- easy to maintain
- reducing environmental impact; then hydronic heating needs to be on your radar
What is hydronic heating?
Hydronic systems work by heating water, usually in a central boiler or heat pump, then circulating it through a sealed pipe network, to wall mounted or free standing radiators and underfloor heating systems. As the hot water flows through the system, it creates what is known as ‘radiant heat’. This is where objects and people within the room are warmed and retain the temperature for a lengthy period of time, creating consistent temperature throughout a space, as opposed to hot air being forced via fan power. This form of central heating has been popular in Europe for many decades, and is now gaining popularity in Australia.
How Hydronic home heating can keep your energy bills down
One of the biggest advantages of hydronic heating is the ability to reduce energy bills. Here’s how:
- Energy efficiency: Water has higher heat capacity than air, meaning it can store and transfer heat more efficiently. This leads to less energy required to maintain a comfortable temperature in your home.
- Zoning capabilities: You can zone your system to heat independent areas of your home, which means you avoid wasting energy heating areas that aren’t in use.
- Smart thermostats: Hydronic systems can be teamed with smart thermostats that allow you to control your heating remotely and set schedules. This ensures your heating is only on when and as needed, reducing energy consumption.
Environmental benefits of hydronic heating
Hydronic home heating systems are not only efficient but also environmentally friendly. They consume less energy compared to a mainstream heating unit, upward of 30% more efficient than ducted systems. This equates to a reduced carbon footprint and lower greenhouse emissions. The latest high-efficiency boilers can also be integrated with renewable energy sources, further enhancing the environmental benefits.
Heat pumps can be paired effectively with underfloor heating systems as they are fantastic at generating temperatures appropriate for all UFH applications. Heat Pumps score one of the highest energy efficiency ratings when it comes to home heating products (we’re talking 600%+ efficiency) as they generate more energy than they consume. You can boost their energy efficiency further by teaming them with solar panels, which can offset the cost of your electricity used to run the heat pump.
Why you need a heating and cooling specialist
Choosing the right home heating system is crucial for energy efficiency and the comfort of whoever lives in your home. An experienced home heating and cooling specialist can work with you to ensure the best system is selected to meet your needs. Whether you’re installing a new system or upgrading an existing one, experts can provide personalised recommendations on the latest solutions to work with the layout and location of your home.
Professional heating and cooling installation is key to maximising the performance and longevity of whichever home heating system you choose. When it’s installed properly, you’ll be more likely to avoid future issues and benefit from increased efficiency. This is certainly the case with hydronic heating system installation. Contact the team at Hunt Heating to discuss how hydronic heating could be integrated into your home.
