All You Need to Know About the Hydronic Heating System

Winters can be freezing, and every homeowner wants to have comfortable and warm temperature interiors. There are several types of equipment like warm air blowers available in the market, but if you are looking to invest in a far more effective system that has a lesser impact on the environment, then hydronic heating systems are the best choice.

As evident from the name, this heating system uses steam or hot water, which passes through the tubes or pipes spread across the room, on the walls, and under the roof, thus creating a warm temperature inside the room. You can easily walk barefoot without feeling the chills. 

Key Benefits of Hydronic Heating System:

Hydronic Heating System

• It is a simple and easy way to heat the room effectively.
• It heats the room via the radiation of heatwaves, thus ensuring more efficient heating.
• It is an eco-friendly heating solution.
• Prevents dust deposition and subsequently also prevents any kind of allergic response that gets triggered because of the dust.
• Cost-effective and efficient heating system.
• Energy-efficient heating system.

Types of Hydronic Heating System 

• Baseboard- This system is also known as a hot water baseboard. The steel housing on the baseboard helps conceal it. The pipe is surrounded by metal fins. The hot water in the pipe heats the metal fins, which eventually radiate heat resulting in warming up the entire space. 

• Hydronic radiant floor- It uses finished flooring as a heat radiator. It has plastic tubing that sprawls beneath the finished flooring. When the hot water flows through these tubings, it heats up and radiates heat which in turn transfers it to the flooring thus heating the house. This type of heating can be installed under concrete flooring, tile, or wood. If you have carpet flooring, a hydronic radiant floor will be not a good option, as carpet doesn't conduct heat that effectively.

• Hydro-air heating- It requires ductworks and at least one air handler. The hot water is pumped into a heat exchanger, which is present in each air handler. This way, the air gets heated and is then circulated throughout the house. This one is a cost-effective solution and hence, is very popular amongst buyers.

In the last couple of sections, we saw the various types of hydronic systems of heating. If you are planning to buy one, then you must choose the best type. As a customer, there must be a few questions in your mind. The following sections answer a few of the common FAQs that we could find on the web.

Is the Hydronic Heat System Safe to Use?

Hydronic Heating System

This is a clean and efficient heating system and you can install one without any hassle. Since the tubing is either running under the flooring or has metal fins surrounding it, the chances of encountering burns are minimal. Also, there is no dust deposition, in this case, thus making the hydronic heaters safe to use. 

Is it Healthy?

This is a common question. In most heating systems, the warm air from the blower can trigger an allergic response. Besides, most of the heating system also disrupts the moisture in the air. But with a hydronic system, you don’t have to worry about anything since its functioning is complete different from the others and is highly safe and healthy. 

How Much Does it Cost to Install a Hydronic Heating System?

Hydronic heat systems along with radiators will cost between $1,100.00 – $1,400.00 per radiator. If you opt for hydronic slab heating, it will cost around $75.00 per sqm for a single pour.  

We hope that this informative piece will help you make the right decision and install a hydronic heating system. Make sure that you only hire a professional for the job.

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