A M Bull Associates is fully experienced in installing, repairing and servicing under floor heating systems in homes.

A warm floor creates war air convection, which in turn heats the living space. Under floor heating is a very simple but effective way of providing a comfortably warm climate with an even distribution of heat. It has been used since Roman times as a way of centrally heating a building and has various aesthetic, energy efficient, health and heating cost benefits.

Where can under floor heating be used?

Many people opt to install under floor heating in a new extension or conservatory, and it is also commonly used in bathrooms. An under floor heating system can be combined with a standard central heating system so that some rooms have traditional wall mounted radiators and others have the heating under the floor.

How does under floor heating work?

Any type of gas fuelled boiler or heat pump can be used as the heat source for the system. Pipes are usually run underneath the floor surface and the heat from the water passing through the pipe transfers directly into the floor. The room is evenly heated because the whole floor is warm.

What are the benefits of under floor heating?

With heat emanating from the floor upwards, heat is evenly distributed and comfort levels are maximised. In comparison, the heat from wall mounted radiators is confined to a small area and rises upwards leaving the temperature at floor level much lower. A concentration of heat at head height is not always desirable.

Ease of use

Individual room control is a common feature of under floor heating systems so you can adjust temperature settings in each room of the house.

Visual and space benefits

Under floor heating allows you more usable space compared to other heating methods. Additionally, wet floors dry more quickly and décor is maintained due to lack of damp walls.

Energy efficiency and money saving

Under floor heating systems can give you 10-30% energy saving over traditional heating methods.

Health & hygiene: allergy reduction

Because under floor heating helps to keep moisture content levels low, dust mites can be reduced which can aid asthma sufferers and those with other breathing difficulties or allergies.