Underfloor Heating Installation

Water or Electric Underfloor Heating?

First, you need to decide whether you want to install electric underfloor heating or water-based (hydronic) underfloor heating. The efficiency of both systems is almost identical, but the cost differs.

If you have decided to install underfloor heating in a bathroom or equip another small-area room, the optimal solution is an electric heating cable, as its installation is much simpler and the material cost is also lower. Cable installation does not require drilling deep channels as needed for water heating. Electric underfloor heating will also not consume much electricity when we are talking about bathrooms.

In large rooms such as living rooms, bedrooms, or dining rooms, it is better to install water-based underfloor heating. Although the required material costs somewhat more and installation requires greater skills, using such a system will prove many times cheaper compared to electric underfloor heating. Unfortunately, the consequences of pipe damage are much more serious, and their repair is generally more expensive.

Underfloor Heating Costs in Wooden and Stone Structures

Water heated in pipes retains warmth for some time and does not require constant electricity consumption. Therefore, the cost of water heating is significantly lower compared to electric. If natural gas is used as the energy source, your costs become minimal.

Regarding underfloor heating on wooden floors, there is no single solution. It all depends on whether you are prepared for significant financial and time costs during installation so that future use of the heating system proves more affordable, or whether you prefer simpler and cheaper installation with significant electricity costs in the future.

Installing water-based underfloor heating in apartment buildings requires obtaining the appropriate permit and paying a state fee, which is not necessary if you have chosen electric underfloor heating.

Torudeabi is ready to offer you a comprehensive heating system solution according to your budget. Contact us and our service manager will offer you the optimal solution and calculate its approximate cost.

What's Included

• Electric and water-based underfloor heating installation
• Compatible with tile, wood, and laminate
• Even heat distribution without dust
• Energy consumption calculations included
• Solutions tailored to your budget
• Full warranty on installation

Frequently asked questions