It’s important to consider the environmental and financial impacts of heating design in renovation or construction projects. Careful planning can ensure that homeowners are able to minimise their energy use and still maintain their comfort.
Insulation offers many benefits, including decreasing thermal loss. Any heating system installed will operate more effectively if heat loss is minimised.
Passive solar options are also effective ways to conserve energy. These methods can include installing windows on north facing walls, using a slab in sunny rooms to store the heat of the day for the chill of the evening, and strategically placing shutters or blinds.
Sustainable heating systems such as hydronic floor heating systems make the most of energy sources, such as natural gas and electricity, while managing energy use due to heating from the floor up rather than heating the ceiling. Electric floor heating systems can also provide cost-effective and energy-efficient options. Comfort Heat Australia has experienced and qualified designers with access to both electric and hydronic floor heating products.
Floor heating systems from Comfort Heat use thermostats with floor sensors to reduce energy wasted in overheating the floor. The warmth produced by floor heating systems keeps rooms at a comfortable heat with no hot spots. Any additional radiant heat sources being used for the coldest days will operate more efficiently.