North Leeds Plumbing & Heating – Home Improvement and DIY Advice

Underfloor heating is generally safe when installed properly, so if you have never used it before then you need to make sure you take the right steps to making your floor as safe as possible. One of the main benefits of underfloor heating is that the system does not need to be hot to warm up the floor, so once installed properly you will have no worries about overheating.

Using thicker cables can reduce the risk of any damage or overheating. You may prefer to use thin cables if you do not wish to raise your floor level, but thicker cables are much safer and will also allow your underfloor heating system to be maintenance free, meaning that it will last for years.

Underfloor heating systems come with installation instructions, but you will need to help of an experienced electrician to be able to make the proper connections. If you have problems with the installation instructions given, then be sure to seek advice before continuing to make sure that you install the system properly, otherwise there is a risk of your system being unsafe.

Certain types of underfloor heating may not suit a particular floor. Laminated floors need a system that will allow the temperature to remain at a certain level. A thermostat can be used to control the temperature. Electric underfloor heating may be more suited to concrete floors or other solid floors as it heats it up more slowly. This reduces overheating and will also allow you to save money.