We all know the Southwest is dry, and no dryer than in the winter – here, even the snow seems dry. While a forced air heating system might be desirable in say, rain-soaked Seattle, hot air blowing through your home is the last thing you want in New Mexico – especially during allergy season. In-floor radiant heat circulates hot water across a grid of pipes under your floors, throughout your house. We know heat rises. Many older homes here were re-fitted with roof-based forced air systems that more or less heat your ceilings, while running up gigantic heating bills. Hot-water baseboards or radiators address the issue if it’s impossible to install under flooring. However, in-floor installation creates even distribution of heat – and the most spectacular effect? It’s the sensation of walking across your floor in bare feet on the coldest night.
- Super-efficient with No heat loss in loose duct work or piping. The piping itself generates the heat. New boilers are designed for maximum efficiency
- Better indoor quality due to there not being a forced air system makes it perfect for people with allergies
- Works with flexible energy sources: Radiant heat can be powered by natural gas, oil-fueled, wood-fired boilers, solar thermal water – ideal for off-grid homes
- Even coverage: No hot spots, cold spots, or rooms to shut off during the winter