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Hydronic In-Floor Heating Services In Airdrie - Calgary
Efficient, Comfortable Heating for Your Home, Garage, Workshops & More
Tired of uneven temperatures and cold floors during Alberta’s long winters? Hydronic in-floor heating provides consistent warmth throughout your home while improving energy efficiency. Our team specializes in designing, installing, and maintaining custom hydronic radiant heating systems for homes in Calgary, Airdrie, and nearby areas.
We will assess your home’s layout and heating needs, recommend the best system, and install it with precision to ensure maximum comfort and efficiency. Hydronic heating keeps your floors cozy, reduces reliance on traditional forced-air systems, and can even lower your energy costs over time.
Essential Components of All Hydronic Heating Systems
Key Elements of Efficient Hydronic Slab & In-floor Heating Systems
All Heating systems are composed of three essential parts: a heat source, a heat distribution system, and a control system; and every hydronic heating system will require the following devices to heat a home:
- Boiler System: Heats the liquid circulating through the system.
- Heat Conductor: Typically water or a water-glycol mix for efficient heat transfer.
- Manifold: Controls water flow and temperature to various zones.
- PEX Tubing: Flexible piping that distributes heated liquid throughout the system.
- Heat Exchangers: Components like baseboard heaters or in-floor systems that transfer heat to the room.
- Pump: Maintains consistent circulation of the heated liquid.
Trusted Hydronic Heating Installations in Calgary & Airdrie
Enjoy Consistent, Evenly Heated Floors with Our Radiant Floor Systems
Similar to slab heating that has tubing encased in a concrete slab, hydronic in-floor radiant heating systems use a boiler to pump heated water through a network of pipes located with the floor joist space to heat the floor surface.
You can get a good idea of the quality of a radiant floor install by how equally spaced out each pex tube is laid out. When radiant floor heating is correctly installed there will not be any cold spots or hot spots in the room – the heat will be consistent. However, if done incorrectly you end up with cold spots in the room, warped flooring where too much heat is being released, and various other issues.
The cost of a hydronic radiant flooring system can typically be about 50% more than a forced air system. Although it is costly, the benefits are great and will save you more money every year for the life of your home.
Slab Heating Installation for Basements, Garages & More
Reliable Radiant Heating Built Directly Into Your Concrete Floors
Slab heating is one of the most popular forms of hydronic radiant heating, especially for basements, garages, and workshops. The system works by embedding tubing in a concrete slab, which circulates warm water from a boiler. The concrete acts as a thermal mass, radiating even, comfortable heat upward through the floor.
Advantages of Slab Heating:
- Consistent heat without drafts or noisy fans
- No air movement, so no allergens or dust are spread around
- More energy-efficient than forced-air heating for the same comfort level
- Water conducts heat better than air, which means faster and more efficient warming
Our experienced team specializes in slab heating installation in Calgary and Airdrie, working closely with homeowners, builders, and contractors. Whether you’re finishing a basement, building a new home, or adding heat to a garage or shop, slab radiant heating is a durable, efficient, and cost-effective way to stay warm from the ground up.
Interested in slab or radiant in-floor heating? Get in touch with our Calgary and Airdrie hydronic heating experts today.
Customize Temperature Settings Room To Room
Radiant Heating Zoning Options
One of the reasons people like radiant heating so much, is because heat can be adjusted differently for individual rooms, otherwise known as “zoning", to the temperature that you want in each individual area with a programmable thermostat.
Not only does this allow you to have the ability to customize your comfort room-by-room, but it also converts into significant energy savings and costs. Most forced air heating systems only have a single thermostat that sets the temperature the same for every room because they are inherently expensive and difficult to zone.
Understanding Hydronic In-Floor Home Heating Systems
How Hydronic In-Floor Heating Works In Your Home
Hydronic heating systems circulate heated liquids, typically water or glycol, through PEX tubing installed within floor joists. This method ensures even heat distribution across floor surfaces.
A boiler heats the liquid, which then flows into a manifold system connected to thermostats, allowing precise temperature control across different zones in your home. Pumps maintain consistent circulation, ensuring efficient heating through conduction and radiation.
Hydronic underfloor heating systems are energy-efficient, providing comfort at lower temperatures compared to forced-air systems, leading to reduced monthly heating costs.
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How We Install In-Floor Heating
Frequently Asked Questions About Hydronic In-Floor Heating
What is Hydronic In-floor Heating?
Hydronic in-floor heating is a system that uses flexible piping beneath your floors to circulate warm water, creating even, draft-free heat throughout your home. Homeowners in Airdrie and Calgary choose this option because it provides superior comfort compared to traditional forced air systems, while also reducing dust circulation.
How Energy-Efficient is it Compared To Forced Air?
Hydronic in-floor heating is more energy-efficient than most forced air systems. It delivers consistent warmth at lower water temperatures, helping reduce energy bills over time. Because there’s no ductwork, you also avoid heat loss and drafts. Many homeowners in Calgary and Airdrie find that hydronic systems provide better efficiency and comfort throughout the winter.
What Types of Flooring Are Compatible?
Hydronic heating works with a wide variety of flooring types, including tile, stone, engineered hardwood, laminate, and even carpet with the right underlay. Tile and stone are the most efficient for heat transfer, but our Airdrie and Calgary installation team can ensure compatibility with most modern flooring choices.
How Long Do Hydronic Heating Systems Last?
With proper installation and maintenance, radiant floor heating systems can last over 30 years. Boilers typically have a lifespan of 15–20 years.
How Long Does Installation Take?
The timeline for hydronic heating installation depends on the size of the project and whether it’s new construction or a retrofit. In new homes, we typically complete the in-floor heating system during the building phase in just a few days. For existing homes in Airdrie or Calgary, retrofitting may take longer, especially if flooring needs to be removed and replaced.
What Type of Boiler Works Best with Radiant Floor Heating?
High-efficiency condensing boilers are commonly used. We’ll help you choose the right size and model for your specific home and radiant system.