More and more people are choosing hydronic heating and cooling for their new homes. Recently there has been significant growth in the field as well as many technological innovations. You can now purchase many different components for your system including water tubing which resists corrosion, energy efficient boilers, decorative radiators, and advanced control systems.
When installed in new homes you can create an almost unlimited number of heat zones. Not only do hydronic systems heat your home but they can cool it as well. If you live near a cool river or lake you can
submerge a loop of tubing into the water to help cool your home. The heating and cooling system of your home is one of the most complicated parts of your home. They are set up to create an environment in your home which is different than that outdoors. A system which is not put in correctly will not do what you need and waste a lot of energy.
New hydronic heating and cooling systems just keeping getting more complex. This makes it essential that you hire a skilled installer. You can select from a variety of different hydronic heating and cooling systems. Hydronic heating is not just for new construction. One use of hydronic heating is to install an electric mat or electric cables under the floor tiles if you are remodeling your bathroom. You may also want to consider adding a hydronic system to your new screened in porch if you have a concrete floor.
For a small system you can often use a water heater instead of installing a boiler. There are also systems that can work along with your existing heating system. There are many great places to learn more about heating or cooling your home with a hydronic system. Many product manufacturers have websites where you can get lots of information about their products. There are also magazines devoted to hydronic heating and cooling and the Radiant Panel Association is happy to provide you with information packages.





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