What is radiant floor heating?
Radiant floor heating is a comfortable and efficient form of heating where warm water circulates through flexible, specially designed tubing (PEX) installed under the floor. The heat radiates evenly up through the floor warming people and objects in the room and providing more comfort for less money.

What makes radiant floor heating so comfortable?
Unlike traditional heating systems that just warm the air, radiant heating warms the floor and the objects in contact with the floor. The entire floor distributes a consistent, even, and quiet heating. There are no drafts and radiant floor heating takes the chill out of cold tile, marble and wood floors.
 
How long has radiant floor heating been around?
PEX radiant floor systems have been around since 1970. However, the first radiant floor systems date back to the Roman times. Since the production of PEX tubing for radiant floor systems, over 5 billion feet of PEX tubing has been installed.
 
What is PEX tubing?
PEX (cross-linked polyethylene) tubing is specially designed plastic tubing with distinctive properties that make it ideal for radiant floor heating and plumbing systems. On-going product testing and monitoring, prove its dependability.
 
What if the tubing leaks?
Leaks are not a concern with PEX when the system is properly installed. With a life expectancy of over 100 years, PEX tubing has withstood the most extensive tests in the industry for over 30 years.

Can the floor get too hot?
No. A properly designed Radiant Floor Heating system will deliver comfortable warmth that's a pleasure to walk on - especially in bare feet!

We already have a concrete floor in the basement. Is it too late to install a radiant floor system?
Not at all. There are a couple of options, there are over-pour systems or track systems to install over existing concrete slabs that will enable you to have a radiant system installed at anytime!

Is it possible to just heat the ceramic floor in our master bath?
Absolutely. Radiant floors let you heat only those rooms you want to heat. The bathroom is a big priority for people who don't like to step onto cold tile.

We're not ready to make this investment right now. Can we rough the system in for the future?
You bet! A radiant rough-in option is perfect for you! The PEX tubing can be installed in the slab during construction and you can complete the system later. This adds relatively little to the cost of a poured floor, but can add a great deal to the value of your home later.
 
If I have radiant floor heating, can I still have air conditioning?
Sure you can. You will require a separate cooling system. Ductwork is placed only where it is need to cool your home in these cases. The result is comfort and efficiency all year 'round.

Do you offer a warranty?
Yes! There is a 25-year warranty on the tubing.

Is radiant floor heating more expensive than the alternatives?
Yes. It will cost more to install, however it's important to remember that radiant floor heating can save 20 to 40 percent on your heating bills and significantly increase the resale value of your home. That, plus the increased comfort, make it worth the extra dollars for initial installation.
 
We've got allergies. Can a radiant floor heating system help?
For many, this is a resounding "Yes!" radiant heat systems have no drafts, fans or blowers to circulate dust, dirt and other allergens throughout your home. Warm radiant floors can eliminate the need for carpeting which is a breeding ground for dust mites, a very common cause of allergic respiratory disease. The result is a clean, healthy environment -- a must for people with allergies.

What type of heat source do I use?
The type of heat source you use for your radiant floor system can vary from builder to builder. Heat sources may be electric mini boilers, gas, propane or electric residential boilers or gas water heaters.