Family Home, Denbighshire
Existing heating solution was inefficient to run and posed a risk to children To overcome this issue, Uponor specified a retrofit solutionMinitec Underfloor Heating and Smatrix controls for regulating the temperature in the house Overall, this solution contributed towards the homeowner saving up to ÂŁ900 a year
Family Home, Denbighshire Synopsis The home in question was originally built in 2007 and featured a mains gas ‘combi’ boiler, which provided two functions: heating via radiator connections and instant hot water. Over time, this heating solution became difficult to regulate and was consequently expensive to run. The radiators also posed a threat to infants, with temperatures reaching up 80 degrees. In light of all of the issues above, the client requested a sustainable heating option that could warm the house to a comfortable temperature 24/7. Uponor’s Involvement After working with the installer (Hafod Renewables) and conducting regular consultation sessions with the client, Uponor created a bespoke retrofit underfloor heating solution (Minitec) for the ground floor. This was coupled with a low temperature air source heat pump to improve efficiency. One of the main challenges identified before the installation was the fact that the concrete floor could not be dug up as it would disturb the foundations and compromise the NHBC warranty. Through specifying Uponor Minitec, Hafod Renewables could install the system as an overlay which encompassed a special low depth liquid screed. Overall, this only led to a small increase in the floor height (18mm) and the skirting boards were not touched during installation. What’s more, the underfloor heating now runs at 30-35 degrees- a significant reduction! To further assist the client with regulating the temperature within the house, Uponor Smatrix underfloor heating controls were installed. The Benefits The customer benefited from lower heating costs all year round due to the air source and underfloor heating running at a reduced temperature. What’s more the Smatrix underfloor heating controls contain autobalancing technology, which automatically adjusts heating and cooling to an ambient temperature. An automatic detection function is also set within the controls to warn the client when the temperature falls below 20 degrees. Overall, the client saved £900 a year on their energy costs and the overall property value increased by 15%. There is also no requirement going forward for a carbon dioxide monitor. Project facts: • Installer: Hafod Renewables • Client: Homeowner
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Uponor Limited The Pavilion, Blackmoor Lane, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD18 8GA 06/2018
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Uponor contribution: • Minitec retrofit underfloor heating solution (15mm thickness) • Smatrix controls