Those who live internationally are often surprised to learn that Australian winters can be incredibly harsh with icy rain, howling winds and thick frosts – particularly in the more southern states, like Victoria and Tasmania. Just like good heating in summer, good heating in winter is essential if you’re going to make it out the other side unscathed. In a world of increasing costs and rising concern for the environment, hydronic heating could be just the solution.
Firstly, what is hydronic heating?
Basically, it involves water being heated to the desired temperature in a boiler (often installed on the exterior of the home) before being passed through a network of pipes throughout the home. Heat from the water either radiates up through the floor (known as floor heating) or outwards from radiators that have been mounted on the walls. Trench heating is also available, which is similar to ducted except that the grilles are far less conspicuous.
So, what are the benefits?
There are actually plenty of benefits associated with hydronic heating, all of which combine to make it a fantastic choice for your home come winter:
• Air Quality
You will find that the indoor air quality of your home will be improved, as there are no ducts to blow around dust and other allergens. This makes for a much better environment for asthma and other allergy sufferers.
• Cleanliness
This lack of air movement also prevents dust and dirt from being blown around the home, helping it to stay cleaner for longer. Have you ever noticed that ducts seem to breed dust and other annoying dirts?
• Cost Efficient
These systems are also more cost effective to operate. In fact, they cost around 20% less to run than other options in homes with ceilings of 2.7 metres. Higher ceilings can yield even greater savings (30 to 40%).
• Eco Friendly
If you’re concerned about reducing your carbon footprint, high efficiency or condensing boilers have low mono-nitrogen oxide (NO and NO2) and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, which is far more eco friendly.
• Eliminates Drafts
Another benefit of not having air movement is that the presence of drafts and even cold spots in the home will be completely eliminated. Instead, you will be able to enjoy an even level of warmth from floor to ceiling.
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Energy Efficient
Most standard units perform at around 80 to 85% efficiency, whilst high efficiency units perform at about 90 to 95% efficiency. This is considerably higher than other types of heater currently on the market.
• Low Maintenance
These systems are relatively low maintenance – to keep them running at their optimum, all you will need to do is have them professionally serviced every few years. At other times of the year, simply turn it on!
• Quiet Operation
Finally, there are no noisy fans to disturb your peace – this type of heating is so quiet that you will forget it’s even on! This can be beneficial if you have kids you nap during the day or like to leave the heater on overnight.
If you are building a home somewhere in Australia and are looking for the perfect way to keep warm when winter rolls around, we hope that this article has shown you why hydronic heating is the top option to consider. Before reaching a final decision, it is important to consider all of the advantages and disadvantages posed by a potential heating system, weighing them up in terms of your home and specific needs. Happy hunting!
Cambro is one of the leading suppliers of home heating systems, which keeps your home warm in winter solutions. Equipments like water boilers, hydronic heating system, radiators, slab heating, central heating and floor heating has been designed to save energy and hence reduce your electricity bill in winter.
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