Underfloor Heating

Greenhouse have over 10 years experience in Domestic and Commercial projects and are one of the market leaders in design and supply of Underfloor Heating Systems in Ireland.

Underfloor Heating Ireland

Green-house are one of the leading Irish suppliers of the highest quality and specification Underfloor heating systems for Domestic and Commercial installations of any size. We are a distributor for Comisa multilayer Alupex-pipe and press fittings for all commercial and domestic plumbing and heating installations. Comisa multi-layer pipe technology meets the most stringent certification criteria and is covered by a comprehensive guarantee and insurance.

We also offer design and supply only underfloor heating system package direct to your plumbing or building contractor. Simply drop into our showroom with your floor plans or alternatively email in PDF or CAD drawings and we will expertly design your system. We can also offer full training on Underfloor heating installation.

Greenhouse have carried out many major Underfloor Heating, Renewable and Plumbing projects in Irelandin recent years in conjunction with some of the biggest mechanical contractors in the State.

Projects such as Áras an Uachtaráin, 350 Apartments in South Dublin (approx 16,000m2), large domestic housing developments in Donnybrook and Portmarnock, and a 24,000m2 Shopping Centre in Drogheda. More recently we have done the Underfloor heating system and the liquid screed in Beaumount Hospital and also the Underfloor system in the new Audi Showroom in Naas.

Suspended Timber Floor

Timber Floor over existing Slab with Screed or Trays

Underfloor heating – Screed

Intermedia Floor Hollow Core Pre-Cast Units

Single Pour Floor

Standard Sold Floor

Variotherm Floor Solution

A floor heating system that requires no conventional screed and that is easy to install. That is suitable for renovation and new build and is light, slim, but with a high output. All this is combined in the 20 mm VarioComp floor heating system, which is perfect for renovations as there is no need to dig down for height for a traditional underfloor heating system.

The selected area is cleared and the VarioComp panels are fitted to the floor. The specially milled routing in the panel guarantee fast laying on all even subfloors. The VarioProFile pipe is then laid and at the same time immediately stably fixed into place with the pipe running back to the installed underfloor heating manifold. Finally, the VarioComp filling compound is poured over the boards and levelled off. The floor finish can be fixed after a s short drying period of a minimum of 24 hours.

Retro Fitting

1. Comfort

Underfloor heating is radiant heat, which is similar to the heat you feel in direct sunlight on a warm summer’s day. It is the most comfortable form of heat because it ‘radiates ‘ evenly and gently upwards and comes from the entire floor area, providing warm feet and a cooler ceiling for a cool head!!. Radiator driven heating has inherent hot and cold spots and these in turn lead to draughts particularly at floor level.

2. Health and Safety

Because there are no hot and cold spots with under-floor heating, the airflow and draughts are all but eliminated and the circulation of dust and dust mites is therefore significantly reduced. The moisture content of the room is also typically much lower due to the constant heat and consequently dust mites cannot thrive.

Underfloor heating also operates typically at temperatures no warmer than the palm of your hand, unlike radiators which can reach very high temperatures. It therefore makes a much safer and more comfortable environment, particularly for young children.

3. Economy

Although installation of Underfloor heating is slightly more expensive than conventional radiators – the benefits far outweigh the costs. It has been shown that Underfloor heating typically offers savings of 15% to 25% on the household heating bill. The advantages of Underfloor heating are maximized when combined with a heat pump because the optimum economic operation of a heat pump produces water with a temperature of between 35 and 40 degrees.

4. Heatpump Compatible

Underfloor heating opens up the world of renewable energy for a home. Heatpumps ( Air Source & Geothermal) are designed to work in conjunction with underfloor heating systems as they operate a lower temperature. This results in very low running costs in comparison with conventional gas and oil boiler system.

5. Control

Good quality thermostats are at the heart of a properly designed Underfloor heating system. Each zone (or room) has an adjustable thermostat. These can be set at the desired temperature and the thermostat calls the heat source to provide heat only when it is needed, thereby saving on energy costs. Multi channel clocks are used for overall control of the entire domestic heating and hot water system (even including the use of radiators if installed).

6. Floor coverings

Tiles and stone floors heat up quickest, but most timber floors whether solid or floating are equally compatible with Underfloor heating. Carpet is also very popular and comfortable with Underfloor heating

Servicing & Repairs

Like any mechanical equipment, underfloor heating systems need regular servicing and maintenance to guarantee they operate at their best. Green-floor provide a comprehensive servicing and maintenance service.

Servicing allows our engineers look out for signs of any failures in the heating system, ensuringthat it is constantly running smoothly and efficiently. Our specialised team can problem solve most underfloor heating faults giving customers piece of mind.

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EJHughes

2023-10-23

GreenHouse team did a really excellent job and surpassed my expectations in terms of the quality of the work done and their professionalism. Cabling was well thought through and none visible by the time they had finished. After sales service is second to none. No hesitation at all in recommending GreenHouse. Thanks all.

Dave Traynor

2023-09-26

I had Green House install solar PV on my roof. They arrived on schedule. There was a slight delay- not their fault- but they kept me up to date with progress and everything was installed on time. Very neat work and all cleaned up before they left site. Great price and equipment. Would highly recommend them.

Laurence Scaglioni

2023-08-29

Great company to work for!

Deirdre Swaine

Cannot recommend green house enough, from first contact with the pv design team to the actual installation and follow up service it was all very smooth.

Karolina Grady

2023-08-18

***UPDATE*** I have changed my rating from 1 to 5 stars. The company got in touch and carried out the repair swiftly and in a very professional manner. Communication was excellent and included a follow up. I will gladly use them again in the future. Thank you. ***END OF UPDATE*** Had an issues with solar panels and underfloor heating that have been installed by this company about 8 years ago. They were kind enough to diagnose the problems with both and issue quotation. But not kind enough to follow through with the repair. I was advised verbally on site that the underfloor heating has a leak on one of the valves and solars look like they have a leak too, but I will be issued an email detailing everything. I received the email with quotation for repairs and advice that the system be modernised instead of repaired. After requesting a quote to modernise I received very considerable quotation for replacement of the solars only, disregarding the underfloor heating issue. As I was not prepared to go ahead with installing brand new solars at this time I requested a quote for the repair of underfloor heating only. The site visit was in May and I’m still chasing it to this day. Too small of a job I assume. After lengthy exchange of emails trying to organise it the trail eventually went dead and nobody has a decency to get back to me. It’s quite disappointing since the product needing repair has been installed by the very own people. It’s fair to say the issue is probably due to lack of servicing, I’m a relatively new house owner that figured out who to call only after she became aware of the problem. Nevertheless, the expectation was the company that installed it would at least carry out the repair.

Tom Farrell

2023-07-21

One of the best contractors I’ve dealt with in my 72 years. Very responsive from first contact until the job was done. Came on time, did what needed to be done very quickly and told me what I needed to know. Can’t recommend all of them highly enough. Tom Farrell

Tom Johnson

2023-05-07

Everyone at Green-House is/was fantastic, from those in the office to everybody on site. The work is so meticulous, clean, and neat that you'd think we had solar power forever. Everyone was pleasant, informative, and proud of their work; they were always on time; and even worked during some rainfall with no complaints. We could not have been happier. And we have no reservations in recommending Green-House for all your green energy needs.

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Underfloor Heating

Greenhouse have over 10 years experience in Domestic and Commercial projects and are one of the market leaders in design and supply of Underfloor Heating Systems in Ireland.