Hydronic Heating & Cooling
Hydronics might sound like a fancy term, but it is really a smart and efficient way of heating and cooling your home using water. A hydronic system is considered the gold standard when it comes to comfort, efficiency and longevity. And once you have experienced the luxury of a water-based hydronics system, you will wonder how you ever lived without it.
Put simply, hydronics circulates heated or chilled water through a network of pipes, radiators or towel rails to regulate the temperature of your space and provide the ultimate comfort. Cooling is achieved by delivering the energy as air through a fan coil unit. What’s more, excess energy can be leveraged to heat your spa, pool and domestic hot water.
The beauty of a hydronic system is that it creates an environment that feels natural. Here’s how hydronics installed by Highlands GeoExchange can elevate your comfort:
Even Heat Distribution – With a hydronic system, the radiant heat reaches every corner of your home creating a warm and cosy environment. There are no hot spots or draughts – just a steady, even temperature all year round.
Quiet Operation – There is no humming, buzzing or rattling like a traditional system. A hydronic solution works quietly in the background.
Allergy Friendly – Hydronic systems provide a cleaner, healthier and more consistent indoor climate. There is no dust, pollen or other allergens circulating around the home.
Highlands GeoExchange designs and installs these hydronic delivery solutions:
- Underfloor Heating – In-slab or Topping-slab
- Radiator Panels and Towel Rails
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling – Fan Coil Units
- Pool Heating
- Spa Heating
- Domestic Hot Water
- Cellar Cooling
Hydronics and Heat Pumps
Hydronic systems are incredibly efficient and when integrated with a ground or air source heat pump require far less electricity to operate. Unlike traditional heating and cooling systems that generate heat by burning fuel, heat pumps transfer heat from the ground or air outside to warm your home. This efficiency leads to:
Lower Operating Costs – Ground source heat pumps can be up to four times more efficient than the most efficient gas boilers because they are moving heat not producing it. Systems designed by Highlands GeoExchange use less energy to achieve the same level of comfort.
Better Heat Retention – Water retains heat much better than air so your home will stay warmer for longer even after the system has cycled off.
Reduced Solar and Battery Needs – A more efficient system means the solar and battery setup required to power it is significantly smaller. This translates to lower installation costs, reduced running costs and greater overall efficiency.
The Highlands GeoExchange Advantage
With over 60 years of combined experience in hydronic heating and cooling in the UK and Australia, the team at Highlands Geoexchange understands how to deliver systems that provide genuine value. We are passionate about delivering tailored, energy-efficient solutions and take pride in sharing our expertise with our customers. We understand that each home is different, and one size does not fit all. Our team will work closely with you to understand your needs and preferences, ensuring a personalised solution that meets your expectations. By carefully designing and customising each system, we ensure every home is equipped with a future- proofed hydronic heating solution.
Save money and the planet – talk to us today about the benefits of a water- based heat pump solution for your home.