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Underfloor heating systems have been in use for centuries. Records and evidence indicates that such systems were in use as early as during the Roman Empire. There are also remains of such technology in Asia and throughout Europe dating from centuries ago.

Today, with advancing technology, underfloor heating systems continue to enjoy much popularity among homeowners. As the technology continues to advance, consumers continue to benefit from more cost-effective products and more-efficient outcomes.

There are two types of underfloor heating systems available for homeowners to choose from. One is the hot water system and the other is the electrical system. The electrical system is quite self-explanatory. The hot water system is more complex and has a range of different options from which homeowners can choose.

The hot water system, as its name suggests, utilises hot water that is circulated, under pressure through a network of pipes that are laid in the floor. The quality and cost of this type of system depends not only on the type of pipe used, but also on the different resistances offered by different types of pipes. For example, an expensive pipe has an initial outlay cost that can be prohibitive to some consumers. Likewise, pipes that offer more resistance, generate more heat, but also require more energy and the systems are therefore more expensive to run.

Prospective underfloor heating consumers have a range of pipes to choose from, including Alupex, PEX and polybutylene. Likewise, these pipes come in a range of sizes. The type of the pipe and the size of the pipe ultimately affect the initial cost of the system as well as the ongoing cost of producing effective heat generation.