{"id":4819,"date":"2017-10-02T15:02:45","date_gmt":"2017-10-02T21:02:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.warmzone.com\/blog\/?p=4819"},"modified":"2025-08-25T10:59:51","modified_gmt":"2025-08-25T16:59:51","slug":"hydronic-or-electric-radiant-heat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.warmzone.com\/blog\/articles\/hydronic-or-electric-radiant-heat\/","title":{"rendered":"Hydronic or Electric Radiant Heat?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Choosing the Best Radiant Heating System for Your Needs<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_142748a752fd79d8fbef3a6819628e36\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Radiant heat<\/span> systems are a great way to make your life at home or work safer, more comfortable, and simpler. They can be installed under a wide variety of&nbsp;interior surfaces, as well as&nbsp;exterior applications such as walkways, stairs, ramps, and driveways. When considering <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_142748a752fd79d8fbef3a6819628e36\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">radiant heat<\/span>, making the decision between an electric system or a <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_be4cef2f710f72d8bdc2cfa6d889ad4b\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">hydronic<\/span> system can often be daunting. Both types of heating systems have advantages, but it is important to have all the information you need before deciding which is best for your home or business.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_be4cef2f710f72d8bdc2cfa6d889ad4b\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Hydronic<\/span> <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_142748a752fd79d8fbef3a6819628e36\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Radiant Heat<\/span> <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_be4cef2f710f72d8bdc2cfa6d889ad4b\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">hydronic<\/span> <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_142748a752fd79d8fbef3a6819628e36\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">radiant heat<\/span> system is complex and requires many different components. <a title=\"Hydronic heated floors\" href=\"\/floor-heating\/hydronic\/hydronic-floor-heating.php\"><span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_be4cef2f710f72d8bdc2cfa6d889ad4b\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Hydronic<\/span> floor&nbsp;heating systems<\/a> work by heating specially treated water and pumping it through flexible <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_c07fe8cfd853fe8e755a9ba68e897a14\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">PEX tubing<\/span> embedded under the surface. These systems use a gas or oil burning water heater (<span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_d64ccab8be778de40789377a583ecebd\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">boiler<\/span>) to heat the water, which is then circulated through the <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_ba54fec9c7756e63e4fa5d596a872dda\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">manifold<\/span> and tubing by electric pumps. At <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_ce0e1f1fead9edc4e49614c5bc4b15ba\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Warmzone<\/span>, only the most efficient condensing boilers and industry leading components are used when installing a <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_be4cef2f710f72d8bdc2cfa6d889ad4b\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">hydronic<\/span> system. Because of the various components and complexity of <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_be4cef2f710f72d8bdc2cfa6d889ad4b\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">hydronic<\/span> systems, the installation costs tend to be notably higher than those of electric systems.<\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Hydronic snow melting systems\" href=\"\/snow-melting\/hydronic\/snow-melting.php\"><span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_be4cef2f710f72d8bdc2cfa6d889ad4b\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Hydronic<\/span> snow melting systems<\/a>&nbsp;also utilize&nbsp;the combination of water and propylene glycol (anti freeze) that is heated and circulated through a closed loop of <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_c07fe8cfd853fe8e755a9ba68e897a14\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">PEX tubing<\/span>. In addition to the&nbsp;liquid retaining heat for a time after the system has been shut down, the condensing <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_d64ccab8be778de40789377a583ecebd\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">boiler<\/span> can be <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_597f0993d8acb7f9bdf20df1b39c57b8\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>run<\/span> by almost any energy source. As a&nbsp;result, <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_be4cef2f710f72d8bdc2cfa6d889ad4b\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">hydronic<\/span> systems may boast lower operating costs than those&nbsp;of similarly sized electric systems. This makes <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_be4cef2f710f72d8bdc2cfa6d889ad4b\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">hydronic<\/span> systems a popular choice for large installations.<\/p>\n<p>Fully automated <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_be4cef2f710f72d8bdc2cfa6d889ad4b\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">hydronic<\/span> snow melting systems from <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_ce0e1f1fead9edc4e49614c5bc4b15ba\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Warmzone<\/span> are controlled by premier components, including an aerial- or pavement-mount snow sensor. These sensors detect precipitation and temperature to activate and shutoff the system as needed.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Electric <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_142748a752fd79d8fbef3a6819628e36\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Radiant Heat<\/span> <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>One of the most popular forms of <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_142748a752fd79d8fbef3a6819628e36\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">radiant heat<\/span> used today is electric. An electric <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_142748a752fd79d8fbef3a6819628e36\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">radiant heat<\/span> system works by using a thin <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_0970b276dce0369f94e49335e47769f6\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">resistance<\/span> electric heating cable that is embedded in the medium, or directly under the flooring. Electric radiant heating can be installed to warm almost any type of flooring in your home; and can even be added to <a title=\"Heat existing floors\" href=\"\/floor-heating\/retro-heat.php\">heat existing floors<\/a> if the floor joists are accessible.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_ce0e1f1fead9edc4e49614c5bc4b15ba\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Warmzone<\/span> floor heating systems are energy efficient and exact, as each separate flooring <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_a9b22457fd36343dd6f04bedb1d170d1\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>area<\/span>\/room can be controlled by an individual <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_a739a003a0729a92cc4f123bab2a4de7\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">thermostat<\/span>. The other advantages of electric <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_142748a752fd79d8fbef3a6819628e36\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">radiant heat<\/span> include easier customization and a more rapid response time when compared to <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_be4cef2f710f72d8bdc2cfa6d889ad4b\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">hydronic<\/span> <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_142748a752fd79d8fbef3a6819628e36\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">radiant heat<\/span>. An electric radiant heating system is much easier to install than a <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_be4cef2f710f72d8bdc2cfa6d889ad4b\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">hydronic<\/span> system, and is commonly used for interior heating applications as well as heated driveways and outdoor applications, including roof deicing.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4674\" src=\"http:\/\/www.warmzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/heated-paver-driveway-96sm0548.gif\" alt=\"Heated paver driveway\" width=\"518\" height=\"289\"\/><\/p>\n<p><em>An electric snow melting system heating a paver driveway.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Electric systems may have an advantage in the outdoors, as they heat rapidly and can more easily prevent buildup of snow or ice. The <a title=\"ClearZone snow melting systems\" href=\"\/snow-melting\/heated-driveway\/snow-melt-benefits.php\">Clearzone snow melting system<\/a> is one of the premier driveway heating systems available. It uses a special line voltage cable that produces 35-50 watts per <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_81ae4e987c54b76285cc16c9d62376c8\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">square<\/span> foot, and is ruggedly designed and constructed to withstand <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_568f830d3e920efaca9c000fbe6aa146\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">concrete<\/span> pours and high heat from <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_9020707e1f17539a19650bb9e55ab8c1\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">asphalt<\/span> installations. Just like the <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_be4cef2f710f72d8bdc2cfa6d889ad4b\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">hydronic<\/span> system, the electric system uses an aerial or an in-ground snow sensor to engage and disengage the system. This system also has no moving parts, so it requires little to no maintenance, and does not require a dedicated space for mechanical components like that of a <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_be4cef2f710f72d8bdc2cfa6d889ad4b\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">hydronic<\/span> system. Electric heat can be a great cost-effective option for driveways. (Refer to our <strong>heated driveways<\/strong> web page for general information regarding <em><strong><a title=\"Calculating heated driveway costs\" href=\"\/snow-melting\/heated-driveway\/heated-driveways.php#topic3\">Calculating a Heated Driveway&rsquo;s Operating Cost<\/a><\/strong><\/em>.)<\/p>\n<p>A radiant heating system is a great long-term investment that can increase the resale value of your home and make your business safer and more efficient in harsh winter weather. If you still have questions about radiant heating systems please visit <a title=\"Warmzone radiant heating systems\" href=\"\/index.php\"><span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_ce0e1f1fead9edc4e49614c5bc4b15ba\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Warmzone<\/span>.com<\/a>, or contact a friendly <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_ce0e1f1fead9edc4e49614c5bc4b15ba\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Warmzone<\/span> professional at <strong>888.488.9276<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Choosing the Best Radiant Heating System for Your Needs <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_142748a752fd79d8fbef3a6819628e36\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Radiant heat<\/span> systems are a great way to make your life at home or work safer, more comfortable, and simpler. 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