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01-07-2009, 06:57 PM
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Underfloor Heating
Would a DIY installation of Electric Underfloor Heating under my laminate floor increase the Value ?
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01-08-2009, 07:24 PM
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Interesting question - underfloor heating could be potentially attractive - but my understanding is that underfloor traditionally is via piping heated water under the floor, usually from a gas appliance. If electric powered this could invite high running costs, which could make the system less attractive to a buyer.
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01-08-2009, 10:36 PM
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No, IMHO.
Would you pay more for a house just cos it had underfloor heating? I wouldn't. Have you ever installed underfloor heating before? Also, isn't the heat likely to make the laminate expand and contract more than usual? Could this lead to it lifting or warping? I'd also, if I were buying, ask when the u/floor heating was installed, and who installed it. If it wasn't done by a recognised firm with some documentation to back up the installation, I'd walk away. The property questionnaire with the home report asks for documentation to back up all the work done on the home as well. If this isn't available, or you declare it as a DIY installation, it'll look bad on the home report.
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03-18-2009, 11:02 AM
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There is so much conflicting information about underfloor heating, some say its more environmentally friendly (which could add further appeal) but then again wood is a good insulator so the system may actually have to work harder and use more energy to heat the house.
Please make sure you seek good advice if you decide to lay hardwood flooring instead over underfloor heating as this type of flooring is prone to cupping and distortion anyway - make sure you seek professional advice in this case and dont install it yourself if you decide to go with hardwood flooring. Engineered flooring works well over underfloor heating. Not sure about laminate I always thought underfloor heating was quite posh lol. Don't know about adding value, maybe value is in the eyes on the beholder...i quite like the idea of warmth under my feet in the morning
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04-16-2009, 03:25 PM
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underfloor heating and laminate flooring really doesnt work! I would avoid buying if it had that!
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