Heat Pump Integration with Underfloor Heating

What this service covers

Heat pumps work best with low-temperature emitters. Underfloor heating is an ideal match, but only when the system is correctly designed and commissioned. This service brings the full heating system together so it performs as intended.

• Heat loss checks and system design to size the heat pump correctly
• Review of existing underfloor heating (if already installed), including manifolds, pipe loops and zoning
• Specification of suitable flow temperatures, pump sizes and system volumes
• Integration of hot water production where required (cylinder and controls)
• Upgrades to controls for zoning, schedules and efficient operation
• Pipework alterations, flushing and water quality measures where needed
• Commissioning, balancing and performance testing
• Clear handover: how to run the system day to day for comfort and efficiency

When this service is most relevant

This service is a good fit if you:

• Are renovating or extending and want underfloor heating with a heat pump
• Are replacing a boiler and want a lower-carbon heating option
• Have underfloor heating that is slow, uneven, or hard to control
• Want to reduce running costs through correct sizing and lower flow temperatures
• Need reliable heating for tenants or a small commercial space, with simple controls

How the work is delivered

Integration usually follows a clear sequence:

1. Survey and design: confirm heat losses, insulation levels and room-by-room outputs, then set target flow temperatures.
2. System preparation: assess and improve pipework layout, system volume, filtration and zoning so the heat pump can run steadily.
3. Installation and connection: connect the heat pump to the underfloor heating distribution and hot water system if included.
4. Commissioning: set control parameters, balance flows at the manifolds, and test performance across zones.

Timescales depend on whether this is a new install or an upgrade to an existing system. You will get a clear plan before work starts.

After installation: performance, comfort and long-term value

A heat pump and underfloor heating system can often be improved further once it has run through different weather conditions. Follow-up support can include control tweaks, temperature curve adjustments, and advice on the best schedules to keep comfort consistent while managing energy use.