Top Areas in Cardiff Where Underfloor Heating (UFH) Works Well
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According to Local Quotes, more and more Cardiff homeowners are expressing interest in UFH. This trend suggests that UFH isn’t just a passing fad like 3DTVs; it’s a technology that’s here to stay. As a local contractor who has worked on over 150 properties in the past three years, I’ve seen this shift first-hand. In this article, I’ll reveal some of the top areas in Cardiff where UFH works well, drawing on professional insights and experience.
1) Pontcanna: Adding To Strong Foundations
Pontcanna is a lively community filled with charming period houses, many of which are currently receiving upgrades or have already been renovated. Data from the Cardiff Planning Portal shows that rear extensions and loft conversions remain popular in the area, creating the perfect opportunity to install UFH.
“Pontcanna residents like to bundle their renovation projects together, and they can enjoy further cost savings by adding underfloor heating to the mix”, explains Joshua Kelly, lead engineer at Floorheat Cardiff.
2) Cyncoed: Lifestyles Built Around Luxury
Cyncoed is an upscale area marked by large detached properties with spacious gardens. With a reputation for attracting affluent professionals and families, residents in Cyncoed often invest heavily in their homes. “In my experience, Cyncoed homeowners value high-end comfort, and underfloor heating can cater to these tastes and preferences through handy features like zoned controls”, adds Joshua Kelly, local floor-heating expert.
3) Lisvane & Old St Mellons: Supporting Eco-Friendly Lifestyles
Lisvane and Old St Mellons are two suburbs that have become synonymous with the latest housing developments in Cardiff; such as Longwood Grange and St Edeyrns Village. Thanks to modern building standards, many of these newer homes come with energy efficient heat sources that support UFH, which once installed, can make it easier for eco-conscious households to stay true to their pro-environmental values and goals.
4) Llandaff: Embracing The Old & The New
Llandaff is an area characterised by historic landmarks and conservation areas. Per Cardiff Council, a large number of homes in Llandaff are older, and sometimes listed, which can make traditional radiators less desirable in spaces like Victorian bathrooms, where wall space is known to be limited. Fortunately, low-profile UFH systems can avoid this drawback by facilitating a space that works with, and not against, each property’s layout and dimensions.
5) Rhiwbina: Where Traditions Run Deep
As recently stated by The Sunday Times, Rhiwbina is ranked amongst the UK's most desirable places to live. Homes here not only have plenty of room to accommodate growing families but also major renovation works, which might explain why so many Rhiwbina properties listed on Rightmove come equipped with multi-zone UFH.
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This article was written by Jon Sainsbury, one of Cardiff's leading experts in home building and improvement services. With the support of his team, Jon is determined to lead the way in reinforcing customer centric practices in South Wales' home services industry.
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