subject: The Art And Science Of Leak Detection For Under Floor Heating [print this page] Under floor, in floor, and radiant heating can be a wonderful way to heat a space. It can be cozy and cost efficient. There are times when the warmth of the floor makes walking around in your socks inviting!
However, one of the potentially biggest challenges facing owners of under floor heating is what happens when there is a leak. Unlike above ground leakage issues, leak detection for piping that is either in the floor or under the floor is a bit trickier. There are some things however, you can do to minimise the chance for leaks.
Maintenance
There seems to be more of a tendency to ignore under floor heating, especially if it seems to be working properly. The fact is, like anything else with mechanics involved, you should have routine maintenance done.
Parts wear out, weather has an effect. Once a year you should have your in floor system mechanically checked out. You may also want to consider occasional pressure checks for the piping that runs through or under the floor. Leaks are relatively rare, but if not caught quickly, all the warm fuzzy feeling of radiant heat quickly becomes a memory.
What to do if you have a leak?
The secret to leak detection underground or in a floor is two-fold. Finding the location of the leak in the shortest period of time and locating the leak as accurately as possible. Precise water leak detection can keep collateral damage to your property at a minimum.
At Alpine Leakage Management, we have expert engineers located throughout the U.K. who can get to your site quickly. With an assortment of hi-tech gear, and yes, even a good old sounding stick, they use science and art to track down the location of the leak with stunning precision. It is quite a process to witness.
Our repair engineers have a wide assortment of fittings in stock and with them, increasing chances that an immediate repair can be done.
In floor and under floor heating can be an enjoyable way to enjoy your interior space during cool and especially cold temperatures. Take care of routine maintenance, and it should last a very long time.
If you experience a problem, get a hold of an organization known through the U.K. and Wales for its experience, reputation, and timeliness. One that understands that leak detection is much, much more than just digging around looking for a wet spot!
