Underfloor Heating Installation in Edinburgh
Ormiston Plumbing & Heating
Underfloor Heating Installations
Underfloor heating is one of the most efficient and comfortable ways to heat a home — and Ormiston Plumbing & Heating has been installing these systems across Edinburgh and the surrounding areas for years. Whether you’re building from scratch, extending an existing property, or modernising a traditional Edinburgh tenement, we have the experience and technical know-how to deliver a flawless underfloor heating installation that will keep your home warm for decades.
Unlike radiators, which heat the air at a single point and rely on convection to move warmth around the room, underfloor heating radiates heat upward from the floor surface evenly across the entire space. The result is a consistent, draught-free temperature that feels noticeably more comfortable — and, with a well-designed wet system, can reduce your energy bills compared to a traditional radiator setup.
Our Edinburgh-based team handles every stage of the project: initial survey and system design, floor preparation, pipe or cable installation, manifold fitting, thermostat wiring, and full commissioning. We work tidily and to a fixed schedule so your home is disrupted for as little time as possible.
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Wet & Electric Systems for Edinburgh Homes
There are two main types of underfloor heating, and the right choice depends on your property type, floor construction, and heating goals. At Ormiston, we help you choose the system that makes the most practical and financial sense for your home.
Wet (Hydronic) Underfloor Heating
A wet system circulates warm water through a network of flexible pipes laid beneath your floor, connected to your existing boiler or heat pump. This is the most efficient option for whole-house installations and new builds in Edinburgh, delivering lower running costs over time and working seamlessly with modern condensing boilers and air source heat pumps.
Wet systems are ideal for new builds, full ground-floor renovations, and extensions where the floor is being replaced as part of the wider project. They offer zoned control via a manifold, meaning you can heat individual rooms independently and avoid wasting energy in spaces you’re not using.
Electric Underfloor Heating
An electric system uses a heating mat or loose cable installed beneath your floor covering, connected directly to your electrical supply. Electric systems are quick to install — often completed in a single day — and are ideal for individual rooms such as bathrooms and kitchens, or anywhere that disruption needs to be kept to a minimum.
Electric underfloor heating suits a slim floor profile and works particularly well under tile, stone, and luxury vinyl tile (LVT). It’s also straightforward to pair with a smart thermostat, giving you full scheduling control from your phone.
Both systems can be installed across Edinburgh’s full range of property types — from modern new-build developments in Leith and the Western Harbour to period properties in Morningside, Bruntsfield, and Stockbridge. If you’re unsure which system is right for your home, our free survey will give you a clear recommendation and a no-obligation written quote.
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How the Installation Process Works
We believe in transparency from the first call to the final handover. Here’s what to expect when you book an underfloor heating installation with Ormiston Plumbing & Heating in Edinburgh.
1. Free Site Survey & System Design One of our engineers visits your Edinburgh property to assess floor construction, room dimensions, heat loss, and your existing boiler or electrical setup. We then design a system tailored to your home rather than recommending a generic off-the-shelf package.
2. Detailed Written Quote You receive a clear, itemised quote covering all materials, labour, and any ancillary work such as screed preparation or thermostat installation. There are no hidden charges — what you see is what you pay.
3. Floor Preparation & Installation For wet systems, we lay the pipe network across the sub-floor and secure it to an insulation board to maximise heat efficiency and minimise downward heat loss. For electric systems, we bed the heating mat or cable into the adhesive layer beneath your floor covering. All connections are pressure-tested before anything goes down on top.
4. Manifold Fitting & Thermostat Wiring For wet installations, the manifold is fitted in a suitable location and connected to your boiler or heat pump. Smart thermostats are wired per room or zone, giving you precise control over your heating schedule and temperature.
5. Commissioning & Handover We commission the system, run full operational checks, and walk you through thermostat operation. You receive all relevant documentation including the installation certificate, warranty information, and a recommended floor warm-up schedule.
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Why Choose Ormiston in Edinburgh
There are plenty of plumbing and heating companies operating in Edinburgh — so why do homeowners consistently choose Ormiston Plumbing & Heating for their underfloor heating installation?
We’re an Edinburgh-based team, meaning our own engineers cover the city and surrounding areas rather than farming jobs out to subcontractors. You get the same standard of work on every project, and faster response times when you need us.
Every installation starts with a free site survey. We calculate heat output requirements, pipe spacing, and flow temperatures properly so your system actually performs as designed — not just on paper. The price we quote is the price you pay. We identify any potential complications at the survey stage so there are no surprises once the job is underway.
All our engineers hold relevant trade qualifications and all work is fully covered by public liability insurance. We’re experienced across Edinburgh’s full variety of property types, from modern new builds and ground-floor flats to traditional stone tenements and period homes. And we’re easy to deal with — we pick up the phone, reply to messages, and turn up when we say we will.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does underfloor heating installation cost in Edinburgh? The cost depends on the system type, floor area, and sub-floor condition. Electric systems for a single room typically start from around £300–£600 for materials and installation. Wet systems covering a full ground floor are a larger investment — generally in the range of £2,500–£6,000 or more depending on the size of the home — but deliver significantly lower running costs over time, particularly when paired with a heat pump. We provide a free, detailed quote after every site survey so you have an exact figure before committing to anything.
How long does underfloor heating installation take? An electric system for a single bathroom can typically be completed in one day. A wet system covering the full ground floor of an average Edinburgh home generally takes between two and five days, allowing time for floor preparation, pipe laying, manifold installation, and commissioning. We’ll include a clear timeline in your written quote.
Is my Edinburgh home suitable for underfloor heating? Most Edinburgh homes are suitable for some form of underfloor heating. Wet systems work best in new builds, ground-floor extensions, and properties undergoing a full refurbishment where the floor is being replaced anyway. Electric systems are ideal for individual rooms in existing properties where the floor covering is being updated. Period properties including traditional Edinburgh tenements can also be retrofitted depending on floor construction and ceiling height. Our free site survey will identify the best approach for your specific property.
Does underfloor heating work with my existing boiler? Wet underfloor heating works with most modern combi and system boilers, provided the boiler can modulate down to a flow temperature of around 45–55°C — which the majority of condensing boilers can. Underfloor heating is also highly compatible with air source and ground source heat pumps, which operate most efficiently at exactly the low flow temperatures that UFH requires. We’ll check your existing setup during the site survey and advise if any adjustments are needed.
