Whether you’re thinking about installing an electric floor heater as part of your upcoming home renovation project or are already enjoying the energy-efficient warmth of a Warmup system, we understand that you may have some queries about its ongoing maintenance. In this guide, we’ll answer your questions about how to ensure your heating system will always perform at its best. You’ll discover:
- Whether electric UFH ever needs servicing
- How to look after electric floor heating systems
- The average lifespan of floor heaters
- How Warmup’s warranties protect you in case anything goes wrong
- How to organise a repair of your system
Does electric underfloor heating need to be serviced?
Alongside being a more environmentally friendly heating solution for your home and offering big savings on your energy bills, floor heating provides the great advantage of requiring little-to-no maintenance or upkeep. Unlike traditional central heating systems, electric underfloor heaters do not need frequent servicing – once installed by a fully qualified engineer they should offer easy-to-use warmth with few problems to worry about.
How do I ensure my system performs at its best?
To ensure easy-to-use, maintenance-free heat, the most important thing is to make sure your heating system has been installed correctly. Most of the problems that could be encountered with a new heating system will almost certainly be the result of an inadequate installation. Our range of electric floor heaters offer quick installation times and we recommend you choose an installer who has worked with floor heating before to fit the heater and a fully qualified electrician to test it and connect it to the mains electricity source.
All Warmup systems can be controlled by one of our innovative thermostats which allow simple, intuitive upkeep of your heating system. A Smart Thermostat is a great way to keep your heating operating at is best: these controls are packed full of features such as automatic heating, energy-monitoring functionality and remote access, meaning you can rest assured that your home will always be kept at the perfect temperature for your needs.
How long will my system last?
Many of our heating solutions come with lifetime guarantees and feature world-class accreditations, so you can feel confident that you’ll have a lifetime of warmth for your home with Warmup.
The Loose Wire System, StickyMat System, DCM-PRO Heated Decoupling System and Inscreed Heating Cable System come with a Lifetime Limited Warranty and our Foil Heater comes with a 15-year warranty. And if anything goes wrong during the installation process, Warmup systems are also covered by our SafetyNet Installation Guarantee. This means that if your installer accidentally damages the electric heater whilst fitting it, Warmup will replace the system for free – offering you even greater peace of mind.
You can find out more about our world-class warranties in our expert blog post.
What if my electric floor heater isn’t working as it should?
While we’re confident in the long-term durability of our systems, like all technologies there could be occasional issues affecting the workings of your heater that may need resolving.
If your UFH system fails at any point, you can find a wealth of technical support on our website: from FAQs to troubleshooting advice to wiring diagrams, we’ve got your covered. Need to speak to an expert about your heating? Warmup offer 24/7 technical assistance while our Smart Care service provides day-to-day support for your home’s heating. With Smart Care, our experts can deliver remote diagnostics to help resolve most issues you may experience with your floor heater over the phone and we should be able to assist you in getting it back to full performance in a matter of minutes, without the need for an on-site engineer visit.
If an engineer or electrician does need to be called out to your home to run diagnostic tests and fix the problem, we may be able to recommend a professional working in your area or connect you with one of our Warmup Pro Installers, a network of the industry’s best practitioners.
Looking for a new heating solution for your home? Read our UFH Buying Guide to discover the best system for your requirements.
What about water UFH maintenance?
Looking for in-depth information about the maintenance needs of water underfloor heating? Read our article to discover everything you need to know.