When we built our home, my partner and I debated the multiple types of heating and cooling systems, however because of our location in the northeast, heating is absolutely the priority, however all of us need a plan that can handle hot and cold temperatures well below zero yet operate efficiently; While central a/c might be nice, it’s not essential, but our requirements led us to hydronic heating. A plan that uses water rather than air to transfer heat energy is especially scrub and quiet; It doesn’t blow dust and other contaminants into the breathing air, there’s no ductwork to leaks, pollute the air or make noise… Rather than warm air getting blowin in from vents and rising straight up to the ceiling, a hydronic plan radiates heat. There’s less temperature swing from floor to ceiling, and it’s a more gentle comfort. The plan starts with a boiler installed in the basement. Boilers are known for being exceptionally reliable. Because there’s few moving parts, there’s not a lot that can go wrong. With nothing more than annual professional repair, we can expect the boiler to last for decades. The boiler takes care of heating up the water and sending it through a looping network of pipes hidden beneath the floor. There is no ugly device taking up pricey space or detracting from aesthetics in the living area. I absolutely like having radiant floors. The heat is spread from corner to corner with no chilly spots… Plus, we have the home set up for zoned control! Each room features an independent control component that allows us to tailor the setting so the requirements, preference of occupancy. All of us save cash by not heating empty rooms. Each kitchen accommodates personal option for temperature level.