ČeskyThe costs of acquisition, operation and maintenance are decisive factors in the process of choosing of the type of heating of a new building. Therefore, we decided to summarize all the costs associated with the heating system LARX CARBON-FILM.COM in this article.
Cost of acquisition
Acquisition cost in the case of the LARX CARBON-FILM.COM heating system are lower than in the case of underfloor water-heating systems, where the costs of a acceptable heat source must be added to the cost of the underfloor heating system itself, which for underfloor water-heating systems ranges from approx. 20 thousand CZK for electric heater up to approx. 250 thousand CZK for electric heat pump. To this already high cost it is also necessary to add a considerable amount of money for the installation and regulation of the heating system itself. The least efficient type of underfloor heating is heating the water for underfloor heating with an electric boiler.
The time factor of the heating system installation must be considered when purchasing. From this point of view, carbon films are the clear winner. Installation of heating film is quick, easy and therefore cheap. We usually manage the installation of an ordinary family house in 1, maximum 2 days, including the regulation of the heating system.
Cost of operation
Heating film is a whole-surface low-temperature heating system with an efficiency of 99%, ie. that it produces 99 W of heat from 100 W of electricity. Heat is produced directly in the heated room, so there are no heat losses by distributing heat from the technical room with the boiler pipes through the whole house.
Carbon films are zone-regulated, ie each temperature in each room is controled separately. As a result, significant operating cost savings can be achieved by heating the individual rooms only when needed. By setting the weekly thermostat mode correctly, even lower heating costs can be achieved.
Compared to heating with classic radiators, one of the other advantages of the LARX CARBON-FILM.COM heating system is that it is enough to heat the room to a lower temperature in order to achieve the same temperature feeling. You can set the thermostat to a degree or two less than the actual room temperature, comfort and well-being remains the same, but costs are being saved. In addition, the heating films do not swirl dust and there are no overheated or cold places in the room as there are when using radiators.
Cost of maintenance
Heating films are, in principle, a maintenance-free heating system with a lifetime functionality. Unlike water systems, there are no moving parts (pumps, fans, valves …) that would mean hidden costs for heating maintenance. Therefore, after the acquisition of the LARX CARBON-FILM.COM heating system, there is no risk of any other hidden maintenance costs.
Carbon foils are an electric heating system. The only regular annual cost is the inspection of the electrical installation, which should be done every year, regardless of the heating source. Heating films are therefore not covered by boiler inspection, flue gas discharge, etc., as in the case of solid fuel or gas heating.
Summary
The LARX CARBON-FILM.COM heating system comes in comparison with other underfloor heating systems as a clear winner. The cost of purchasing the heat pump itself is usually so high that lower energy consumption makes it difficult to justify its purchase for heating an ordinary family house. The operation of heating films is very comfortable thanks to their efficiency and the whole surface of the heating. From the maintenance cost point of view, heating films have no competition; during their operation, there are no costs for inspections, repairs and maintenance of the heating system. So there are no other hidden costs.
The cost of purchasing a heating system can be significantly reduced by DIY installation. The installation of the LARX CARBON-FILM.COM heating system itself is simple, it can be done by any skilled electrician. On our website you will find instructions, procedures, videos and lots of other information on how to install heating films yourself. In the case of a small installation, for example only one room (corridors, bathrooms, etc.), it is also worth mentioning our LARX Carbon Kit – already connected and insulated strip of heating foil with 3 m long supply cables ready for DIY installation, which is available in all hobby market outlets Hornbach, online at MALL.CZ or dotshop.cz.
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