Hi, I am just working out construction drawings for my new build bungalow. I would like to make the house airtight, use increased levels of insulation, and use MHRV to minimise heat loss. I had also planned on putting in underfloor heating in the living areas with rads in the bedrooms. I plan on using solar panels for hot water for showers etc. and then condenser oil burner for heating. My question is, am I wasting money putting in underfloor when I am also paying for extra insulation and MHRV.
Would I be better off putting in aluminium radiators instead of the added expense of underfloor?
One builder I spoke to recommended going with underfloor throughout the whole house and dropping the MHRV as the Electricity costs are too high for this but I think having an airtight house is the best way forward. Anyone aware of the typical running costs of MHRV?
Any opinions welcome… need to make a decision on it fairly quickly and afraid I’ll end up choosing the wrong thing
Would I be better off putting in aluminium radiators instead of the added expense of underfloor?
One builder I spoke to recommended going with underfloor throughout the whole house and dropping the MHRV as the Electricity costs are too high for this but I think having an airtight house is the best way forward. Anyone aware of the typical running costs of MHRV?
Any opinions welcome… need to make a decision on it fairly quickly and afraid I’ll end up choosing the wrong thing