Worthwhile removing old underfloor heating?

[Corensman]

Hi

Am looking at a buying 1960s 3 bed house with a hot air heating system with heat coming through vents in the floor from a large ( probably original ) boiler

I'd prefer to replace it with all new combi system and new radiators

I think my options are
- Completely remove old pipework and boiler and replace with new combi system
- Leave existing pipework in place , remove old boiler and instal new combi as above
- Combine the two- if it can be done , putting in a new boiler which can feed the old system and also work with new radiators . No idea if this possible

If anyones got any thoughts on the most viable and economic option..

Cheers

Corensman:wink5:...novice!!

 

[mountainman]

I'd suggest that you get a few estimates to get the work done then choose the best one that suits your needs.

 

[Destroyer2813]

Slightly confussed do you have hot air vents or rads on the existing system ? Post your location and someone on the forum.may be able to.help you

 

[Corensman]

Slightly confussed do you have hot air vents or rads on the existing system ? Post your location and someone on the forum.may be able to.help you

Thanks for your reply Destroyer

Its a 60's detached which we're thinking of putting in an offer on in the next few days - but need to know if the options I mentioned are viable / economical for us.

It doesnt have any radiators at all. All the rooms have underfloor heating coming through postbox size vents in the floor. I haven't seen these before but I'm certainly no expert .

We're in the Twickenham area

Thanks

 

[Destroyer2813]

In that case you will need a completely new wet system for heating rads, so in simple terms a complete new system there's quite a few guys from London on here not sure how close to you but if you go through with the purchase come back here and post in the I need a plumber section

 

[Destroyer2813]

On another note the ducts don't nessercerly need to come out to do this but if your going to do a renovation on the property may be worth doing

 

[Corensman]

In that case you will need a completely new wet system for heating rads, so in simple terms a complete new system there's quite a few guys from London on here not sure how close to you but if you go through with the purchase come back here and post in the I need a plumber section

Thanks again Destroyer

 

[Destroyer2813]

No problem

 

[stevetheplumber]

its a complete new system you need if the hot air unit is on the first floor landing you can fit a combi in the cupboard with vertical flue through loft

 

[anz]

From the options you've listed, the only sensible option is to replace the whole lot.

Obtaining a few quotes will give you an idea of price and also the type of system recommended by the professionals.

Once you've got all this information you'd be better placed to make an informed decision.

It will be better to replace the system now, whilst the property is empty.

Us guys prefer it when its empty and you'll also have less mess and more options with pipe routes, radiator locations, etc.

 

[Corensman]

its a complete new system you need if the hot air unit is on the first floor landing you can fit a combi in the cupboard with vertical flue through loft

Steve - appreciate your reply

The old existing boiler unit is in a cupboard in the kitchen and as high as the door frame . I know that a complete new combi and radiators in is the right way to go but I'm not sure if removing the underfloor piping in the screed on the ground floor and throughout the rest of house plus the old boiler is a big or expensive job.

On top of that I've been told to watch for asbestos around the piping which I'm told was common at the time . Is getting rid of it all a straightforward job or is it
( especially if asbestos is involved ) going to be push up the job price dramatically .

Thanks for your reply

Corensman