Foster Hydronic FAQ
Find out all the common questions we are asked or simply get in touch with us and we’ll assist with any queries.
Our designated, full time experts come with an unparalleled knowledge and a life time of hydronic experience. Rest assured you have only the very best to assist with your hydronic system.
Frequently asked questions
Hydronic Heating operates using a re-circulated hot water system powered by natural or LPG gas. The water is pumped to radiator panels installed throughout the home or through coils installed in the concrete slab. Systems are programmed using a centralised, climate controlled thermostat, but individual radiators and coils can also be independently operated. Hydronic systems are renowned for superior heating comfort and operational efficiency.
All Hydronic systems must be serviced annually to ensure operational efficiency and system longevity. To ensure peace of mind, we recommend all hydronic maintenance be conducted by a specialist, Foster Heating service technician.
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- Operational efficiency (approximately 20-25% cheaper to run than traditional gas ducted system)
- Healthier alternative (asthma and allergy suffers)
- Hydronic Heating is clean, silent and free of dust (no fans, drafts and cold areas).
- Hydronic Heating operates to a consistent, ambient temperature throughout all areas of your home (no drafts).
- Quality and reliability (system longevity)
- Low maintenance
- Environmentally friendly and energy efficient
A hydronic heating system will be approximately 20-25% cheaper to run than a gas ducted system.
Melbourne largest hydronic heating showroom is open:
Monday – Friday: 7am – 4pm
Foster Heating can individually design a hydronic heating systems to suit your individual requirements and budget. Installations costs will vary depending on the size and characteristics of the home. The best way to accurately assess the cost of hydronic heating is to email, phone or visit one of our friendly sales staff to arrange quote.
No. All of our Plumbers, Service Techs and Electricians are Foster Heating employees.
Any home can have hydronic heating installed, however the type, materials and construction of the house may will determine the difficulty and therefor the cost of the installation. Ideally, if you have enough access under the floor to crawl around, then installation is quite easy. If you home is on a concrete slab, the pipework to the radiators may need to be run externally or retro fitted down cavity walls.
All Foster Heating installed systems come with a statutory 7 year workmanship warranty.
- All Ideal hydronic boilers installed by Foster Heating have a 6 year parts and labour warranty.
- All Ideal boilers also feature a 6 year warranty on the heat exchanger.
- All Delonghi radiators are guaranteed by a 30 year manufacturer’s warranty.
- All Rehau pipework and fittings are covered by a 25 year warranty.
Foster Heating installs hydronic heating systems in all areas of metro Melbourne and throughout regional Victoria. Interstate installations can also be arranged for Tasmania, Canberra and NSW.
Please feel free to visit our showroom, bring your plans and discuss your requirements with our professional sales team. Our Showroom Hours are 7am – 4pm (Mon – Fri).
Furthermore, if you have a set of floor plans, you are encouraged to email them to our sales staff. Online quotes will require accurate floor plans and elevations. Additional information such as window sizes, insulation and construction should also be provided if available.
Over the years, Foster Heating has developed a great working relationship with most major home builders.
Foster Heating has the operational flexibility to suit even the most demanding schedule of the large volume builders.
With over 45 years’ experience and almost 10,000 completed hydronic installations, look no further than Victoria’s most experienced Hydronic heating company.
Foster Heating: Your Hydronic Heating Experts
Meet Sam
Hydronic Technician
Origin Somerset, England
Plumbing Since 2000
Foster Engineer Since 2012
