East Sussex · BN1, BN2, BN3
Underfloor Heating in Brighton and Hove
Underfloor heating (UFH) is a wet heating system that circulates warm water through pipework laid beneath the floor finish, connected to a manifold and heat source, providing even heat and working well at the lower flow temperatures suited to heat pumps.
In Brighton and Hove, that covers Kemp Town, Hove, Preston Park, Hanover, Seven Dials, Fiveways, Patcham, Portslade. Brighton and Hove is known for its Regency architecture, extensive Victorian terraced housing, and later 20th-century development, all within a compact coastal city where many properties are in conservation areas and a significant number are listed.
Coverage
Areas we cover in Brighton and Hove for underfloor heating
Property styles in Brighton and Hove
Regency squares and terraces are concentrated around Brunswick, Kemp Town and the seafront, with dense Victorian terraced housing across much of the wider city, and later suburban housing further from the centre. Basement conversions, loft conversions and rear extensions are common project types on the terraced stock, subject to conservation area and party wall considerations.
Planning considerations
Brighton & Hove City Council is the local planning authority. The city has one of the highest concentrations of conservation areas of any local authority in the South East, and many properties are listed, particularly in the Regency squares. Basement work also requires careful consideration of structural and drainage issues in a dense urban setting.
How it works
Our underfloor heating process
- 01
Design
Calculating heat output required per room and planning pipework runs and zoning to suit.
- 02
Installation
Laying pipework, insulation and edge insulation, and connecting to the manifold.
- 03
Screed or floor finish
Coordinating screed pour or floor finish installation, with appropriate curing time before the system is fired up.
- 04
Commissioning
Pressure testing, balancing the manifold and commissioning the system with controls.
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FAQs
Underfloor Heating in Brighton and Hove: FAQs
Do you provide underfloor heating across all of Brighton and Hove?
Yes, we cover the BN1, BN2 and BN3 postcode areas in full, including Kemp Town, Hove, Preston Park, Hanover, Seven Dials, Fiveways, Patcham, Portslade.
Can underfloor heating be retrofitted into an existing floor?
Yes, low-profile retrofit systems are available for existing floors, though the practical option depends on the existing floor build-up and door threshold heights, which we assess on survey.
How long does screed take to cure before I can use UFH?
A traditional screed typically needs around four to six weeks to cure before the system is gradually brought up to full temperature, following the screed manufacturer's guidance. Faster-curing screed products can reduce this.
Can I extend a listed Regency property in Brighton?
Alterations to listed buildings require listed building consent in addition to any planning permission, and the historic character of Regency terraces means proposals are considered carefully. We assess feasibility on a case-by-case basis.
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Last reviewed 2026-07-28.