Essential in a home, heating is an equipment that ensures the daily comfort of its occupants. The central element of the system being the boiler, it guarantees the transmission of thermal energy to ensure the supply of domestic hot water and to heat the dwelling. However, the heating elements do not only consist of the boiler and radiators.
Various elements ensure the proper functioning of the heating system such as:
- the circulator;
- the valve;
- the relay;
- the hydraulic separator;
- the thermostat;
- the seals and fittings.
In case of breakdown or wear of parts, it is essential to replace them to ensure the smooth operation of the system. Indeed, heating elements are distributed in different systems, namely:
- the heat generator;
- the distribution system;
- the heat emitting devices.
These various elements form the heating circuit that feeds the distribution system to heat the rooms of a dwelling and produce hot water. The boiler is the main component of the heating system and meets all needs:
- solar heating: operating with a renewable energy source, it is often combined with a heating system to provide heat and domestic hot water;
- wood heating: it corresponds to installations such as wood boilers, inserts, or stoves;
- the heat pump;
- gas heating: it corresponds to condensing boilers, underfloor heating, and radiators;
- electric heating: suitable for small spaces, it fits electrical appliances like convectors, radiators, and radiant heaters.
In a closed circuit, the air heats up more quickly to rise to the ceiling and then descend back to the ground to cool. This distribution ensures in particular better air circulation to guarantee optimal comfort in the rooms connected to the system.