HUG Hydronics Contractor How To Library

Video and Photo Instruction Webpages

Planning
How Do I Determine my heat load needs?
Use our wizard. It uses Manual J calculations, taking into account heat loss, and determine your BTUS needed per hour.
How do I Insulate for In-Floor Heating?
Here are several ways to save energy and insulate for in-floor and radiant heating.
Can I use Heat-Sheet as radon mitigation barrier?
Yes! you will need 2 layers of heat sheet (the bottom layer upside down) with6 mil polyethylene placed between them. For more inforation read this.
What flooring can I use? Or how to retrofit my existing home for in-floor heat?
In-floor heating is easiest to install in concrete, but there are several options for 2nd stories and older homes.
Where can HUG Hydronics be used?
Before pouring lab on grade is easiest and fastest installation for in-floor heating, but it also installs on top of existing floors or under joists. Here is a list of applications for HUG Hydronics.
What Heat Source is Right For my home when using a HUG Hydronics System?
Our wizard can help you choose the right boiler. You can also connect the HUG tank to a wood boiler, solar, or a heat-pump.
Should I use a Regular Thermostat or a Smart Thermostat for my HUG Hydronics in-floor heating system?
Yes, both work well. If it is a simple system, a simple thermostat works wonderful, but if you wish to control the thermostat remotely, a smart thermostat is the way to go.
How do I layout PEX pipes?
PEX pipe layout can be as easily done as spray painting your plans on the floor, or complicated depending on the shape and size of your zones. For more pointers, click here.
Where to place your HUG Hydronics Unit?
On an even surface. It can go under the stairs, in a closet or utility room or on a shelf.
What Tools do I need to install my HUG Hydronics system?
A small screwdriver, wire strippers, something to cut your PEX pipes, and a pair of pliers is all you need to install HUG Hydronics in-floor heating.
Troubleshooting/Maintenance
Adding a Wye Splitter
How to change a Fuse on your HUG Hydronics System
Replacing your Power Supply
Replacing a Control Board
Replacing a Water Sensor
Yearly Recommended Maintenance (w/o antifreeze)
If you used bad water.
2x/Yearly Maintenance with antifreeze
Changing out a pump
Adding a new pump
Troubleshooting your Water Heater
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