Hydronic Heating for Large Homes | 1st Choice Heating & Cooling
For larger homes & premium builds

Quiet, even warmth — designed into the home

Hydronic heating delivers silent, consistent comfort across large floor plans. We design and install heat-pump powered systems — underfloor, radiator panels, or trench convectors — integrated with your architecture from concept stage.

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A family with their dog in a modern open-plan living area — premium heating and cooling integrated into the design of a larger Melbourne home. South East Melbourne
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Why this matters

Why hydronic for a large home?

Forced-air systems struggle with scale — uneven temperatures, noisy vents, ducting compromises. Hydronic solves all three.

Silent and even across every room

No fans, no vents, no noise. Heat distributes by radiation and convection — consistent temperatures across large open-plan spaces and bedrooms alike.

Integrated with your architecture

Underfloor heating is invisible. Radiator panels can be concealed or specified to suit the design language. Plant positioned to suit the building, not the catalogue.

Heat-pump powered, all-electric

Modern hydronic systems run from air-to-water heat pumps — no gas, no flue, lower running costs, and rebate-eligible.

Decades of comfort

Hydronic systems are robust and long-lived. Properly installed, they outlast forced-air systems comfortably and require minimal servicing.

Trusted by homeowners

What our customers say

Honest reviews from real installs across South East Melbourne.

★★★★★

"Vitali and the team handled the entire hydronic install on our new build. The detailing is excellent and the system is whisper-quiet. Couldn't fault them."

Jacob Jacobs Full hydronic install, new build
★★★★★

"Got us through a complex hydronic retrofit with minimum disruption. Clear communication, properly licensed across all the trades, no finger-pointing."

Maria Reap Hydronic retrofit + AC
★★★★★

"Honest advice on what we needed and what we didn't. Install was clean, on time, and the system runs beautifully."

Svetlana Mizina Underfloor + radiator combo
How we deliver

A clear, three-step process

From first conversation to commissioned system — designed in, not bolted on.

01

Plan review & site visit

We review your plans (or visit on-site) and discuss your comfort goals, design intent, and energy strategy.

02

System design

Heat-loss calculation, system sized properly, emitter positions marked on plans, plant location resolved with the architect.

03

Installation & commissioning

Installed by our in-house team. System balanced, tested, and handed over with a written commissioning report.

Quick assessment

Not sure which hydronic setup suits your home?

Answer 5 quick questions to narrow the options — underfloor, radiators, or a mix.

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Tell us a little about your home or project and we'll come back within one business day with a clear next step.

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South East Melbourne specialists since 2010
Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Underfloor or radiators — what's best?

Depends on the build. Underfloor is best for new builds and major renovations where slab/screed can be detailed. Radiator panels suit retrofits and rooms that need quick warmth. Often we use a mix.

What about cooling?

Hydronic doesn't cool — we pair it with ducted or split reverse cycle AC, or run a hybrid system using one outdoor unit for both heating and cooling.

Is it expensive to run?

Modern heat-pump powered hydronic is very efficient. Running costs are typically lower than ducted gas, especially in well-insulated homes.

How long does it last?

Properly installed hydronic systems last 20+ years with minimal servicing. The heat pump itself is the wear component — typically 15-20 years.

Ready when you are

Get clarity on what's right for your home

Book a free assessment with our team. No obligation, no pressure — just straight advice from people who actually do the work.