Homeowners choose hydronic heating because they’re looking for a level of comfort they can’t achieve with forced-air systems. Especially popular in mountainous areas with cooler climates, many of these homes are built for luxury and for their spectacular views, with vaulted ceilings and large windows. So when a homeowner realizes in the middle of winter that the living room is 65° F and the bedrooms are 80°, he searches for a skilled professional to correct the problem — because he doesn’t just want a beautiful home, he wants a comfortable one, too.
Unfortunately, the plumbing and HVAC industries are experiencing a severe shortage of qualified contractors. Finding service technicians properly trained in hydronics is even more challenging. Designing, installing and servicing complex hydronic heating systems requires a level of knowledge and expertise not commonly found in today’s skilled trade talent pool. So when homeowners call a plumbing or HVAC business to service their imbalanced hydronic system, they aren’t guaranteed to find a company well-trained to address the problem.