UFH CAD Design Frequently Asked Questions
If you would like to learn more about how UFH CAD Designs can help you, we have a number of frequently asked questions (FAQ) below. Otherwise, feel free to get in touch with us if you have any further questions or would like to chat about working with us.
General Service Questions
Do you supply underfloor heating systems or materials?
No. UFH CAD Designs provides design-only services. We do not supply pipe, manifolds, controls or installation materials. This keeps our work independent and allows trade clients to choose the most suitable system for each project.
What does UFH CAD Designs actually do?
We provide outsourced underfloor heating CAD design, including pipe layout drawings, zoning, manifold planning and output calculations. Our designs are produced for trade professionals working on domestic and commercial UFH projects.
Who is your service aimed at?
Our service is designed specifically for trade clients, including:
- UFH system suppliers needing design support
- UFH installers and heating engineers
- Screeding companies
- Contractors and developers
We do not work directly with homeowners or DIY projects.
Do you work with self-builders or homeowners?
No. Our service is trade-only. Self-build projects often require extensive support and product advice, which is outside our remit as a specialist outsourced design provider.
Do you hold professional indemnity insurance for UFH design work?
Yes. We carry professional indemnity insurance specifically covering our UFH CAD design services.
This provides reassurance to trade clients that our work is professionally delivered and appropriately insured — something that is particularly important for commercial projects, client-facing designs and British Standards–compliant work.
Because all of our UFH CAD design is completed in-house in the UK, our service operates within UK professional and insurance frameworks, offering a level of accountability that is not always available with offshore design providers.
Design & Technical Questions
What is included in a UFH CAD design package?
A typical UFH CAD design package may include:
- CAD pipe layout drawings
- Room zoning and circuit planning
- Manifold positioning and routing
- Output and performance calculations
- Supporting documentation for installation teams
Each design is tailored to the specific project requirements.
Are your UFH designs compliant with British Standards?
Yes. All designs are produced in in accordance with BS EN1264 and CIBSE Standards, ensuring systems are engineered properly rather than based on generic layouts.
Are your designs suitable for both domestic and commercial projects?
Yes. We design UFH systems for:
- Residential new builds
- Retrofit installations
- Commercial floors
- Mixed-use developments
Designs are tailored to the application, floor build-up and heating demand.
Do you offer retrofit UFH design support?
Yes. We regularly design UFH layouts for retrofit projects, where floor build-up restrictions and installation constraints require careful planning.
Outsourcing & Delivery Questions
What does “outsourced UFH CAD design” mean?
Outsourced UFH CAD design means we act as your external design department, producing professional underfloor heating layouts and calculations without you needing to employ an in-house CAD designer.
Is your design work completed in-house?
Yes. Everything we do is completed in-house by our UK-based team. We do not outsource work overseas.
Do you provide white-label UFH CAD designs?
Yes. All designs can be supplied fully white-label, allowing you to issue drawings and documentation under your own company branding.
This is particularly valuable for screeders, installers, contractors and suppliers offering UFH as part of their package.
We guarantee complete confidentiality for your clients.
Will your name appear on the drawings?
White-label delivery means UFH CAD Designs branding is not required unless requested. Designs can be supplied ready for client issue under your own name.
Turnaround & Project Timelines
How quickly can you deliver a UFH CAD design?
Many projects are required urgently. Subject to complexity and the information provided, we can often deliver next working-day turnaround as standard
Our service is structured specifically to support real-world site timelines.
Can you help with last-minute UFH design requests?
Yes. A large proportion of our work is requested at short notice, often when screed dates or installation deadlines are already fixed. Our in-house team is set up to respond quickly.
What information do you need to begin a design?
To produce an accurate UFH CAD design, we typically require:
- Floor plans or drawings
- Project type (new build or retrofit)
- Floor construction/build-up details
- Zone requirements
- Manifold locations
- Heat source
- Timescale and urgency
Clear information helps ensure fast turnaround.
Trade Client Questions
Do you work with screeding companies?
Yes. Many screeding contractors now offer complete UFH floor packages. We support this by providing white-label CAD designs and performance calculations that allow screeders to expand their service offering.
Do you work with UFH system suppliers?
Yes. We provide independent outsourced design support for system suppliers who require additional CAD capacity or white-label documentation for customers.
Are your designs tied to any specific UFH system?
No. Because we do not supply products, our designs are independent of any manufacturer or system. This prevents supplier lock-in and gives trade clients full flexibility.
Can you support ongoing design requirements?
Yes. Many of our clients use us as a long-term outsourced partner, allowing them to scale design support as workload increases without hiring internally.
Getting Started
How do I request a quote or design?
Simply contact us with your project drawings and required timescale. We’ll review the information and provide a clear quotation for outsourced UFH CAD design support.
Do you offer installation services?
No. We provide design-only services. Installation is carried out by your chosen trade professional.