Electric boilers are quickly becoming a popular choice across commercial and industrial sectors for temporary and supplementary heating. Whether you’re supporting a construction project, commissioning underfloor heating, or need a low-emission solution for a sensitive site, electric boiler hire offers a flexible, clean and efficient alternative to traditional fuel-fired systems.
In this blog, we take a closer look at three of the most common and practical applications for electric boilers on-site.
1. TESTING UNDERFLOOR HEATING SYSTEMS
Underfloor heating (UFH) systems require precise heat and pressure testing before being commissioned. This ensures the system is running safely and efficiently, and highlights any issues before the flooring goes down.
Electric boilers are ideally suited to this phase because they:
- Connect easily to temporary pipework and controls
- Provide consistent, controlled heat
- Can be used on demand without a full plant room setup
- Are compact and portable, ideal for unfinished or access-restricted buildings
By using an electric boiler, contractors can test underfloor systems thoroughly without waiting for the final heating plant to be operational. This allows work to continue smoothly and keeps the overall project on track.
2. DRYING SCREED EFFICIENTLY
Proper screed drying is critical on construction sites, especially where underfloor heating is being installed. Drying too quickly, too slowly, or unevenly can lead to cracking, movement, or floor covering failure.
Electric boilers play a key role here, as they can be connected to the underfloor heating system and used to apply controlled heat in line with recommended drying cycles.
This:
- Accelerates drying time
- Ensures even heat distribution
- Reduces the risk of defects or rework
- Keeps internal works progressing during colder months
Electric boiler hire gives site managers greater control over the environment, even when the main heating infrastructure isn’t yet in place.
3. ELECTRIC BOILERS IN CONSTRUCTION SETTINGS
Electric boilers are particularly valuable on construction sites where:
- A gas supply isn’t available or permitted
- Environmental restrictions apply (e.g. emissions or noise limits)
- Temporary heating is required in internal zones/during finishing stages
Because they’re emission-free, quiet, and easy to position, electric boilers are well-suited to urban builds, phased refurbishments, and sensitive environments like schools and hospitals under renovation.
They can also be used as:
- Backup heating during plant changeovers
- Temporary heat for drying rooms etc.
- A solution for projects working toward BREEAM or net-zero goals
WHY CHOOSE ELECTRIC BOILERS? ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:
In addition to these specific applications, electric boilers offer a number of wider benefits:
+ LOW MAINTENANCE – no fuel lines, burners or emissions controls
+ PLUG AND PLAY SETUP – quick to deploy and remove
+ QUIET OPERATION – suitable for noise-sensitive or occupied sites
+ PRECISE CONTROL – ideal for specific temperature requirements
Electric boiler hire is also scalable from small installations for testing, to larger units supporting extensive internal heating loads.
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At Ideal Heat Solutions, we support commercial and industrial clients with electric boiler hire across the South East and beyond. Whether you’re managing a construction project, refurbishing a commercial site, or need a clean heating source for temporary use, we’ll recommend the right unit and setup for your needs.
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