Underfloor Heating Quote Example for a 120 m² House
A worked example of a wet underfloor heating quote for a house of about 120 m²: how to state pipe lengths, show the manifold and cabinet, and spell out what is excluded.
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Sample quote
Detached house, wet underfloor heating, approx. 120 m²
Customer: Mr and Mrs Patel, Harrogate
| # | Product | Qty | Unit | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fränkische ff-therm multi Sheathed, Oxygen-Barrier PE-Xa PipeFränkische · 72016630 | 600 | m | For approx. 120 m² floor area |
| 2 | Fränkische profitherm Steel Manifold with Flow IndicatorFränkische · 79503006 | 1 | nr | Manifold with flow meters, all rooms |
| 3 | Fränkische profitherm Recessed Manifold CabinetFränkische · 79506002 | 1 | nr | Flush-mounted cabinet in the hallway |
| 4 | Lay and fix underfloor heating pipe | 120 | m² | Service lines |
| 5 | Fit manifold and cabinet, connect circuits | 1 | item | |
| 6 | Pressure test with test certificate | 1 | item | |
| 7 | Balancing and commissioning | 1 | item |
- All prices exclude VAT at 20%.
- This quotation is valid for 30 days from the date of issue.
- Insulation, screed and heat source are excluded.
- System kept under pressure while the screed is laid.
- Payment: 40% on order, balance after pressure test.
Prices are not shown in the example; you enter your own prices in the quote generator.
What an underfloor heating quote should include
A good underfloor heating quote is more than a price for pipe. The homeowner wants to see the pipe length, manifold, manifold cabinet, laying labour, pressure test and commissioning in one document. Who supplies the insulation boards, edge strip and screed should also be clear from the start.
- Pipe: type and total length in metres
- Manifold: number of circuits and whether flow meters are fitted
- Manifold cabinet: flush or surface mounted, and its location
- Labour: pipe laying, manifold connection, pressure test, commissioning
- Terms: VAT, validity, payment stages and exclusions
Work out pipe lengths room by room
Take off the pipe room by room rather than as one figure: lounge, bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom and hall. The net floor area of each room, the chosen pipe spacing and the distance back to the manifold set the length of each circuit. Tighter spacing means more pipe per square metre. The example lists 600 m of Fränkische ff-therm multi PE-Xa pipe for about 120 m²; on your own job, confirm the figure with a heat loss calculation and the manufacturer's layout tables. Mentioning an allowance for offcuts in a note avoids arguments about shortfalls later.
Choosing the manifold and cabinet
The number of manifold ports follows the number of rooms and the circuit lengths. A manifold with flow meters makes it easier to balance the circuits; the example uses a Fränkische profitherm steel manifold. State on the quote whether the cabinet is flush or surface mounted, which wall it goes on and who forms the recess. A manifold position close to the middle of the house keeps the circuit lengths similar.
Pin down scope and site conditions
Much of the difference between two underfloor heating quotes is scope. Who supplies the insulation, edge strip, damp-proof membrane and screed? Are the heat source (boiler or heat pump) and room thermostats included? If they are not yours, list them under Exclusions. It is also good practice to state that the system stays under pressure while the screed is laid and that the first heat-up is done gradually.
Build the quote and follow it up
All products in this example can be added from the catalogue in the free Tekliva online quote generator. You enter your own prices and download a PDF with your logo, no account needed. After sending, the Tekliva panel shows when the homeowner opens the link, sets follow-up reminders and lets you mark the job as hot, warm or cold. Homeowners usually compare several quotes, so a well-timed follow-up call often decides who gets the job.
FAQ
How much underfloor heating pipe does a 120 m² house need?
It depends on pipe spacing, room layout and manifold position. The example uses 600 m; check your own figure with a heat loss calculation and the manufacturer's tables.
Should screed be included in an underfloor heating quote?
Screed is often supplied by a separate contractor. If it is not in your scope, list it clearly under Exclusions.
What VAT applies to underfloor heating in the UK?
Supply and installation is normally charged at the standard rate of 20%. State whether your prices include or exclude VAT.
Does the manifold need flow meters?
They are not essential, but flow meters make balancing the circuits and later checks much easier.
Is there a free underfloor heating quote template?
The free Tekliva online quote generator lets you add the products in this example from the catalogue and create a branded PDF quote with your own prices.