Radiant Heating
Warm floors for Richmond District homes. Zoned radiant systems for new construction, ADUs, and garage conversions.
- • New construction & ADUs
- • Remodels & additions
- • System design & zoning
- • Service & repair
Victorian buildings, narrow access, and Title 24 upgrades — Hydroflow is the Richmond District's go-to plumber.
Starting soon, non-compliant standard gas water heaters will be phased out of California. When your old tank fails, you will likely be forced to upgrade to a high-efficiency condensing unit or a heat pump. Upgrading isn't as simple as swapping a tank — high-efficiency units require entirely new infrastructure: dedicated 110v or 220v electrical circuits, condensate drain lines with acid neutralizers, and sealed PVC venting routed to the exterior. Our Advice: If you are planning a remodel right now, run the utilities early. Even if you aren't replacing the heater yet, getting the drain, vent route, and electrical in place will save you thousands of dollars down the road.
Upgrading a water heater to meet new high-efficiency standards can be difficult in older San Francisco Victorians, but homes in The Richmond typically have layouts that make the transition much smoother and significantly less expensive. Ground-floor garages with nearby utilities and accessible exterior walls mean we can complete most upgrades without touching your finished living spaces. The Richmond is one of the most straightforward neighborhoods in SF for high-efficiency upgrades — and one of the few where a heat pump water heater is actually a viable option.
Warm floors for Richmond District homes. Zoned radiant systems for new construction, ADUs, and garage conversions.
Combi-boilers that handle space heating and hot water in a single compact unit — ideal for Richmond District Victorians.
Title 24-compliant tankless and heat pump water heaters. We handle the electrical, venting, and permitting end-to-end.
Whether you need a simple fixture repair, a radiant heating system, or a code-compliant high-efficiency upgrade, Hydroflow is your certified local expert.
Serving The Richmond & All San Francisco Neighborhoods • Licensed & Insured • 20+ Years Experience