Commercial Radiant Heat
Systems at the Jersey
Shore & Central NJ

Key Features of Commercial Radiant Heating Systems For NJ Facilities

• Efficient & Targeted Heat Delivery: Radiant systems warm surfaces and occupants directly instead of heating large volumes of air, helping reduce energy loss through ductwork and unused space.
• Comfort & Quiet Operation: With little to no fan or duct noise, radiant heat provides consistent comfort, ideal for workspaces, retail environments, and hospitality settings.
• Improved Air Quality: Minimal air movement means less dust, allergens, and airborne particles circulating throughout the space.
• Flexible Design for Commercial Spaces: Performs especially well in high-ceiling, open, or multi-zone environments where traditional forced-air systems may struggle to maintain even temperatures.

How Commercial Radiant Heating
Systems Work

Instead of circulating warm air through ductwork, radiant systems transfer heat through warm floors or panels. Heat is typically supplied through hydronic (hot water) tubing or electric radiant elements installed beneath floors or within ceiling or wall panels.

• Heat delivered through floors or radiant panels
• Hydronic and electric system configurations
• Minimal reliance on air circulation
• Even temperature distribution across occupied areas
• Reduced stratification in large spaces

Types of Commercial Radiant Heating Systems We Install In-Floor, Overhead & Hydronic

Commercial radiant heating covers several distinct technologies — each suited to different facility types, building configurations, and operational requirements. At Environmental Air Systems we install all major commercial radiant heating system types across New Jersey and will recommend the right approach based on your facility's specific heating load, construction, and budget.

• Hydronic In-Floor Radiant Heat - Hot water circulates through tubing embedded in or beneath the floor surface, warming the floor which then radiates heat evenly into the occupied space. The most comfortable and efficient radiant heating option for occupied commercial spaces — showrooms, retail environments, restaurants, medical offices, and any facility where floor-level warmth and quiet operation are priorities. Requires a boiler or water heater as the heat source and is most cost-effective in new construction or major renovation where tubing can be embedded during slab or subfloor work.
• Overhead Infrared Tube Heaters - Gas-fired infrared tube heaters mount overhead and emit radiant energy that warms people, equipment, and surfaces directly — similar to the warmth of sunlight — without heating the full air volume of the space. The most practical and cost-effective commercial radiant solution for warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing facilities, aircraft hangars, service bays, and any high-bay application where heating the entire air volume is impractical. Installation is significantly simpler than in-floor systems and does not require floor modification. We install and service all major commercial infrared tube heater brands.
• Electric Radiant Heating - Electric radiant systems use resistance heating elements embedded in floors, walls, or ceiling panels. Practical for supplemental heating in specific zones, smaller commercial spaces, or buildings without gas service. Lower installation cost than hydronic systems but higher operating cost in NJ's utility rate environment — most appropriate as a targeted zone solution rather than a primary heating source for larger commercial facilities.
• Radiant Panel Systems - Wall-mounted or ceiling-mounted radiant panels that provide localized heating in specific areas — reception areas, offices, retail spaces, or other zones where targeted comfort heating is needed. Available in electric and hydronic configurations. A practical option for adding spot heating to specific areas of a larger facility without modifying the primary heating system.