Hydronic Balancing

Hydronic balancing is the process of adjusting the flow of water in a building’s heating and cooling piping system. This is achieved by equalizing the pressure throughout the system. When the system has been properly balanced a consistent heating and cooling climate is achieved. This helps the system run efficiently and helps to reduce operating costs.

The actual balancing of the hydronic system is done by adjusting balancing valves, pressure independent control valves and differential pressure controls. The balancing is based upon flow rates given by a professional that designed the system.