Smarter Heating for Village Halls...Why Infrared Could Be the Best Investment You Make

Struggling with high heating bills, chilly corners, or inefficient old radiators? You’re not alone.

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ARC fitted a new infrared heating system to our Village Hall. The cost was extremely competitive, and we were very happy with the system

Carolyn Atherton, Hainford Village Hall
I would like to thank you, and your engineer Damian, for all the advice that you have given to us and your readiness to answer questions. I found not a single negative word or comment about ARC Thermal Products during all the conversations that I have had with hall personnel where your equipment has been installed.
I will be happy to relay positive comments about the experience that I have had with your company, and I wish you good luck and continued success with your business.

Chairman, Coreley Memorial Hall Committee
Our chairman consulted with you to plan a new heating scheme for the hall. You were very helpful and provided all the information that we needed. I am pleased to tell you that the system is now installed and working. Our electricians did a fine job and the result is just as we hoped. The units are neat, unobtrusive, silent and efficient. So far all of the hall users are delighted to be comfortably warm. Thank you for your advice and excellent service.

Chairman, Secretary to Trustees, Sedgwick Village Hall
ARC Thermal proved to be professional and easy to deal with. Following a site visit and a proposal, the Committee was happy to proceed. The installation process went well and there is a nicer atmosphere throughout our building now. It doesn’t feel like a school hall any longer. The heat is consistent, and we love it. Hirers have said that it’s brilliant. Not too hot, nor too cold. The committee members are happy which means that, all in all, this story has a happy ending for everyone who uses our building.

Chris Kerwin, Young Gen

For many village halls and community spaces, heating is one of the biggest challenges and the biggest drains on budget. Traditional convection systems often fall short: they take too long to warm up, cost a fortune to run, and still leave people cold.

There is a better way. At ARC Thermal, we specialise in infrared heating a modern, low-maintenance, energy-efficient solution that’s transforming how village halls stay warm.

Zonal Control

Heat only the rooms in use, at the times they’re needed

Fast response

Warmth felt in minutes, not hours

No heat stratification

Heats people directly, not just the air above them

Ceiling or wall mounted units

Saves valuable floor space and avoids damage

Smart thermostats +App control

Fully programmable

Compatible with Solar PV

Lower running costs and carbon footprint

EIHA Quality Certified Product

Guaranteed performance, safety and efficiency

Old halls deserve new thinking. Infrared heating is the future for community buildings

What is infrared heating - and why does it work so well in community buildings?

Infrared heaters don’t waste energy trying to warm the air. Instead, they gently radiate heat directly to people, walls, floors, and objects - just like the sun.

Infrared is a particularly smart choice for intermittently used buildings -like village halls, scout huts, churches, and community centres - where you don’t want to keep the heating on 24/7 just to take the chill off.

This means:

Faster Warmth

heat is felt immediately

No wasted heat at ceiling height

perfect for buildings with high or vaulted ceilings

Consistent, comfortable warmth

with no noisy fans or drafts

Reduced allergens and dust

no air circulation

Ultra-low maintenance

with no moving parts to service

Real results from real community spaces

Our hall heats much quicker and to a more comfortable temperature than ever before. On the back of this, we’ve been receiving many new users of the space

Grants & funding available

Energy efficiency improvements don’t have to be unaffordable. ARC Thermal offers guidance on funding and grant support, with eligibility for schemes that can cover 25–40% of the project cost – often between £1,000–£10,000.

We’ll help you navigate:

Community energy grant applications

Local authority schemes

Renewable integration options

e.g. combining solar and heating upgrades

What’s involved?

We make it simple.

Whether you’re after supply only, full turnkey installation, or something in between, ARC Thermal offers:

Expert product advice

Site-specific design and heat loss calculation

Supply and delivery

Installation via trusted local partners

Ongoing aftercare and app support

Want a quote? You’ll just need to provide:

A basic floor plan or sketch

Ceiling height and insulation info

Photos of your building

Inside and Out

Details of any existing heating systems

Electrical Supply details

single or 3-phase

A Future-Proof Investment

Infrared systems typically last 20+ years with minimal servicing, offering huge long-term savings. And when paired with solar PV (also available via ARC), it’s possible to cut running costs to near-zero and secure protection against energy price hikes.

Thank you for the prompt and efficient handling of our village hall infrared heating project. We are very pleased with it. Thanks again and best wishes to you and the team at ARC Thermal.

Ready to warm up your community?

Whether you're running a scout hut, village hall, church, or community centre, ARC Thermal is here to help you future-proof your building with smarter, cleaner, more cost-effective heating.

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