Churches can be vast, draughty buildings - often with centuries of history - where traditional boilers or air systems struggle to deliver comfort. At the same time, budgets are limited, energy prices are rising, and dioceses are under pressure to meet Net Zero 2030 targets.
As one of the UK’s leading infrared heating specialists, we have ARCAngel; the most comprehensive range of heating solutions specifically for churches.
Churches are often beautiful, complex, and energy-intensive to heat.
High ceilings, draughty doors, and irregular use mean traditional ambient heating systems are costly and inefficient to run.
Infrared heating offers an unobtrusive, cost-effective, and direct way to keep congregations comfortable while respecting architectural integrity.
Convection systems push warm air upwards where it’s not needed.
Radiators and blown air systems can damage plaster, wood, and stone by heating too fast.
Gas and oil boilers are inefficient and expensive to maintain
Heating the whole church, even when only a small area is in use.
Infrared warms congregations and churches directly, not the air. It is better than traditional convection systems because:
Protects the fabric of heritage buildings.
Heat only the pews, chapels, vestries, or offices in use
No need to preheat hours in advance
Electric, low-maintenance, and compatible with Solar PV and renewable energy tariffs
Congregations feel the warmer than the air around them due to the direct heating effect of the infrared
There is the flexibility to choose what is right for your church and how it is used.
The ARCAngel Solution brings together nine hero products, with church requirements in mind.
It’s the largest dedicated collection of infrared heating solutions for churches in the UK.
Discreet overhead warmth for congregational spaces, ideal for 'Total' and 'Zone' heating
Powerful coverage for large naves and halls, ideal for 'Total' and 'Zone' heating
No-glow medium-wave infrared heater in black or white for focused or spot heating
No-glow infrared heater for zone or spot heating, device can be colour-matched to blend with heritage décor
Premium EIHA-certified infrared panel for heating smaller rooms, wall or ceiling installation
Under Pew Heaters, zone heating, delivering warmth directly to seated congregations
Bespoke heated seat pads for pews, benches or seats, providing personal comfort
Altar's mensa and floor heating mats for focused warmth in and around the Sanctuary
Efficient personal infrared heating for vestries, offices, or administration spaces
Churches are unique: they may sit empty for much of the week, then host full services, community groups, weddings, or choir rehearsals.
ARCAngel adapts to these usage patterns with:
Together, these products allow our specification team to design a bespoke heating solution for each church, balancing comfort, heritage sensitivity, and efficiency. Designed around church life
Can I just express our gratitude to the two installers who worked hard and cheerfully and left the hall clean and tidy.
We understand that heating decisions in churches involve more than comfort - they must align with requirements for sustainability and heritage care.
We can also support funding and approval processes by providing detailed specifications and proposals.
ARCAngel supports the following diocesan requirements:
With efficient, effective electric heating
Compared to fossil fuels
By avoiding damaging rapid heat cycles
We draw on a wealth of experience from infrared heating installations in churches across the UK and Europe.
It is certainly not a case of one size fits all. Offering a range of heating technologies allows us to recommend the most appropriate heating product for your church
Bespoke heat loss calculations and personal designs - no online calculators or guesswork.
We only work with trusted manufactures like ETHERMA, with certifications such as EIHA Accreditation
We help navigate diocesan and heritage approvals.
We're only ever a phone call away. If you're not comfortable, neither are we.
Whether you manage a historic parish church, a modern worship space, or a community hall, ARC Thermal can design the right ARCAngel package for you.
