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December 19, 2008 00:12 AM  BY STACEY BARRUS
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Hydronic under floor heating are the most
popular form of radiant heaters. This is mainly
because these radiant
heaters have been around the longest. This form of
heating was first used by the Romans, but there
have been significant developments since. In the
most recent hydronic systems, PEX radiant tubing has
been installed in a concrete mass called Gypsum
Concrete or “Gypcrete.” This
method works very well in most applications, but there
have been developments in the installation
process of hydronic under floor radiant
heaters that make it easier to install for certain
situations. This new development is known as a
low-mass or modular board underlayment system.
Rather than embedding the hot water tubing in concrete,
the PEX tubing is laid in the grooves of pre-cut
wood panels. This new method is ideal for
remodeling and most new construction projects.
If you’d like to know more about both types of
hydronic heating systems, contact the expert staff at
warmzone.com. They can help
match your individual project with the best system at the
best price. There isn’t a single system out
there that is an ideal fit for every project, but
there is an ideal system for every project. Also,
because of the relationship that warmzone.com has with the
manufacturers, they can guarantee the lowest price on
the highest quality systems available.
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April 08, 2011 00:04 AM  BY JEN HALLAM
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It's Time to
Consider Radiant Heat
I did not grow up
in the era when you could hear “read all about
it” on every corner on your way home from work
as small boys peddled papers touting the days big news
stories. Even so, it makes me feel nostalgic for a
time I didn’t get to enjoy but have heard about many
times. I can be a part of the movement that says
“hold the press” although print is
becoming less mainstream now than digital. Since we are in a
digital age I guess the more accurate way to tell you
to stop what you are doing is “drop that
keyboard and step away from your computer.” At least
then I’d have time to share the exciting fact
that
radiant heating
is more affordable than ever. In theory it has always
sounded so appealing to enjoy the many benefits of radiant
heating, both indoors and out. Many enjoy heated
driveways, while many others enjoy heated floors.
Radiant heated
driveways and radiant heated floors alike have much
to offer a home in terms of home improvement and the
level of enjoyment you’ll get from each product.
The even better
news starts here, so I hope you didn’t tune me out as
I rambled on and on about stopping the presses and
dropping your keyboards. Now radiant heating is more
affordable than ever. It has become a popular home
improvement choice for homeowners who want to add value and
comfort to their home without laying out a lot of cash
to do it. Contact a
Warmzone radiant heat specialist today to get
started and start enjoying some of the amazing
inventions to come our way since the days of those newsies
out selling the paper.
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March 02, 2011 00:03 AM  BY WARMZONE
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Online Wall
Street Journal Interviews Warmzone Sales Manager, Bryan
Morris
The Wall Street
Journal recently cited Warmzone Sales Manager, Bryan
Morris, in an online article, “
The New Cold Warrior
,” published January 19, 2011. The piece
features an in-depth view of the various snow removal
tools and methods that are available to homeowners
nowadays; ranging from battery operated snow blowers and
ergonomic shovels to fully automated
radiant heat systems. The general emphasis of
the article is that high-tech snow removal solutions are on
the rise because they are not only easy on the driveway and
surrounding property, but also on the body.
Much of the
exposé was devoted to Warmzone, including a spotlight
on one of its recent snow
melting projects. Richard Silverstein of Chappaqua,
N.Y., purchased the snow
melting system from Warmzone for his home’s
steep 8,000-square-foot stone-paver driveway and walkways
around his outdoor hot tub. The 60-year-old
neuro-ophthalmologist works out of his house and was
concerned that patients and visitors might hurt themselves
because of icy conditions. The Journal was particularly
interested in the Silverstein job because of the size
and scope of the project.
Dr. Silverstein
emphasized that he didn’t want to be at the mercy of
numerous plows and snow blowers, but instead wanted to be
"stress free" during the winter months. That’s
when he decided to explore the options for radiant
heat. Bryan Morris was the Warmzone representative
who answered Dr. Silverstein’s call. Together with a
team of designers and electrical engineers, Morris
worked to develop the extensive snow
melting system.
“At
Warmzone,” Morris stated, “we deal with a
variety of affordable environmentally green products;
ranging from interior floor heating
solutions to heated
driveways and snow melting systems that melt snow
and ice from roofs, gutters, walkways, ramps, etc. Our
approach is to thoroughly understand our customer’s
needs, recommend services and solutions to meet those
needs, and to support them before, during and after
the sale.”
As a leader of
radiant heat solutions, Warmzone carries a host of industry-leading
snow melting and radiant floor heating products. The
company also provides professional radiant
heat design services along with detailed CAD
drawings of each radiant heat system.
The Wall Street
Journal article further elaborated on the components of
Warmzone’s automated snow melting
systems in addition to the cost and benefits of
electric radiant heating. For a FREE quote, or to
learn more about Warmzone heated driveways, roof deicing or radiant heated
floors, visit the Warmzone website or call a radiant heat expert
today, at 888.488.9276.
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December 21, 2008 00:12 AM  BY STACEY BARRUS
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Innovations in home heating are here and ready
to keep your home comfortably heated!Flat
panel radiant
heaters are used to heat objects via radiant heat
transfer. These radiant heaters have
traditionally been used in a variety of industries
and applications. Some of these applications include
space heating, drying, curing, and water
evaporation. More recently, these heating
systems are also gaining popularity in home heating
applications as well.
Radiant
heaters use different types of emitter surfaces.
Choices include: quartz, high-temperature glass,
stainless steel, and ceramic tiles. These are
all materials that are easily and efficiently used in
home applications such as flooring, countertops,
and towel racks. Because these items are easily
turned into emitter surfaces for radiant heat,
they can easily and beautifully be incorporated into
home heating applications such as heated floors,
walls, and towel racks.
To find out about radiant
heaters for your home, check with the folks at
warmzone.com. They have a complete product catalog of
radiant heating solutions that can accommodate
almost any application or budget.
Radiant Heaters Tip:
Not only are radiant
heaters a great way to efficiently heat a home,
while maximizing your home’s beauty, but
they are very cost effective and easy to
install.
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October 25, 2008 00:10 AM  BY STACEY BARRUS
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If you’ve
been researching home
heating systems, chances are your head is
spinning right about now. It’s no wonder!
The number of types of radiant heaters available for
residences or businesses could make anyone dizzy in no time
at all. There’s really a lot of selection for
homeowners to choose from. Today we’ll discuss
the electric cable heating system kind of radiant
heaters. Electric cable heating systems are gaining
popularity in as radiant heaters and are ideal for
heating smaller areas (10-300 square feet) like
bathrooms, kitchens, and sun rooms. These systems are
comprised of a thermostat and a heating cable. On some
systems, the cable is be shipped as a large spool of
cable. These systems are oftentimes less expensive,
and give you the ability to space the cable how you want
and customize a layout that will heat every square inch of
your floor. Other systems have the cable attached to a
plastic mesh or tape to create a mat to maintain its
proper spacing.
Every available cable system is equally
effective, so when determining which radiant heater
system to purchase, you should look at the warranty of
the product, along with the ease of installation. Some
cables must be embedded in a separate layer of
concrete or mortar, whereas other systems can simply
be installed in the thinset.
Radiant Heaters Tip: When heating smaller
areas with a radiant heater, it is next to impossible
to beat the simplicity and price of an electric cable
heating system.
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December 15, 2008 00:12 AM  BY STACEY BARRUS
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Yes, it might take a little effort, but being
more environmentally friendly doesn’t
have to involve major renovations. Many people waste a
lot of energy by not sealing cracks, doors and windows.
Checking to make sure a home’s insulation
is in good shape and replacing it if it’s
not is another good surefire way to stop, prevent, and
reverse energy waste.
Quite simply put, radiant
heaters are the most efficient form of heat
available in today’s market.
Significantly less operating time is required to attain
and maintain the desired warmth compared to
furnaces and other, traditional methods of
heating, which keeps operational costs to a minimum.
High efficiency boilers or
electric radiant floor systems makes radiant
heat one of your most efficient ways to heat your
home. Combined with a well-insulated home these
systems can quickly warm your home and then shut
down or wait idle for long periods of time before being
called upon by the thermostat to operate. Don’t
waste expensive heating fuel another day.
Radiant Heaters Tip: More than ever before,
homebuilders, househunters, and home renovators alike are
looking for energy-efficient heating options for
houses. We say they need look no further than radiant
heaters for their ideal home heating solution.
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August 01, 2011 00:08 AM  BY WARMZONE
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Automated Snow Sensors
High-Tech
Snow Switches for Heated Driveways and Roof Deicing
Systems
Are you
contemplating radiant heat for your next home
improvement project? Equipped with high-tech snow
switches, radiant heated
driveways and gutter systems are fully automated,
making them efficient and effortless when it comes
to snow removal.
The automated
snow switch detects temperature and moisture conditions
to initiate ice- and snow melting systems at the
first signs of inclement weather. Depending upon
what you’re heating, there are two general types
of sensors.
An
in-pavement (ground) sensor mounts in the concrete,
asphalt, or pavers of your driveway or walkways,
making it very indicative and accurate of the
driveway conditions and includes many programmable
features including:
- Electronic on/off control up to 11 KW
- 2 zone control with zones that can be
individually controlled
- Economical control
- Temperature and moisture detection
- Control of electrical or hydronic
(water-based) ice and snow melting systems
The aerial
mounted snow sensor activates your snow melting
system only when needed. These sensors are
typically mounted on the roof, and automatically
triggers your heated driveway or gutter snowmelt
system when it detects precipitation and
temperatures are below 39° F. Smart system
compatible, the sensor has several other notable
features, including adjustable temperature trigger
point, adjustable delay off cycle, and upgradeable
remote activation.
That’s
great, you say, but I have a snow removal service
already, so why pay for a fancy system? Snow fall
is unpredictable. Sometimes you wake up to the
stuff, and sometimes it accumulates throughout the day.
Snow removal services are certainly very handy,
but they can’t compete with the reliability
and efficiency of an automated radiant
heated driveway system. With an automated
radiant heated
driveway or gutter system, it’s like
having your very own snow melting service on call,
24/7. There’s no waiting involved, and no
slippery patches of ice that got overlooked. Automated
snowmelt systems only run when it’s
snowing, eliminating residual or standby operation
costs involved with snow removal services. And most
importantly, they offer the peace of mind that comes
with knowing your driveway and walkways are
completely clear of ice and snow.
If you’re not sure how an automated
snow melting switch fits into your radiant heat
snow melting project, take heart. Warmzone has the
experience and expertise you’ll need to meet your
project requirements, and can configure an
automated snow melting system with your needs and
budget in mind. To discover more about radiant heat snow
melting systems, contact 888.488.9276 today.
In-pavement mounted snow sensor.
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Warmzone Roof Heating Panels
Eliminate Ice and Snow From Your Roof Edges
After the winter we had last year, one
thing for certain is that you can never
be too prepared for snow, including the icicles,
ice dams and that pesky white stuff that
accumulates at the roof’s edge. The good
news—you can prepare your home now with
Warmzone’s RoofHeat Panel roof
heating system. These innovative roof
snow and ice melting systems are an
affordable way to reduce or eliminate costly
property damage caused by snow and
moisture build up during the cold winter months,
extending the life of your roof.
Warmzone RoofHeat Panel roof
heating systems feature self-regulating
heat cable
channeled into an aluminum panel
specifically designed for maximum heat transfer.
Each panel is preconfigured for easy
installation, and powder-coated with a
durable finish to extend the life of your roof
heating system while complementing the
exterior of your home.
You can also retrofit an existing metal
roof with Warmzone RoofHeat panels. The
heated panels can be laid on top the old metal
roof in attractive colors to match.
Because the aluminum alloy panel is in
direct contact with the self-regulating
heat cable, the
system results in efficient roof
heating that will leave you snow and
icicle free during the winter months. No roof
raking or perilous ladder climbing
required.
Warmzone offers unparalleled radiant
heat services and
several roof
heating systems that
are designed to eliminate icicles,
ice dams, and snow at the roof’s
edge. The innovative roof heating
panel snow and ice melting systems can
reduce or eliminate property damage caused
by the inability of roofs to drain
water during winter months and extend the
life of your roof.
To learn
more about automated roof
heating systems, driveway
heating or other radiant
heat solutions, contact 888.488.9276.
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Melt Snow
and Ice With a Radiant Roof Heating System
Radiant
heated roof and gutter heating
systems can dramatically enhance the life span
of your roof and protect it from damage caused by heavy
snow and ice accumulation. Older buildings are a visible
testament to the damaging effects of roof ice and
snow that can destroy fronts, roofs, drainpipes,
and gutters. Roofs that have substandard support
structures, and such shortcomings can enable water
to enter the building. As technology improves
insulation value, there is less heat gain from inside
of the building, causing an increased hazard of ice
damage and damming on the roof. Once winter frost
sets in, damage is often inevitable. Flat roofs on
industrial buildings often give in to excessive weight
loads generated by accumulations of ice and snow.
This can be prevented by installing a quality
heated roof and gutter deicing system, eliminating
potential damage from snow and ice buildup.
Working with
Warmzone on your roof
heating system installation allows you to
shop a number systems, and find the solution that is
right for your home and your budget.
Warmzone’s low-voltage RoofHeat
roof heating system is another excellent
solution for melting snow and ice from roof eaves,
valleys, and entire roofs. The RoofHeat deicing
system features an extremely thin,
self-regulating, semi-conductive polyethylene heating
element. Embedded between two layers of vinyl, the
panel is protected against UV rays, alkaline or
other potential physical damages for durability.
What’s
great about Roofheat is its versatility. It can be
installed under new or existing asphalt, shake, or
tile shingles, and is ideal for new construction
as well as remodeling projects.Available in rolls 9 or
12-inches wide, the lightweight heating panel can be cut
to size, and nailed or stapled through the
existing roof, making installation quicker and
easier than other traditional roof
heating systems.
You can never
predict the weather, but with a Warmzone roof heating
system, you can often predict the outcome. Prepare
now and say goodbye to pesky snow buildup and ice
damming for good. To find out more about the
Warmzone roof heating system, request a FREE
quote or contact us at 888.488.9276.
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May 11, 2011 00:05 AM  BY WARMZONE
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Radiant Heated Floors
Home Remodeling Trends you can Really Warm up to
CBS Moneywatch.com recently identified
twelve trends in home remodeling for 2011.
The hottest projects—bathrooms, must-do
remodeling and warmer interior design
projects made the top three, with green living
coming in at number nine. With growing
concerns over rising fuel prices and carbon
footprints, it’s not surprising that more and
more homeowners are investing in their homes
to cut fuel consumption. Installing Warmzone
radiant heated
floors is a great way to keep up with
remodeling trends and recoup on home improvement
costs.
How does radiant heat
work? Heated floors radiate heat from
the floor up to keep you warm and comfortable when
cold weather sets in. Two types of
systems—electric heat
cable and hydronic
(water-based) tubing systems—when
installed in the subfloor of your home act as
heating elements to warm the surface above.
These heating cables/tubing coordinate with a
thermostat and sensors, as do traditional forced air
systems, to provide heat to your home.
Warmzone radiant
heat is green heat. Powered by electricity,
electric
radiant heat cables can heat a
surface in 30 to 60 minutes. Unlike forced air
systems, they are room specific. With the
help of sensors and a programmable
thermostat you can heat one room, or
heat them all quickly and efficiently, saving money
on your monthly gas bill. And unlike forced
air systems, they do not belch out the dust
and dirt that compromises air quality in your home.
A radiant heated
floor installation equals cheap equity.
Heated
floors give your home an impressive
level of comfort and customization with minimal
investment. Not sure you want to install
heated floors throughout you home just yet?
Warmzone offers a variety of heat cable
products that can be easily installed
under the subfloor of any room in your home, whether
it be bathroom tile, wood or even carpet.
If, as CBS Moneywatch.com suggests, the
over-arching remodeling trend for 2011 is to
tackle small projects while you wait to do the
really big remodeling project that’s
on your list, why not start by installing
heated flooring in your home.
Unlike other “one-size-fits-all”
radiant heat providers, Warmzone offers an array of
radiant
heated flooring solutions designed
to better match your individual project, and your
budget. The good news—many of these
floor
heating products can be installed by
do-it-yourself homeowners.
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Radiant Floor Heating Mats
Customizable
and Easy to Install
The versatility of a radiant floor
heating system designed with ComfortTile
heated floor
mats is quite astonishing. Your
customers can realistically choose any size and
shape room they dream of heating and ComfortTile
heated floor mats can make those dreams
come true. Electric
radiant heat is simple to achieve in
small or large areas alike. If you dream
it, you can heat it. Seriously, floor warming
has never been easier. ComfortTile floor heating is versatile and
simple to install.
Take advantage of new construction and
lay out your plan ahead of time for radiant
floor heating. For those who are
already in an established home - no
problem. You can stop coveting your
friend’s cozy floors and make heated floors a reality
in your home domicile. Homes can go from drafty
and unwelcoming to cozy and snug thanks
to the customizable options available with
Warmzone's ComfortTile heated floor mats.
Warmzone has radiant heat
professionals on hand to help
recommend the right amount of floor
warming mats you’ll need to
accomplish the desired floor heating as well
as design
and engineer your custom system. Although you
may not think that something odd shaped
can be heated with radiant
heating, think again. The best things in
life are odd shaped, including a fully
customizable radiant
floor heating system.
Request a FREE quote or call
888.488.9276 today.
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Heated Driveways and Roof Deicing
The Hottest
Home Remodeling Trends of 2011
Among the hottest types of projects listed in the
CBS Moneywatch.com Twelve Trends in Home
Remodeling are the “must do” and
green remodeling projects. If you are finally replacing
your roof or pouring a new driveway, consider
incorporating a snow
melting system into your project list. Radiant heat
is green heating technology that actually enhances the
life of your roof or driveway without impacting
your overall fuel consumption.
Warmzone roof deicing
systems are designed to prevent the buildup of snow,
ice and large icicles around roof eaves, drains
and valleys, preventing damage to your roof and
the potential for injury from falling icicles. And you
have several roof
heating options to choose from. How
it works—a Warmzone RoofHeat heating
element is embedded between two layers of vinyl,
which serve as protection from UV rays and other
potential physical damage. Lightweight, flexible and
easy to install, these panels can be placed under
new or existing asphalt, shake or tile shingles,
making roof
heating a low-cost, viable home remodeling
project.
Installing a
heated
driveway is another way to add safety,
convenience and efficiency to your household while
building equity. Warmzone cable is available in
pre-configured mats, making easy to roll out under
newly poured driveways or pavers. The cable generates
heat with the help of an automatic
sensor that detects inclement weather and
activates the system. It immediately detects changes in
temperature and moisture associated with snow and
similar weather conditions to warm up
your driveway so it’s clear before your
boots (or tires) ever see the pavement.
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Asphalt
radiant heated driveway.
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Whether you
choose an electric
radiant heat snow melting system for your
roof or your driveway, you’ll also have the peace
of mind that comes with green living. Protecting
your roof from inclement weather and damage keeps
heat in, so your furnace doesn’t have to work as
hard, saving you in fossil fuel costs. A Warmzone
radiant heated
driveway system also saves your driveway from
damage caused by harsh snow melting chemicals or the
scraping of snow removal equipment, plus the energy you
expend clearing them, whether you’re
pushing a gas-burning snow blower, or shoveling.
Snow and
ice melt systems provided by Warmzone
deliver first class performance, efficiency, ease
of installation and energy conservation.
Partnering with Warmzone to complete your home
improvement project means you’ll get the
valuable input from radiant
heat professionals needed to find a perfect
solution for your heating requirements
that’s within your budget, so you can save some
green!
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December 27, 2008 00:12 AM  BY STACEY BARRUS
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When the first day of winter arrived over the
weekend, it brought along cold weather and the
potential for incredibly high heating bills.
Installing radiant
heaters in a home under construction or in an
existing home is proven to cut heating costs. It
works by putting water lines in the
home’s concrete floors or under existing floors
and running hot water through them.
Radiant
heaters help to keep the whole house at a more
constant temperature. In this way, our regular
heaters don’t have to do as much to keep
things warm and toasty during the winter. It might take
a little effort, but being more environmentally
friendly doesn’t have to involve major
renovations. Many people waste a lot of energy by not
sealing cracks, doors and windows. Checking to make sure
a home’s insulation is in good shape and
replacing it if it’s not is another good
way to stop energy waste.
Switching to radiant
heaters will not only help save energy, and lower
heating costs, but you’ll soon find that
it really adds to your family’s comfort as
well. That is because it put the heat at our feet, which
are generally cold, and offers cooler air near
head level, where we are generally a little
warmer.
Radiant Heaters Tip:
If you are looking for a great way to save
energy and maximize comfort in your home at the same
time, then radiant
heaters may be the perfect solution for you.
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October 28, 2011 00:10 AM  BY WARMZONE
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What are the
Pros and Cons of Radiant Heat and Forced Air Heating
Systems?
A room with
radiant floor heating will have a very uniform temperature
from the ceiling to the floor. Heating a basement floor is
an ideal application for a radiant heat system. If
you've lived in a house with forced air, you know that
you can crank the heat up, but the basement floors
will remain chilled. Installing a radiant floor warming
system will add comfort and warmth to your lifestyle.
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Say Goodbye to
Annual Heater Maintenance with Heated Floors
You dread it
every year; the dreaded heater maintenance. It's been
sitting there all summer long, and it's dusty, it's old, and
you just don't want to deal with it. Luckily for you,
there is a way to put an end to your annual heater
maintenance once and for all: radiant floor heating.
Electric
radiant floor heating systems are virtually
maintenance free. That's right, with absolutely no
effort from you, heated floors bring you unparalleled
comfort at an affordable price.
Traditional home
heating methods require a daunting list of tasks you
should perform yearly to keep them running properly. With electric radiant
floor heat, however, all of these annual tasks
can be eliminated from your schedule.
Comparing some
performance features and maintenance tasks of forced air
heating and radiant heat systems:
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Conventional Heating Systems
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Radiant Floor Heating Systems
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| Make sure the
pilot light is lit. |
No pilot lights
here. |
| Clean or replace
your furnace filter regularly. If you don't do this,
your heater has to use more energy and work harder,
sending your bill through the roof. |
No messy filters
required. Just a silent radiant heating system that
efficiently warms up the house. |
| To Heat Only the
Areas that you want to Warm
Close the ducts to the rooms where you
don’t want heat.
Unfortunately, most ducts are not air tight, and
heat escapes into areas where you
don't want/need it.
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Radiant heating
systems can be controlled in zones, with each
zone/room controlled by its own thermostat. Radiant
floor heating thermostats are also fully
programmable, so you can program the
floors to warm just before you get up each morning,
or activate and shutoff according to your
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| Call a
professional to clean and inspect your furnace every
year. Brush and vacuum the exchanger
surfaces and blower blades. |
Save your money.
Electric radiant floor heating systems are
maintenance free. |
| Also, make sure
your gas furnace is inspected to make sure no
harmful Carbon Monoxide fumes are
escaping. A furnace that is not
running at peak performance can be deadly.
Virtually every gas furnace
produces Carbon Monoxide, which is
usually carried away from your home through the
furnace’s venting
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The bottom line
is this: You don't have to limit your decision to one
heating system. Many homeowners have installed radiant heat
simply to supplement their traditional heating systems
in an effort to manage their heating costs. Radiant heat can be
used to efficiently warm the areas in your house where you
spend most of your time, and dramatically reduce the
demands of your furnace and blower.
With all the
extra costs you rack up with conventional heating system
maintenance, perhaps it’s time to consider installing
radiant heat.
Install floor heating in your home today and see the
difference it makes for your wallet and your home.
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