How Roof Heating Systems
Work
If you are in need
of a roof deicing system, you have
ventured to the
right place. Our goal is to provide
you with the best
possible radiant heating options,
then help you select the one
that will best meet your needs and
fit within your budget.
Depending on the size of the area
you wish to heat and the
application, there are a few
different available options, each
of which can be customized to meet
your specific needs:
Radiant Roof Heating
Components at a Glance:
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The thin, semi-conductive
polymer heating element can be
cut to size on
the job site and discreetly
secured under the
shingles. The flexible heating
element can be nailed or
stapled through, further making
installation quick and easy.
The heating element is embedded
between two layers of strong
tarpaulin to ensure that it is
protected from alkaline or salts.
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Each individual power unit
controls a specific section of
the deicing
system and steps down high
voltage to low voltage (60
V or less). The individual
control boxes are the source for
monitoring the power and output
to the heat cables to ensure
safe, accurate, and optimal
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An activation device/snow sensor
automatically triggers the
control panel when temperature
and precipitation conditions
warrant. The controller then
sends power to the heat cables,
activating the radiant snowmelt
system and heating your
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A Closer Look at Radiant
Roof Heating Systems
Electric,
radiant roof heating and deicing systems
contain three main components:
Heating Element
- RoofHeat radiant
heat systems are used for melting ice
and snow under shingle
roofs. Our heating elements vary in
width and are very
effective for roof
deicing. The flat
heating element is placed in a
protective vinyl sleeve
and installed underneath the shingles.
Our radiant heat
specialists can help determine which
roof heating element is best
for your application. Images of various
roof heating elements can
be viewed on the Radiant
Heat Installation
page.
The roof
heating system is
self-regulating, which means that when
the ambient temperature
rises, the electrical resistance
increases and the
consumption of electricity decreases,
preventing the element
from overheating and ensuring
energy-efficient operation.
Power Unit
- Each individual
power unit controls a specific section
of the deicing system and
steps down high voltage to low voltage
(60 V or less). The
individual control boxes are the source
for monitoring the power
and output to ensure safe, accurate, and
optimal performance. The
power unit monitors the heating element
under the roof to melt
snow and ice, protecting your roof from
ice damage.
Activation Device
- There are three
different activation devices to choose
from. A 12-hour timer, a
gutter-mounted snow switch, and a
temperature sensor.
Depending on whether system automation
is important to your
application, one of our specialists can
help you select which
activation device will be best for you.
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Email
us or fax us a plan or sketch of your
roof (801.326.5199), and we will be happy
to provide you with some options that
are specific to the needs of your unique project. We
will also include expert recommendations and an
accurate price estimate.
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