{"id":2877,"date":"2014-03-05T15:39:13","date_gmt":"2014-03-05T22:39:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.warmzone.com\/blog\/?p=2877"},"modified":"2025-08-25T11:02:41","modified_gmt":"2025-08-25T17:02:41","slug":"the-polar-vortex-of-2014-wreaks-havoc-surge-of-interest-in-radiant-heat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.warmzone.com\/blog\/hotnews\/the-polar-vortex-of-2014-wreaks-havoc-surge-of-interest-in-radiant-heat\/","title":{"rendered":"The Polar Vortex of 2014 Wreaks Havoc; Surge of Interest in Radiant Heat"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4>Now is the Ideal Time to Install <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_142748a752fd79d8fbef3a6819628e36\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Radiant Heat<\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Deadly cold temperatures and heavy snow crippled much of the country during the winter of 2014, due in large part to a weather phenomenon known as the polar vortex. These freezing cyclones are typically restricted to the earth&rsquo;s geographical poles, but in 2014, the arctic storms plunged so far south that it affected most of the states in the U.S., including Florida.<\/p>\n<p>If you were one of many who got caught in the infamous storms of 2014, you no doubt spent much time and money shoveling snow and buying 50-pound bags of salt in an effort to cope with the brutal conditions. But with record low temperatures, it was almost impossible to keep walks and driveways clear of ice and snow &ndash; unless you had a radiant <a title=\"ClearZone heated driveways\" href=\"\/snow-melting\/clearzone\/\">heated driveway<\/a> system installed.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2414\" src=\"http:\/\/www.warmzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/hotnews-storm-snowy-driveway-297.jpg\" alt=\"Treacherous snowy driveway in need of radiant heat\" width=\"288\" height=\"216\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Recent winters seem to be dumping record snowfalls and unusually cold temperatures, and homeowners in the Northeast who are seeing nothing but white from November through March are now thinking seriously about <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_142748a752fd79d8fbef3a6819628e36\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">radiant heat<\/span>. Homeowners are reconsidering clearing their walks and driveway of snow during sub-zero degree temperatures. This is especially true in light of the recent life-threatening temperatures and wind chill. In the Chicago <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_a9b22457fd36343dd6f04bedb1d170d1\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>area<\/span> (temporarily renamed by locals as &ldquo;Chiberia&rdquo;), four people died over one weekend while shoveling snow, and 37 people in Ohio were rushed to the emergency room because of cold weather related problems.<\/p>\n<p>Naturally, homeowners aren&rsquo;t too thrilled about the prospects of risking life and limb shoveling and salting snow every year. Fortunately, there is some good news. <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_142748a752fd79d8fbef3a6819628e36\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Radiant heat<\/span> is an affordable option for those who are looking to ditch their shovels. And for all of you who are considering installing a <a title=\"Heated driveways and snow melting systems\" href=\"\/snow-melting\/\">radiant snow melting system<\/a>, you&rsquo;ll be glad to know that early spring is the ideal time to save on a heated driveway system from <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_ce0e1f1fead9edc4e49614c5bc4b15ba\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Warmzone<\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>And you simply won&rsquo;t find a more professional, helpful staff than those at <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_ce0e1f1fead9edc4e49614c5bc4b15ba\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Warmzone<\/span>. Unlike many <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_142748a752fd79d8fbef3a6819628e36\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">radiant heat<\/span> providers, <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_ce0e1f1fead9edc4e49614c5bc4b15ba\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Warmzone<\/span> <a title=\"Radiant heat system design services\" href=\"\/radiant-heat-resources\/system-design\/\">custom designs<\/a> each system <i>and<\/i> includes personal <a title=\"Radiant heat system installation support\" href=\"\/radiant-heat-resources\/install-support\/\">installation support<\/a> for your installer. <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_ce0e1f1fead9edc4e49614c5bc4b15ba\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Warmzone<\/span> can even recommend experienced installers in your <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_a9b22457fd36343dd6f04bedb1d170d1\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>area<\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>With record snow falls occurring across the country, installing an efficient, fully automated heated driveway just makes sense. Forget about the cost for hiring a snow removal service, buying salt, or devoting your own time and labor. The next time Mother Nature throws an icy temper tantrum in your neck of the woods, you can enjoy the beauty of the white countryside as well as a clear, ice-free driveway. Just how much will this cost, you ask? The answer may surprise you.<\/p>\n<p><b><i>&ndash; Now is the Time to Install <\/i><\/b><i>(Continued below)<\/i><\/p>\n<p><b><i> &ndash; <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_142748a752fd79d8fbef3a6819628e36\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Radiant Heat<\/span> Conquers the Polar Vortex&nbsp;(Part II)<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p>Don&rsquo;t let the initial cost of installing a <a title=\"Snow melting systems\" href=\"\/snow-melting\/\">snow melting system<\/a> intimidate you. <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_ce0e1f1fead9edc4e49614c5bc4b15ba\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Warmzone<\/span> has a variety of <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_142748a752fd79d8fbef3a6819628e36\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">radiant heat<\/span> solutions and can custom design your system so that it meets your heating needs AND your budget. For manual snow removal, consider the cost of running and maintaining your snow blower, purchasing salt, or paying a snow removal service. For climates particularly accustomed to lots of snow, a heated driveway installation could likely pay for itself in no time.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2424\" src=\"http:\/\/www.warmzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/hotnews-heated-driveway-tiretracks.jpg\" alt=\"Heated driveway on incline with heated tire tracks\" width=\"346\" height=\"288\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.warmzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/hotnews-heated-driveway-tiretracks.jpg 346w, https:\/\/www.warmzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/hotnews-heated-driveway-tiretracks-300x250.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 346px) 100vw, 346px\"\/><\/p>\n<p>At this point, it&rsquo;s predictable that most of us are ready to put down the shovel and gear up for warm weather, lawn care and similar home improvement projects. Early spring is the best time to install <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_142748a752fd79d8fbef3a6819628e36\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">radiant heat<\/span> in your driveway, walkway or even on your roof. The demand is typically lower, so you may be able to get discounts that you normally wouldn&rsquo;t during peak season. Be savvy and take advantage of the off season to beat the rush and get the best prices for a radiant heated driveway this spring.<\/p>\n<p>Still not convinced on the benefits of <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_142748a752fd79d8fbef3a6819628e36\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">radiant heat<\/span>? Read what some <a title=\"Warmzone customer comments and testimonials\" href=\"http:\/\/www.warmzone.com\/blog\/topic\/testimonials\/\"><span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_ce0e1f1fead9edc4e49614c5bc4b15ba\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Warmzone<\/span> customers<\/a> are saying. Join the legions of happy <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_ce0e1f1fead9edc4e49614c5bc4b15ba\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Warmzone<\/span> customers like this one (below), who is enjoying the benefits of a heated driveway from the comfort of his own living room:<\/p>\n<p><i>The first show fall this winter was the test and the driveway has been ice\/snow free all winter! The option to manually turn on the heat system has not been needed since the sensor works so well. My wife and I are very&nbsp;pleased with the results and feel much safer walking outside during the winter now!<\/i><\/p>\n<p>&ndash;Dan, heated driveway owner<\/p>\n<p>One of the greatest benefits of <a title=\"About heated driveways and snow melting systems\" href=\"\/snow-melting\/about-heated-driveways\/\">radiant heated driveways<\/a> is that they are automated and maintenance free. Think of it as the &ldquo;set it and forget it&rdquo; phenomenon. Because heated driveways are fully-automated systems, there&rsquo;s no guess work in when to turn them on, off or how long it will take to remove the snow. With the help of outdoor sensors, your radiant heated driveway system is automatically programmed to sense the changes in precipitation and temperature that indicate snow fall, then turn off when a snow event is over. You get dry, clear pavement efficiently and affordably, without lifting a shovel.<\/p>\n<p>Here&rsquo;s another construction professional and first-time installer who said this about his experience working with <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_ce0e1f1fead9edc4e49614c5bc4b15ba\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Warmzone<\/span>:<\/p>\n<p><i>Thanks for supplying my customer with exactly what they needed. Living in multiple locations, the automated <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_568f830d3e920efaca9c000fbe6aa146\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">concrete<\/span> heating system you provided was the perfect match for my customers in Idaho. Being new to this type of installation, I expected things to be a little more complicated. A few phone calls after receiving the product within days made the job simple to install. I would have to say that customer service with your company was by far second to none. I look forward to doing business with you in the future and referring you on to other homeowners with snow melting needs.<\/i><\/p>\n<p>&ndash;Cody, Independent Contractor<\/p>\n<p>Cody brings up another good point, and that is the wide selection of <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_142748a752fd79d8fbef3a6819628e36\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">radiant heat<\/span> installation options and the unmatched customer support you have with <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_ce0e1f1fead9edc4e49614c5bc4b15ba\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Warmzone<\/span>. When you do business with <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_ce0e1f1fead9edc4e49614c5bc4b15ba\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Warmzone<\/span> you&rsquo;ll have <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_f2d9c6bfda1e21c2658d657f2d5ffa98\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>live<\/span> phone support from professionals with years of experience in <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_142748a752fd79d8fbef3a6819628e36\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">radiant heat<\/span> installations. They are willing to partner with you every step of the way to find you the best possible system for your performance expectations and budgetary concerns. They can even help you find an experienced installer in your <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_a9b22457fd36343dd6f04bedb1d170d1\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>area<\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>Trade in your shovel and salt for an easier snow removal solution. Now is the best time to pick up the phone and call <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_ce0e1f1fead9edc4e49614c5bc4b15ba\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Warmzone<\/span> (<b>888.488.9276<\/b>) to discuss your plans for stress free winters with a radiant heated driveway.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Now is the Ideal Time to Install <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_142748a752fd79d8fbef3a6819628e36\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Radiant Heat<\/span> Deadly cold temperatures and heavy snow crippled much of the country during the winter of 2014, due in large part to a weather phenomenon known as the polar vortex. These freezing cyclones are typically restricted to the earth&rsquo;s geographical poles, but in 2014, the arctic storms&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2414,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[104],"tags":[388,497,598,667,113],"class_list":["post-2877","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-hotnews","tag-heated-driveway","tag-install-a-heated-driveway","tag-polar-vortex","tag-radiant-heated-driveway","tag-snow-melting-systems","category-104","description-off"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.1.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>The Polar Vortex of 2014 Wreaks Havoc; Surge of Interest in Radiant Heat | Warmzone Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.warmzone.com\/blog\/hotnews\/the-polar-vortex-of-2014-wreaks-havoc-surge-of-interest-in-radiant-heat\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"The Polar Vortex of 2014 Wreaks Havoc; Surge of Interest in Radiant Heat | Warmzone Blog\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Now is the Ideal Time to Install Radiant Heat Deadly cold temperatures and heavy snow crippled much of the country during the winter of 2014, due in large part to a weather phenomenon known as the polar vortex. 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