{"id":3745,"date":"2016-07-26T16:23:06","date_gmt":"2016-07-26T22:23:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.warmzone.com\/blog\/?p=3745"},"modified":"2025-08-25T11:01:16","modified_gmt":"2025-08-25T17:01:16","slug":"clearing-street-and-driveways-of-snow-in-chicago","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.warmzone.com\/blog\/articles\/clearing-street-and-driveways-of-snow-in-chicago\/","title":{"rendered":"Clearing Streets and Driveways of Snow in Chicago"},"content":{"rendered":"

Snow removal in Chicago is serious business. While commuters depend on the city to keep roads clear so they can travel to and from work, homeowners also have the responsibility to do their share of snow removal. According to the Municipal Code of Chicago (4-4-310 and 10-8-180), property owners and occupants are responsible for keeping sidewalks clear of snow and ice. But lately, winters have been record-setting in terms of snowfall, making it difficult for city snow plow drivers as well as homeowners to keep up with the demands of snow removal.<\/p>\n

And last year, Chicago residents got an early dose of winter with the second heaviest November snowstorm since 1895. In fact, several parts of the country experienced record setting storms and snowfall during the winter of 2015-2016. And weather experts expect more of the same for the next several upcoming winters.<\/p>\n

But Chicago residents have options when it comes to preparing for the next snow season. In addition to having extra supplies on hand and keeping the cupboards and refrigerator well stocked, some Illinois residents are turning to radiant heat<\/span>.<\/p>\n

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A radiant heated loading ramp in operation during a snowstorm.<\/p><\/div>\n

Warmzone<\/span> snow melting systems<\/a> are energy efficient and maintenance free. Not only do these systems eliminate the need for manual snow removal, but they have proven valuable to businesses by keeping entrances and parking areas clear of snow and ice for customers.<\/p>\n

Electric snow melting systems<\/a> are fully automated, so they operate only when needed. The systems include an advanced snow sensor that detects temperature and precipitation. When temperatures are below a set point – typically 39° Fahrenheit – it sends power to the embedded heat cable, warming the area<\/span> and preventing snow accumulation.<\/p>\n

As an industry leader, Warmzone<\/span> snow melting systems feature trusted heat cable that is available off the spool or pre-spaced in mats that can be rolled out for easy installation. The electric radiant heating mats<\/a> are laid out and secured, and then the medium (concrete<\/span>, pavers, or asphalt<\/span>) is applied directly over the cable.<\/p>\n

The proven ClearZone electric snowmelt system<\/a> is commonly installed in both commercial and residential applications. From large heated driveways and parking areas to custom sized walkways, ramps and loading docks, ClearZone systems are versatile and can be easily customized.<\/p>\n

Warmzone<\/span>’s fully automated system includes the embedded heat cable, an activation device (snow sensor), contactor panel, and marker plate (as required by the NEC<\/span>). These electric systems are also maintenance free and relatively easy to install.<\/p>\n

In addition to providing the highest quality radiant heating products, Warmzone<\/span> also offers unmatched customer services. Each system is professionally designed, so you’ll know the exact layout and materials, proper load calculations, breaker sizes, number of breakers, and system performance expectations before one foot of heat cable is installed.<\/p>\n

Warmzone<\/span> also includes free installation support services<\/a>. Our expert staff is on hand during your installation if you need. Should your installer have any questions during the installation, he\/she can speak with one of our installation experts to resolve any issues. Free installation training is also available. When it comes to customer service, you’ll find that Warmzone<\/span> is second to none.<\/p>\n

Contact Warmzone<\/span> today and learn more about the radiant heating options that are available. In addition to offering heated driveways and snow melting systems, Warmzone<\/span> also offers premier roof deicing and floor heating systems. Call 888.488.9276<\/strong> to learn more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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