{"id":7182,"date":"2024-01-01T06:44:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-01T13:44:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.warmzone.com\/blog\/?p=7182"},"modified":"2026-03-16T10:30:00","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T16:30:00","slug":"upgrading-my-driveway","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.warmzone.com\/blog\/hotnews\/upgrading-my-driveway\/","title":{"rendered":"Upgrading my Driveway"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>I did it! I Installed a Heated Driveway. (Part II of &ldquo;<a title=\"My Summer Projects, Part I\" href=\"\/blog\/hotnews\/my-summer-project-installing-a-heated-driveway\/\">My Summer Projects<\/a>&ldquo;) <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This summer I committed to installing a heated driveway. After my wife slipped and fell last winter, I knew the jig was up. (Now, before you rush to judgement, I DID shovel the driveway earlier that morning, but I guess I missed a spot. Dang snow shovel must have had a manufacturing defect.) <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most ladies&rsquo; shoes don&rsquo;t go well with ice, and my wife&rsquo;s field research emphasized this point.  After years of close calls, she had finally had enough. I had to do <em>something<\/em>. Of <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_74d62a8c14d14a9d06b72679264b973e\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">course<\/span>, I was also motivated by the ultimatum she gave as she writhed in pain on the cold pavement. It was either the driveway, or it was me. According to her, one of us had to go. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That may sound a bit harsh, and perhaps it wasn&rsquo;t quite that dramatic, but you catch my drift. I&rsquo;m not sure if she intended for me to dig up the driveway and throw it in the dumpster out of spite, or revenge, or what. All I knew was that I was going nowhere. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I guess you could say that I was a victim of friendly fire after the accident, but I can&rsquo;t blame her for her tirade. In the heat of the moment, my wife unleashed a salvo of profoundly creative expletives, weaved into an almost poetic series of imaginative stanzas. Being the first one on scene, I took the brunt of the assault. I discovered that under the right conditions, she can make my old drill sergeant sound like a substitute first-<span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_8e2d80f5bc71744da1488331b446b0eb\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>grade<\/span> teacher. But, enough about that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I bypassed marriage counseling and reached out directly to <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>. I had checked out a couple other <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, but I liked the way <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> approached things. These guys were consummate pros, and their customer support was impressive. They answered my questions and explained the options that would work best for us through their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.warmzone.com\/form\/quote\/\">free quote<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One option was for us to use saw-cut technology that would allow us to heat the existing driveway. To do this, small grooves are cut into the <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> and heat cable is placed in the grooves. Then a special epoxy is applied to seal the heating cable. A light coating of <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_d9a872d269c066748f882a4c711c80c8\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>sand<\/span> can then be applied to provide traction. This is an effective and affordable way to heat an existing driveway that&rsquo;s otherwise in good condition. But, with visions of my wife laying on the icy pavement still fresh in my head, I determined that none of my old, crumbling driveway should be spared. We had other plans for that wretched <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>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The original driveway was never a selling point for our house. In fact, when my wife and I bought the home, we knew that eventually, we&rsquo;d need to replace the driveway. I also wanted to make a small change to the driveway&rsquo;s layout. So, instead of heating the existing <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>, we decided to redo the <strong><a href=\"\/snow-melting\/installation-mistakes\/\">poorly installed driveway<\/a><\/strong>. After all, it was either me or the driveway that had to go. Adios driveway!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"504\" height=\"392\" src=\"https:\/\/www.warmzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/heated-driveway-install-mats-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7185\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.warmzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/heated-driveway-install-mats-2.jpg 504w, https:\/\/www.warmzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/heated-driveway-install-mats-2-300x233.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 504px) 100vw, 504px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><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> system designers created a <strong><a title=\"Radiant heat system design and layout services.\" href=\"\/radiant-heat-resources\/system-design\/\">detailed layout<\/a><\/strong> of my new heated driveway. The AutoCAD<sup>&reg;<\/sup> included the complete layout of the system and every component, as well as all the information needed by the <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_8b786adc12c7e76cce92156730b3dab9\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">electrician<\/span>. Thanks to the layout and <strong><a title=\"Free installation training.\" href=\"\/for-pros\/installation-training\/\">free installation training<\/a><\/strong>, the system was installed quickly and easily, without any major issues or surprises. A couple of times, the <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_8b786adc12c7e76cce92156730b3dab9\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">electrician<\/span> called and spoke with a technical support expert 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> to ensure we were doing things right. That was nice because it allowed us to proceed with confidence. Overall, the process of installing the system went quicker than I thought.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In December, we got a significant early snowstorm. Wow, what a joy it was to look out the window on Saturday morning and see a serene, white landscape with a beautiful, snow-free driveway in the foreground. The <strong><a title=\"Automated driveway heating systems.\" href=\"\/snow-melting\/automated-heated-driveways\/\">automated system<\/a><\/strong> cleared &ndash; and dried &ndash; the driveway! Now that&rsquo;s a safety feature we can <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> with. I tried to get my wife to make a donut <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_597f0993d8acb7f9bdf20df1b39c57b8\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>run<\/span> so she could appreciate the clear driveway, but instead, we stayed inside and admired the sight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We were both exited with this accomplishment. I figured that it earned me a day or two of skiing &ndash; minimum. I&rsquo;d have my wife join me, but her doctor said it would be best for her to avoid winter sports activities for awhile. But at least I redeemed myself and exacted revenge on that old driveway for her. (I also threw my defective snow shovel back into the tool shed.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I think our &ldquo;post-heated driveway&rdquo; life looks bright. Now, if I could just get the old <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_9bc683a2da907c6cf75c10db2d27cc04\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">basement<\/span> pantry rewired so the lights don&rsquo;t keep flickering off unexpectedly. All in due time. For now, I&rsquo;m going to have lunch and savor the success of this heated driveway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&ldquo;Hey honey, can you <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_597f0993d8acb7f9bdf20df1b39c57b8\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>run<\/span> downstairs and grab a can of chili for me?&rdquo;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yeah, life is good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read Part I, <strong> &ldquo;<a title=\"My Summer Projects, Part I\" href=\"\/blog\/hotnews\/my-summer-project-installing-a-heated-driveway\/\"><em>My Summer Projects<\/em><\/a>&ldquo;<\/strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><sub><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> is one of the largest providers of <a title=\"Radiant floor heating systems.\" href=\"\/floor-heating\/\"><strong>floor heating<\/strong><\/a>, <a title=\"Radiant heated driveways and snow melting systems.\" href=\"\/snow-melting\/\"><strong>snow melting<\/strong><\/a><strong>, and <a title=\"Roof de-icing and gutter heat trace systems.\" href=\"\/de-icing\/\">roof de-icing systems<\/a><\/strong>, as well as luxury <a title=\"Home heating amenities.\" href=\"\/comfort-zone\/\"><strong>home heating amenities<\/strong><\/a>. For more information about <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> <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> systems or luxury amenities, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.warmzone.com\/form\/quote\/\">contact<\/a> a friendly <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> representative today, at <strong><a href=\"tel:888-488-9276\">888-488-9276<\/a><\/strong>.<\/sub><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I did it! 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