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Heated Driveways for Spokane and Eastern Washington
Most folks outside of Washington don't think of Spokane as a city that receives almost 50 inches of snow every winter, but Spokane residents are all too familiar with the winter white stuff. While shoveling snow from driveways and sidewalks is a common winter activity for Spokane area home and business owners, some are opting for a more reliable, less strenuous means of snow removal. That option is radiant heat.
Radiant heated driveways and snow melting systems operate on clean, renewable energy. The systems are also fully automated and maintenance free. These features alone make radiant heat an attractive option, but throw in the fact that there is no more need to shovel and salt your driveway and walks and you have a winning solution. And when you deal with Warmzone®, you're dealing with experienced pros who have been designing snow melting systems for almost two decades. Warmzone has the expertise to provide the ideal snow melting system for Spokane and Eastern Washington residents and business owners.
Warmzone® has been designing radiant heated driveways and snow melting systems for residents and construction professionals for almost two decades. We understand the demands of winter in Spokane and Eastern Washington, so if you're considering a heated driveway or any other snow melting system, look no further than Warmzone. We're proud to carry the most trusted systems and components in the industry, and our customer service is second to none.
Radiant snow melting systems are becoming more popular today for good reason. The systems have proven to be effective and reliable. Heated driveways are also fully automated and maintenance free, adding to the ease of owning one for homeowners. The systems rely on a high-tech snow sensor (activation device) to detect precipitation and temperature. This sensor is usually installed near the roof's edge, or can be mounted directly in the driveway or area being heated.
When precipitation is detected and the temperature is below the sensor's adjustable setpoint (typically 39°F), the device signals the contactor panel / controller. Power is then sent out to the heating cable embedded in the driveway or sidewalk, warming the pavement and preventing any snow from accumulating. The system remains on for a short time after the storm to dry the driveway, which prevents ice from forming.
Customize Your Heated Driveway to Meet Your Specific Needs
Electric driveway heating systems are very easy to customize. Warmzone works closely with its customers to create a system that best meets each homeowner's needs. Driveway heating systems can be tailored to accommodate just about any layout need as well as the available budget. Homeowners don't need to install a snow melting system that heats their entire driveway. The system can be installed to only heat specific areas – as you see fit. Here are some popular snow melting system layout options:
Heat Problem Areas
Heat only the problematic areas of your driveway. For example, your driveway may be designed with an area that has a steeper incline that may be particularly treacherous, or pose a unique challenge during snow storms. You can install a radiant heat system specifically to keep this area free of snow. The automation and easy-to-customize traits of radiant heat are especially attractive to business owners. Businesses may opt to heat sidewalks from the parking lot to the storefront as well as loading docks and ramps.
Heat a Narrow Center Strip
Instead of heating the entire surface area, only heat a narrow strip in the middle of the driveway. This is typically 8-feet wide and provides an effective, budget-friendly solution for keeping your driveway navigable during winter storms.
Heat Areas with Heavy Traffic
Heat busy sidewalks and paths. This option is widely employed by business owners who find it important to keep the walks and entryways to their stores free of slick snow and ice at all hours, ensuring safety for customers and employees.
Heated Tire Tracks
Driveway heating systems can be designed to heat two 24-inch wide tire tracks or specific areas of the driveway such as inclines, or a strip down the middle. This is an effective means of keeping driveways clear of snow that provides an exceptional option for those who have limited power or a limited budget. The options for installing an electric snow melting system are virtually unlimited.
ClearZone® Snow Melting Systems & Installation Options
Snow melting systems can be installed in a variety of mediums for just about any type of radiant heat application. The systems are commonly installed in concrete, asphalt, and under brick or stone pavers. Each heated driveway can be configured differently to accommodate the customer's snowmelt needs and their budget.
ClearZone® heat cable is the most popular snow melting system cable of choice. Commonly used in concrete and paver applications, a specially designed version of the cable is also used for hot asphalt installations. (The cable is rated up to 460 degrees for up to 10 minutes.) ClearZone radiant heat cable is available in individual lengths or pre-spaced in mats for quick, easy installation. The heat cable features a copper metal sheath and fluoropolymer conductor insulation with a polyolefin outer sheath. The cable carries a 10-year manufacturer warranty.
ClearZone radiant snow melting cable can also be installed in existing driveways. To heat concrete driveways, saw-cut technology is used. Channels are cut for the heat cable which is then installed in the grooves, and an epoxy sealant is applied over the cable. Sand is sometimes combined with the epoxy to provide additional traction.
To heat existing asphalt driveways, the heating cable is laid out over the surface to be heated and secured. A new application of asphalt is then installed directly over the heat cable. This is an easy and affordable process. The heat cable is also commonly installed under paver driveways and walks.
Warmzone carries a wide selection of radiant heat systems and components. We're not limited to offering just one or two brands, so customers can be assured to receive the best solution for their radiant heat needs. Warmzone also offers the most comprehensive customer service in the industry.
10-Year Manufacturer Warranty
ClearZone heat cable backed by comprehensive manufacturer warranty
460°F Rated for Asphalt
Specially designed cable rated for hot asphalt installations
Mats or Cable Runs
Available pre-spaced in mats or individual lengths for any layout
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