Electric Floor Heating and Snow Melting Systems, Vaughan
This winter, don't let the snow and ice get you down. With the installation of a snow removal system and electric floor heating system, you'll never have to worry about shovelling snow again, or having freezing cold floors in your home.
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Electric Floor Heating and Snow Melting Systems, Vaughan
Snow Melting Systems, Vaughan
Each winter, many Canadians struggle with clearing the ice and snow surrounding their homes. It can be difficult having to constantly deal with precipitation, especially during the winter. In order to save more time and reduce exertion, many homeowners choose to install an electric snow melting system, which will automatically turn on when heavy snow occurs, and reduces the amount of manual labour and heavy lifting needed.
The snow melting system is able to melt the snow and ice by using heated mats or cables which are installed under the pavement on your walkway/driveway. The controller, relay panel and sensors are able to sense when snow is accumulating, and will automatically trigger the electric melting system to turn on. Electric snow melting is one of the quickest and most reliable ways to remove snow and ice, and can be installed in a variety of different locations such as driveways, parking lots, stairs and walkways.
Electric Floor Heating, Vaughan
Excluding snow removal, another big problem that many Canadians face during winter is the cold and uncomfortable floors in their homes. A quick and efficient way to warm up your home, while avoiding the feeling of cold floors, is to install electric floor heating. Electric floor heating can be used to warm up various locations, such as bathrooms, basements, kitchens and bedrooms, while keeping utility costs low.
Floor heating systems are quick and easy to install, and are compatible with a variety of flooring such as tiles, vinyl, hardwood and laminate. Similar to snow removal systems, electric floor heating requires placing heated cables under the floor in your home. The installation process is very safe, as all electric floor heating systems are designed to eliminate risk of fire or electric shock.
Contact MADE ELECTRIC for more information on electric floor heating and snow melting systems! Our team operates within Vaughan and the GTA and is committed to helping meet all of your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How long can we expect our indoor floor heating system to last?
Most electric floor heating systems come with 25 year warranties, though if maintained properly they typically have a lifespan of up to 30-40 years. It is recommended that you hire an expert who understands the maintenance of electric heating systems to ensure it’s always in good shape.
How much electricity does electric floor heating use?
Electric floor heating systems are normally very efficient and use less energy than other heating systems/appliances. A typical electric floor heating system uses approximately 12-15 watts per hour, per square foot.
What is the difference between an electric snow melting system and a hydronic system?
Though both systems are equally capable of clearing snow/ice buildup, and have similar material costs, electric systems are much easier to install and maintain. Electric systems have a much higher energy efficiency and are capable of delivering the same performance as hydronic systems with less energy consumption.
How quickly do electric snow melting systems melt snow?
The amount of snow and ice cleared per hour depends on a variety of factors, such as temperature and level of snow. Generally speaking, most electric snow melting systems are designed to melt 1″ – 3″ of snow per hour.