Trick or Treat? Is Radiant Heat Installation a Trick or a Treat for End Users?

Around the time trick-or-treaters come eagerly knocking at your door, the hint of snow is in the air. In fact, some parts of the country have already endured a few light storms, reminding us all that winter is knocking along with those chubby-handed costumed kiddies. It is a time to seriously consider installing radiant heat in your driveway. A heated driveway keeps your drive and walks clear of pesky snow. Is installation of a radiant snow melting systems a trick or treat for do-it-yourself customers?

Warmzone offers a relatively simple product called ClearZone snow melting mats. These radiant heat mats are quite simple to install but come with a few disclaimers that if followed will help you avoid mishap. The great news is that ClearZone mats have pre-spaced cable rows making it simple to follow the correct method of laying the heat cables down.

One of the most important things to be aware of is that you must never cut the cables in an attempt to make them fit an awkward space or fill in a gap. Also, be sure to lay the cables at least two inches apart from its neighbor. If the cables are placed too closely they will overheat and reduce the life span of the radiant heat cables. No matter how confident you are with your placement and installation it is usually wise to hire a professional electrician to do the final inspection. Following these simple guidelines will help your radiant heated driveway installation be a wonderful treat instead of a horrible trick.