The area I live in accumulates multiple feet of snow every year.
- The outside temperature is often below freezing and can drop down to twenty below zero.
For approximately eight months, it’s necessary to depend on the heating system. I am extremely thankful that my house is outfitted with a boiler in the basement. It is a hydronic heating system, which helps to avoid issues with low humidity, air contaminants and temperature fluctuations. The boiler heats water and sends it through a series of pipes that are concealed under the floors. Heat radiates across the floor, rises slowly and creates a really evenly distributed and gentle comfort. The system is wonderfully energy efficient and includes the benefits of zone control. We can customize the temperature room by room and avoid heating empty areas. One of the best features of the boiler heating system is that it also accommodates a snowmelt system. It operates very much like the heated floors inside the house. There is a network of pipes installed beneath the pavement of the driveway, sidewalk, front steps and garage. The boiler sends hot water through those pipes and the heat works to melt snow and ice. The system reacts to temperature drop and moisture and automatically starts up. We never need to stand outside in sub zero temperatures and shovel snow. The job of snow removal is extremely labor-intensive, time-consuming and endless. It is such a relief to have the snow melt system. There’s no fear of slipping, falling and getting injured due to icy pavement. We’ve also eliminated the concerns over where to pile all that snow.