Cozy comfort, lower bills, and a radiant family space—thanks to Environ™ floor heating
When Noelle and her family faced extreme temperature swings and high heating bills in their two-story living room, they found a simple, elegant solution in radiant heating. With WarmlyYours Environ II™ under-carpet heating, they created a space that’s not only more energy efficient—but one where the whole family loves to gather. Here’s her story, in her own words.
Why Forced Air Heating Wasn’t Enough for This Two-Story Living Room
“We moved in during the spring and discovered the house was wonderfully cool and comfortable during the summer … and then winter came.”
We fell in love with our house at first sight. The vaulted, two-story living room was beautiful. But when winter hit, we quickly realized the heating system wasn’t up to the challenge. Gas bills soared over $400, the upstairs overheated into the 80s, and downstairs stayed chilly and uncomfortable in the low 60s. Despite our best efforts—like reversing ceiling fans and trying space heaters—we were constantly layering up in sweatpants and sweaters, just trying to get through the season.
Discovering Radiant Heating
A friend who moved to South Korea told me about heated floors, which are common there. I was intrigued. After researching options, I found WarmlyYours and their under-carpet radiant heating. Compared to moving vents or installing a new HVAC system, it was the most affordable, least invasive option. Bonus: I needed new carpet anyway!
How Environ II™ Radiant Heat Was Installed—and What Happened Next
We had the system installed in January, and my husband left a freezing house in the morning and came home to a warm, comfortable living room with new carpet that evening.
“The installation was easy and smooth—it barely took a day.”
Downstairs finally warmed up, and upstairs dropped about 10 degrees—bringing the temperatures between floors within 5 degrees of each other. We finally had balance.
Comfort, Family, and Savings
“It’s wonderful to find my parents sprawled out with their granddaughter… It makes the room cozy and, of course, warm.”
Now, the heated floor is everyone’s favorite spot. Guests, family, even our pets love laying on it. We curl up there to play games, watch TV, or just relax together. What surprised us most was that our electric bill actually went down—despite adding a heating system. Space heaters were not only ineffective but far more expensive to run.
Final Thoughts from Noelle
Despite not being a fan of winter, I now actually look forward to it—because it means time with family on our toasty, radiant floor. Thank you, WarmlyYours, for helping us love our home even more.
Warmly,
Noelle Norfolk and Family
Greer, South Carolina
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can you install radiant floor heating under carpet?
Yes. WarmlyYours Environ™ systems are designed specifically for use under carpet and floating laminate floors. They’re ideal for retrofit applications and deliver efficient, even heat.
How much does it cost to run radiant heat in a living room?
Noelle’s 250 sq. ft. room cost about $0.65/day to run based on local rates. Actual cost depends on square footage, insulation, and usage time.
Is radiant heating more efficient than space heaters?
Yes. Radiant heat warms people and objects directly, rather than just air. Noelle found that her electric bill was lower with radiant heat than when using multiple space heaters.
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