From Cold and Unused to Warm and Welcoming: A Radiant Basement Transformation in Jefferson, NJ

A 117 sq. ft. basement remodel featuring TempZone™ electric floor warming rolls to create a comfortable, livable space.

JEFFERSON, NJ
Remodeled basement with finished heated floor
Size: 177 sq.ft. Voltage: 120V Wattage: 1766 W Amps: 15 A Flooring: Tile, Marble or Stone Cost/hr *: $0.32

This Jefferson, New Jersey basement was always the coldest room in the house, with a forced-air system that just couldn't keep up, especially during winter. The homeowners decided to reclaim the space, installing 117 square feet of electric in-floor heating during their remodel. The new system provides consistent, luxurious warmth, turning an uncomfortable lower level into a truly livable and valuable part of the home.


Project Details

  • Location: Jefferson, New Jersey
  • Heated Space Type: Basement
  • Square Footage: 117 sq. ft.
  • Watts: 1766 W
  • Volts: 120V
  • Amps: 15 A
  • Operating Cost: ~$0.32/hour
  • Products Used: TempZone™ Flex Rolls, nSpire Touch Thermostat

A New Level of Comfort

For homeowner David Pisano, the basement was a challenge. "Our basement always had a heat source," he explained, "but the way the forced air system was initially installed, it didn’t really push the proper amount of heat needed." The result was a room that was "always cold," requiring several layers just to be in during the winter.

The planned remodel was the perfect opportunity to fix this problem for good. Instead of re-routing ductwork, they opted for the comfort and efficiency of radiant floor heating under new tile flooring. The team chose WarmlyYours TempZone™ Flex Rolls, which are ideal for quickly covering large, open areas like this basement.

"The room needed an overhaul, and the heated floors would be a great way to keep the area warm," David said. The installation proved straightforward, and the impact was immediate. The new in-floor heating system provides silent, even heat from the ground up, eliminating the cold drafts and uncomfortable chill the old system could never solve. "Installation was simple," David noted, "and tech support was on point!"


Featured Products

  • TempZone™ Flex Rolls (1.5' x 66' and 1.5' x 12') These versatile rolls make installation fast and simple. The heating cable is pre-spaced on a mesh backing, which can be easily cut and turned to fit the custom layout of any room. It's the perfect solution for efficiently heating under tile, marble, or stone floors.
  • nSpire Touch Thermostat This programmable touchscreen thermostat provides precise temperature control for maximum comfort and energy efficiency. It includes a floor sensor, is Wi-Fi enabled for remote control, and features a modern, sleek design to complement any room.

* This 117 sq. ft. radiant floor heating system costs just about $0.32 per hour to run. Based on an 8-hour daily use during cold months, that’s only $2.56 per day—or less than $77 per month—to transform an entire basement into a cozy, warm living space.

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Frequently Asked Questions


The cost depends on the room size, how long you run it, and your local electricity rates. For this 117 sq. ft. New Jersey basement, it costs about $0.32 per hour. For a typical 8-hour-a-day use, this is less than $77 per month to keep the entire space comfortably warm.
Yes, in many cases. As seen in this project, the radiant floor heating system was added because the home's primary forced-air system was ineffective in the basement. The new in-floor heating now provides the consistent, primary source of comfort for the room.
This project used tile, which is an ideal choice. Tile, marble, and natural stone are excellent conductors of heat, making them feel incredibly warm and distributing the heat evenly. Engineered wood and luxury vinyl tile (LVT) are also popular and effective options.
Yes. This type of system is highly efficient because it heats the objects and people in the room directly from the floor up, rather than trying to heat the air. This "zoning" capability, controlled by a programmable thermostat, means you only heat the room you're using, when you're using it, reducing the energy waste common with central furnaces.
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