This homeowner in Lower Sackville, NS, faced the common problem of an uninvitingly cold basement, especially with the use of tile flooring. To convert this valuable square footage into a comfortable, livable extension of their home, they turned to WarmlyYours' electric floor heating. The installation of a TempZone™ Cable system beneath the tile, marble, or stone floor provided a high-value, energy-efficient solution that adds luxury and year-round comfort.
Project Details
- Location: Lower Sackville, NS
- Heated Space Type: Basement
- Square Footage: 396 sq. ft. (Heated Area)
- Watts, Volts, Amps: 3515 Watts(Total), 240 Volts, 14.76 Amps (Total)
- Operating Cost Per Hour: $0.64 CAD
- Quick Breakdown: $5.12 CAD/Day (based on 8 hours of use)
- Quick Breakdown: $153.60 CAD/Month (based on 8 hours/day for 30 days)
- Products Used: TempZone™ Floor Heating Cable, nSpire Touch Programmable Thermostat
The Story: Basement Floor Warming Upgrade
The homeowners' challenge was simple but significant: their large basement, which they wanted to utilize as a main living or entertainment space, was perpetually cold due to the concrete slab and the finished tile, marble, or stone flooring. This made the space feel damp and uninviting, undermining their investment in the basement finish.
The solution was the robust and flexible WarmlyYours TempZone™ Cable system. Designed for full floor coverage and an ideal fit beneath solid surfaces like stone, the cable was installed using a 5.0 inch spacing to ensure consistent, deep heat across the entire 396 sq. ft. area. The installation utilized plastic fixing strips for an easy, accurate layout, securing the cable before the tile installation. The result is a total transformation: the basement is now a cozy, welcoming space with luxuriously warm floors, effectively upgrading its comfort and significantly increasing the home's long-term value.
Featured Products
- TempZone™ Floor Heating Cable (TCT240-3.7W-355 & TCT240-3.7W-595): A durable, twin-conductor cable that provides the highest level of design flexibility to heat irregularly shaped areas and ensure full floor coverage. It’s the ideal electric floor heating solution for use under tile, stone, and marble.
- nSpire Touch Programmable Thermostat (UDG4-4999-WY): A sleek, full-color touchscreen thermostat with a built-in Class A GFCI. This smart controller allows the homeowner to program a heating schedule for maximum energy efficiency and has an energy-use monitor to track operating costs.
