For the busy patrons and staff of Bobber's Bar and Grill in Lake Zurich, IL, winter meant constant shoveling and salting of their outdoor spaces, creating a safety hazard and a constant chore. WarmlyYours solved this cold-weather challenge by installing a complete electric radiant snow melting system beneath their new concrete patio and walkway. This system provides hands-free, automated snow and ice removal, guaranteeing clear, slip-free access while delivering incredible value and peace of mind to the business.
Project Details
- Location: Lake Zurich, Illinois
- Heated Space Type: Concrete Patio and Walkway (Commercial Snow Melting)
- Square Footage: 70.75 sq. ft.
- Voltage: 120V
- Total Wattage: 3000 W
- Amps: 25 A
- Flooring Type: New Concrete Installation
- Operating Cost Per Hour: $0.42
- Products Used: Snow Melt Mats, Snow Melt Cable, and Value Snow Melt Control
- Company/Installer: Bobber's Bar and Grill (Self-Installed or Local Contractor)
Heated Patio and Walkway Installation
Winter in Northern Illinois brings heavy snowfall and icy conditions, which presented a significant daily challenge for the team at Bobber's Bar and Grill. Manually clearing the patio and walkway was labor-intensive, time-consuming, and often led to uneven, slippery surfaces that posed a risk to customers. The solution required a permanent, robust, and cost-effective system that could handle the high wattage demand of a powerful snow-melting application.
WarmlyYours designed a custom electric radiant snow melting system combining a Snow Melt PowerMat for the main patio area and flexible Snow Melt Cable for the precise coverage needed on the adjacent walkway. Both products are specifically rated for embedment in concrete. The mat provided the quickest installation for the large, open space, while the cable offered the necessary versatility for the irregular shape of the walkway. The entire system was paired with the automated Value Snow and Ice Melt Control, ensuring energy-efficient operation by only turning on when both the temperature drops below freezing and moisture is detected. The outcome is a safe, clear, and welcoming entrance that requires zero effort from the staff, maximizing customer safety and business continuity throughout the harsh winter months.
Featured Products
WarmlyYours Snow Melting Systems are the perfect radiant heating solution for outdoor concrete, asphalt, or paver surfaces, eliminating the need for shoveling and salt.
- Value Snow and Ice Melt Control (SCV-DUAL): This cost-effective, aerial-mounted control automatically detects precipitation and temperature, activating the system only when snow is falling and the temperature is below $38^\circ\text{F}$. It includes an adjustable hold-on time to ensure complete melt-off, minimizing operating costs and maximizing energy efficiency.
- Snow Melt PowerMat (WHMA-240-0310): A 3' x 10' mat covering 30 sq. ft. at 50 W/sq. ft. The mat features heating cable pre-spaced on a mesh, offering the fastest, easiest installation method for rectangular areas like this patio.
- Snow Melt Cable (WHCA-240-0086): An 85.5-foot cable that is flexible enough to heat the uniquely shaped walkway. The cable allows for customized spacing (typically 3" or 4") to ensure optimal heat output even in irregularly shaped spaces.
