Unmatched Winter Safety and Curb Appeal : Luxurious Radiant Comfort for a Dayton, OH Paver Walkway

This showcase details a comprehensive outdoor heating project in Dayton, Ohio, managed by installer Robert Wagner of Lenz Inc. The challenge was maintaining safe, clear access to the home throughout the harsh Midwest winters without the hassle of manual shoveling or chemical deicers. WarmlyYours solved this by installing Snow Melt PowerMats beneath the paver surfaces, ensuring the 137 sq. ft. porch and walkway are always snow-free and adding significant value and efficiency to the property.

Project Details

Location: Dayton, OH
Heated Space Type: Walkway & Porch (Outdoor Snow Melting)
Square Footage: 137 sq. ft.
Power Specs: 6250 Watts, 240 Volts, 26 Amps
Flooring: Paver
Operating Cost Per Hour (Estimated): $0.75

The Solution Unveiled

The winter climate in Dayton, Ohio, necessitates a reliable solution for snow removal. Homeowner Robert Wagner (Lenz Inc.) recognized the potential danger and daily labor involved in maintaining a long paver walkway and porch. The solution required a system that could integrate seamlessly beneath the pavers and operate efficiently on demand.

The choice was the WarmlyYours Snow Melt System, utilizing robust Snow Melt PowerMats. The mats, sized specifically for the project (totaling 125 sq. ft. of heated area across the porch and main walkway sections), were laid directly on the base layer before the pavers were set. This installation method is straightforward and permanent, locking the in-floor heating system safely out of sight. A Value Snow Melt Control and a Medium Relay Panel were installed indoors to manage the system automatically, activating only when moisture is detected and temperatures fall below freezing, ensuring energy-efficient heating and complete, hands-free snow removal. The outcome is a property that not only boasts superior curb appeal but offers guaranteed safety and radiant comfort throughout the snow season.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much does it cost to run a heated paver walkway system in Dayton, OH?

This specific 137 sq. ft. electric radiant heating system has an operating cost of approximately $0.75 per hour. Based on the average residential electric rate of around $0.12/\text{kWh}$ in Dayton, OH, running the system for a full 8-hour snowstorm would cost about $6.00. This is a small price for guaranteed safety and convenience.

2. Can radiant heating replace manual snow removal for paver surfaces?

Yes, in-floor heating for outdoor areas, like the Snow Melt PowerMat system used here, is a complete replacement for manual shoveling and chemical deicers. The automated control turns the system on before snow accumulates, melting it on contact and preventing ice buildup, offering a superior and safer solution for heated floors beneath pavers.

3. What type of flooring works best with this system?

WarmlyYours Snow Melt PowerMats are designed to work seamlessly with all common paver materials, including concrete pavers, interlocking brick, and natural stone. The mats are installed directly beneath the pavers in the bedding material, ensuring even heat distribution for effective and energy-efficient heating.

4. Is electric snow melting considered energy efficient heating?

Absolutely. While snow melting systems are high-wattage, they are highly energy efficient heating solutions because they only run when necessary. Paired with the automated Value Snow Melt Control, the system activates only when both precipitation and freezing temperatures are detected, minimizing wasted energy and optimizing the operating cost.