Luxury Snow Melting for a Bartlett, IL Driveway

This project involved a significant upgrade to a home in Bartlett, IL, a region that experiences heavy snowfall and icy conditions. The homeowner sought a reliable, energy-efficient, and hands-free solution to eliminate the physical burden and constant cost of snow removal. WarmlyYours delivered a comprehensive electric radiant snow melting system, installing 840 sq. ft. of Snow Melt PowerMats directly into their new asphalt driveway, ensuring safety, convenience, and adding significant long-term value to the property.

Project Details

Location: Bartlett, Illinois
Heated Space Type: Residential Driveway
Surface Type: New Asphalt
Heated Square Footage: 840 sq. ft. (Full Coverage)
Electrical Consumption:
- Watts: 42,000 W (42 kW)
- Volts: 240 V
- Amps: 175 A
Operating Cost Per Hour: $6.11
Products Used: WarmlyYours Snow Melt PowerMat and Snow Melt Plaque

Automated Winter Safety for a Chicago Suburb Home

Living in the Chicago metropolitan area means dealing with unpredictable and heavy winter weather. The homeowners in Bartlett, IL, were tired of the early morning shoveling, the ongoing expense of plowing services, and the constant application of salt that damages their new driveway surface. They needed a permanent, low-maintenance solution.

WarmlyYours's electric radiant floor heating was the perfect fit. The system uses robust Snow Melt PowerMats that were laid directly onto the sub-base and then covered with the new asphalt. The full 840 sq. ft. coverage ensures that the entire driveway remains clear of snow and ice, eliminating all slip hazards. This large-scale, automated installation solved the specific problem of heavy snowfall management and the need for a non-corrosive solution for their asphalt surface. The simplicity of the Snow Melt PowerMat system—which comes pre-spaced in rolls—ensured a smoother installation process for the contractor, allowing them to complete the heating element layout efficiently before the final asphalt pour.

Featured Products

Snow Melt PowerMat 240V Heavy-duty, twin-conductor heating cable pre-spaced and woven into a mat for easy installation. Designed to be embedded in asphalt, concrete, or pavers to provide reliable, on-demand snow and ice removal.

Snow Melt Plaque An NEC-required electrical plaque used to notify any future worker that an electrical heating system is buried beneath the surface.

Quotes

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much does it cost to run heated floors in a Bartlett, IL driveway?

The running cost for a snow melting system depends on the size and wattage. This specific 840 sq. ft. driveway system uses 42,000 watts (42 kW). Based on the average residential electricity rate in Bartlett, IL, the operating cost per hour is about $6.11. The cost is only incurred when the system is actively melting snow, typically for a few hours at a time, making it an energy efficient heating solution compared to the lifetime cost of hiring snow removal services.

2. Can an electric radiant floor heating system prevent ice and snow on an asphalt surface?

Yes, the WarmlyYours Snow Melt PowerMat is specifically designed for installation under materials like new asphalt, concrete, and pavers. Once activated, this powerful electric floor heating system generates enough heat to automatically melt falling snow and ice on contact, ensuring a clear and safe surface without the need for corrosive chemicals or manual labor.

3. Is electric radiant floor heating an energy efficient way to manage snow and ice?

Radiant floor heating is very energy efficient because it heats the surface directly and operates only when temperatures drop and moisture is detected. Unlike blowers or plows, it prevents snow and ice from accumulating in the first place. The high wattage is necessary for melting snow in cold climates, but the system's automated sensors minimize run time, making the process highly effective and energy efficient heating for targeted outdoor applications.

4. What are the main benefits of using floor warming for a residential driveway in a cold climate like Illinois?

The key benefit of floor warming for a driveway is safety, as it eliminates dangerous ice and snow slip hazards. It also offers extreme convenience, allowing for hands-off, automated snow removal. Furthermore, it protects your driveway surface from the damaging, corrosive effects of salt and chemicals, preserving the look and integrity of your new asphalt.