Tired of shoveling snow, those of you in the colder regions of the US? Perhaps you are considering moving domiciles due to this laborious task, especially in your driveway. Many homeowners are aging in place, and the thought of continuing to do their snow removal is a deterrent to staying in their family home. We have a solution for you: outdoor radiant heating systems for all paved surfaces—something to consider before the Maryland winter arrives.
Radiant Heat: Easy Maintenance 365 Days A Year
Do you enjoy entertaining outdoors and have an excellent outdoor living space? Unfortunately, for many in the U.S., this is a favorite pastime for only half of the year. As soon as the temperatures drop and frost is alighting on the ground, homeowners roll up this living space and store it till the sunshine and warmth return. What if you could enjoy your time alfresco all year long? We have a solution to this dilemma – radiant heating systems.
The truth is no one enjoys shoveling snow and chipping away at ice on their patio, walkways, or driveway. This is even more true for the 76 million Boomers in our nation who are aging in place. As we age, the chore of shoveling snow and, especially, the risk of falling on icy surfaces can be hazardous. Perhaps you aren’t considering having your meals outside in December, but would prefer not to deal with moving snow and ice off your walkways and driveway. Consider installing an outdoor radiant heating system on these surfaces.
The Technology
Perhaps you are already familiar with radiant heat indoors, such as in your bathroom or any other room in the house. Are you experiencing the enjoyment of crawling out of bed on a cold winter morning to dash into the bathroom and find your bathroom floor warm and toasty? Many homeowners have opted for this luxury within their domain but haven’t considered incorporating it into their outdoor living space. Your patio can be a year-round entertaining space, even in the bitter cold, without cramping your style. Adding radiant heat to your space and incorporating various options for patio heaters can extend the life of your outdoor living area. This technology melts snow before it accumulates, thereby preventing ice from forming. The heated stones or pavers radiate the heat to the furniture that rests upon them, keeping things comfortable even in the winter.
These heating systems are versatile and can be configured to fit your patio, driveway, or walkways. The electrical mats and cables can be positioned on a layer of sand with the pavers on top or can be set in concrete just below the surface when it is poured. A manual switch can be used to engage the system, or the homeowner is welcome to install an automatic sensor-detection system. Of course, installing radiant heating systems before installing a patio or driveway is the best approach. However, if you are in the market for repaving your driveway, you may want to consider including radiant heating in your plans.
You can enjoy your outdoor living space year-round. Contact Owings Mechanical to discuss your particular needs and schedule your installation today!