| LAKE TAHOE CLIMATE FACTS AND STATISTICS |
| Information Provided by U.S. Climate Data, Tripsavvy & Currentresults.com. |
| Coldest month: January (average high temperature of 43°F). |
| Average annual snowfall: 125 inches (at lake level). |
| Average annual snowfall: at resorts 300-500 inches. |
| Snowiest month of the year: January (43.8 inches). |
| Average daily high temperature December - March: 39.8°F. |
| Average annual high temperature: 56.8°F. |
| Average annual low temperature: 34.3°F. |
| Average annual temperature: 44.1°F. |
Warmzone is a trusted radiant heat industry leader that has been providing heated driveways, roof de-icing and floor heating systems throughout Northern America for almost two decades. Our expertise helps to ensure that home and business owners alike are receiving the highest quality of radiant products and best customer support services in the industry. We offer one of the largest selections of solutions in the business, all backed by unprecedented customer service. So, just how does one go about finding the ideal heated driveway or snow melting system?
Finding the best driveway heating system for your home can be daunting, but it doesn't have to be difficult. Installing a radiant heat system may not be as difficult or expensive as you may think. Because the systems are so easy to customize, consumers can have Warmzone tailor the system so that it meets their specific snow melting needs as well as their budget. Every heated driveway is different, and some of the cost-saving options include installing heated tire tracks (instead of heating the entire driveway), heating a strip in the middle of the driveway, or simply heating trouble spots, such as areas where the driveway is on an incline.
Having affordable options makes installing a heated driveway a realistic possibility. But prospective buyers need to consider factors other than cost. A heated driveway will only perform as well as its installation. Top quality products can only live up to their potential if they are installed correctly. For this reason, Warmzone extends industry-leading customer services — including free training — to help ensure that installers and homeowners are happy with the installation.
Warmzone offers free installation training for installers. This is a valuable service that ultimately saves time and money in the long run. Installers will receive training (via video conference) that covers every aspect of their installation, and they can ask questions at any time. During the installation, installers can call one of our support staff and address any issues at hand. Warmzone stays with its customers throughout the purchasing and installation process.
Warmzone heated driveway systems are designed according to ASHRAE standards. This means that the system is tailored to perform specifically for winter conditions in your area. ASHRAE standards take into account such factors as altitude, typical snowfall, and temperatures to ensure that your system is capable of handling the Lake Tahoe winters.
Warmzone heated driveway systems can be installed to keep driveways, sidewalks, steps, bridges, loading docks, ramps and more clear of snow and ice all winter long. The systems are easily customized to meet the specific needs of each application. The systems are reliable and energy efficient, and can significantly increase the value of your home.
With clean radiant heat becoming more commonplace nowadays, it seems only natural that more and more heated driveways spring up around town. But just how realistic is it for the average Tahoe area resident to install a heated driveway? And how much does it cost to operate a heated driveway?
Naturally, the costs vary depending on the square footage, but there are some general calculations that will give you a basic idea of the installation and operating costs involved with a driveway heating system.
1. Establish the total square footage of the area that will be heated. (The average American home has an 800-square foot driveway.)
2. Multiply the square footage by the heat required (37 watts per sq. ft. for residential). This will give you a total for the watts per square footage required.
3. Divide this number by 1,000 to convert to kilowatts.
4. Look up the kilowatts-per-hour rate from the local power utility company.
5. Multiply the total watts-per-square footage by the watts-per-hour. This gives you the cost-per-hour of usage for the snow melting system.
EXAMPLE: Calculating the costs for an 800-square foot driveway: A typical residential system uses 37 watts per square foot.
800 (sq.ft.) x 37 (watts) = 29,600 (total watts).
29,600 divided by 1,000 = 29.6 kw per hour (This is what the power company will charge you per one hour of operation.) The average utility rate is .12 cents per kilowatt-hour (according to NPR data), therefore: 29.6 x .12 = $3.55. The cost of operation would be $3.55 per hour.
Radiant heated driveways and snow melting systems operate on clean, renewable energy. The systems are fully automated and maintenance free, so you never have to worry about them. These features alone make radiant heat an attractive option, but throw in the added safety and no more need to shovel or salt your driveway and you have a winning solution.
We understand that the key to radiant heat systems is that they are properly installed. That's why Warmzone includes free installation training, system designs, and comprehensive technical support. The installation training covers all aspects of your project to help ensure the system is installed correctly and that the customer is satisfied.
To learn more about the free installation training, or to schedule an online training course, call our training staff today at 801-948-7545. The courses can be completed online, and typically take less than an hour. To learn more about Warmzone's products and services, call and speak with a friendly radiant heat expert today, at 888-488-9276.
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