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The Future of Hydronic Heated Floors Amidst A Shift Away From Fossil Fuels (And Why They’re Still Worth It)
As fewer customers consider fossil fuels to be a desirable long term heating option, you may be asking yourself: should I still install hydronically heated radiant floors? The short answer is yes. Hydronic radiant floors still add plenty of value
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Are Snow Melt Systems More Eco-friendly Than Traditional Deicing Methods?
Deicing chemicals leave stains on footwear, irritate pets’ paws, and corrode vehicles. But did you know that they also have a lasting impact on the surrounding ecosystems? In this post, we’ll examine the environmental effect of deicing chemicals and compare
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How To Avoid Puncturing PEX Tubing and What To Do If You Detect A Leak?
To avoid puncturing PEX tubing, use a skilled, careful concrete crew that’s familiar with pouring slabs over PEX circuits. If you detect a leak, you can fix it with a repair coupling or replace the circuit altogether.
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Why Use a Snow and Ice Melting System Under Your Home’s Driveway
By opting for a snow and ice melt system, you reduce your risk of having a cardiovascular event while shoveling snow; help avert slip-and-fall accidents; keep your cars, pets, and plants away from corrosive chemicals, and save plenty of time.
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How Snow and Ice Melt Systems Can Benefit Your Business Facility
Snow and Ice Melt systems may not be cheap to set up and operate, but overall they provide a healthier, cleaner, and more customer-friendly alternative to deicing chemicals.
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Does the “Concrete Slab Thickness” Measurement Include the Concrete Between the Nodules of a Heat-Sheet Panel?
Concrete Slab Thickness is measured from the top of the Heat-Sheet nodules to the top of the slab itself. We present Concrete Slab Thickness in this way to be as conservative as possible.
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Does It Make Sense to Have a Snow and Ice Melt (SIM) System in Your Region?
The energy consumption and associated costs of a snowmelt system can fluctuate dramatically between regions. Read the full article to estimate your operating costs.
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Is Heat-Sheet a Radon Barrier?
Heat-Sheet functions perfectly well as under-slab insulation and can even serve as the vapor barrier, but it is not an adequate Radon barrier.
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How Do I Detail Heat-Sheet Correctly in Order to Eliminate the Layer of Poly?
A popular feature of Heat-Sheet is that it can eliminate the need for a layer of poly/vapor barrier.
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Polishing Your Concrete Slab — Why You Should Consider It, And How to Get It Done
STW cutting Edge Carpenty Inc. talks about a unique, beautiful, yet often overlooked flooring finish — polished concrete.
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