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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
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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