{"id":194,"date":"2020-03-31T09:30:15","date_gmt":"2020-03-31T09:30:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/globalheatingcooling.us\/blog\/?p=194"},"modified":"2020-04-09T06:28:17","modified_gmt":"2020-04-09T06:28:17","slug":"the-need-for-snow-melt-systems-in-chicago","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/globalheatingcooling.us\/blog\/2020\/03\/31\/the-need-for-snow-melt-systems-in-chicago\/","title":{"rendered":"The Need for Snow-Melt Systems in Chicago"},"content":{"rendered":"

A few hours of steady snowfall can leave everything covered in white. Though visually, it looks glorious, it’s equally stressful for the homeowners to shovel out knee-deep snow off their driveways and porch.<\/p>\n

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Particularly in Chicago, where temperatures can drop to as low as -23 degrees<\/a> (as recorded on 30th<\/sup> January 2019), it can be stressful to salt and shovel the ice on your porch on a freezing morning.<\/p>\n

You could hire a snow ploughing service; however, for people living in areas with extreme and long winters, the most plausible solution is a snow melting system. An increasing number of homeowners are getting these systems installed in Chicago, and here’s why.<\/p>\n

Clears Snow as It Falls<\/h2>\n

The snow melting system works on getting rid of the snow as it begins to fall. This means you won\u2019t have to wake up 2 hours earlier every morning to shovel snow off your driveway and car before you head out for work.<\/p>\n

Snow Melt Systems Are Budget-Friendly<\/h2>\n

Many people assume that installing or repairing a snow melting system will cost them an arm and a leg, especially if they have a wide and long driveway. In reality, however, these units are affordable, ranging from $1200 to $1500 for 20 inches wide and a 40-foot long driveway. The cost may be lower for a smaller driveway.<\/p>\n

No Water Left Behind<\/h2>\n

As long as your driveway is designed according to the standards and has a proper drainage system, the water resulting from heated snow will disappear as soon as the melting cycle finishes. You\u2019ll wake up to a dry, nice, and clean driveway and walkway!<\/p>\n

\"Snow-Melt<\/p>\n

Keeps Your Driveway in Good Condition in 60605<\/h2>\n

Ice buildup and accumulation of water can deteriorate the structural integrity of your driveway. Whether it\u2019s a concrete, asphalt, and brick or stone driveway, accumulated snow can result in cracks and ditches if not removed for long.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, sharp snow plow and snow melting chemicals and salts can damage the driveway\u2019s surface. A defected driveway not only affects the curb appeal of your home, but also destroys the suspension, tires, and other parts of your car.<\/p>\n

If your snow melting system has stopped functioning properly, make sure you don\u2019t delay and get it repaired as soon as possible.<\/p>\n

At Global Heating and Cooling, we offer top-quality snowmelt system repairs<\/a> and floor heating installations<\/a> in Chicago using the latest techniques and advanced equipment.<\/p>\n

Our Heating Contractors 60605<\/a> are proficient in a variety of HVAC<\/a> installations, repairs, and replacements.<\/p>\n

We are offering a 10% discount<\/a> on our services for all the new customers! Call us at (773) 801-3734 for more information on HVAC Chicago 60605<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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