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DMITRY FURMAN

CONSIDER HEATED FLOORS Stepping onto a cold floor in your bedroom, kitchen or bathroom can be an unwelcome feeling in the cold winter months so many homeowners look into installing heated flooring. There are two ways to do this. The first is with a hydronic system that uses hot water tubes to create heat. The second option is an electric system that uses electric wires to heat the floor. Initially, the electric system will be cheaper to install but will likely cost more in the long run whereas the hydronic will cost more up front but be more cost effective over time. The long-term cost is highly variant based on your water and power costs. A rough estimate can be calculated by estimating a heated floor to use 12 watts of power per hour, per square foot. The in-floor heating elements can be installed under a variety of flooring finishes including wood, laminate and even carpet. Check with both the flooring and heating system manufactures to find the best match for your needs. Over the span of a few days, you can install the heated flooring yourself, but calling the professionals is always recommended if you're not a handy person. It does require a bit more skill to remove current flooring, install the heating elements and replace the flooring. Aside from always having toasty warm feet, another benefit you may find from heated floors is that they uniformly heat the room they are in which allows your furnace a break and provides an energy efficient option to heating your home. CELL: 289-807-0673