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Energy Efficient, Icy Floor Solutions

2012-02-08T11:34:20-06:00

It's been a rather tame winter in the U.S., especially here in the Midwest, and though the temperatures have yet to drop to a frigid point, even 30°F degree weather can take its toll both inside and out. And, cold, icy floors in the early morning hours are like an unwelcome friend who barges in unexpectedly. Many homeowners just cringe and resign themselves to deal with the cold floors, but with electric floor heating your problems are solved, and your feet are happy again.

One of the biggest misconceptions is that your floor covering choice limits you from warming up your icy floors. Though ceramic tile is the most common floor covering used with electric floor heating, as identified by EnergySavers.gov, you can heat virtually any floor covering by adding radiant heat. In fact, we like to pride ourselves on having the right radiant solution for every area of your life. Ceramic, stone, hardwood, floating wood, laminate, carpet, and, yes, even that beautiful marble floor! You name it and it can be heated!

With it’s optimal energy efficiency fit for a green-built house, costing less than $0.16 per day for a large master bathroom, and converting 100% of its energy, radiant electric floor heating is very energy-efficient. Rather than warming the air in the house, it warms you and the objects around you. Our floor heating systems can be used as a primary heat source in your bathroom, set for ambient or room temperature. We offer the hottest floor-heating mat on the market, utilizing the full 15-watts per square foot for optimum heat output and a fast warm-up time.

If you're not looking to replace your floor, but you still need more warmth, radiant panels are an excellent way to heat the room and its objects. According to EnergySavers.gov, “radiant panels have [the] quickest response time of any heating technology. Because the panels can be individually controlled for each room, the quick response feature can potentially result in cost and energy savings compared to other systems … when entering a room, the occupant can increase the temperature setting and reach a comfortable level within minutes.”

Our radiant panel called, LAVA®, is a fabulous solution to icy, cold rooms where floor heating and a new floor covering is not a part of your remodeling plans. With a beautifully crafted glass panel that offers multiple options from colored glass or a mirror finish, to Swarovski ELEMENTS® crystal designs, the LAVA® provides all the health benefits of floor heating, and is esthetically designed to perfectly accent any room of your home.

Save yourself from the cold and add a radiant solution for your home. With radiant heating, there are no more excuses for an icy floor!

The WarmlyYours Weekly Radiant Heating News

2012-02-06T11:56:29-06:00

Here is the latest and greatest news from the WarmlyYours Weekly Radiant News for this week!

This week's featured articles:

"Radiant Pro Selling: Value and Function"

When you’re visiting with potential or current customers, the question may arise, “Isn’t radiant heat a luxury I can do without?” And, how then do you answer that question? Sure, radiant heat is, in fact a luxury, but there is strong merit in the added value and functionality that it offers to your customers. Let’s first start with the resale value of radiant heating, which in a down market can be an “easy sell.” One in every five people or 20% of potential home buyers say that floor heating is a desired luxury when searching for and buying a new home. No matter the type of home, across the US - floor heating is one of the hottest selling points on the market! Read More

"Small Business Confidence Hits Three-Year High"

Small-business owners are feeling decidedly more optimistic about the state of their companies and the U.S. economy than they have in some time. Never mind that "some time" refers to the dismal last few years since the recession; business activity and expectations are moving in a positive direction. The new findings come from the National Small Business Association, a 74-year-old organization that surveyed 450 members in December and January. Results include significant improvements in several categories since the last survey, in July. Read More

"December U.S. Construction Spending Surged 1.5% M/M"

U.S. total construction spending surged 1.5% over November, which was over twice the 0.7% expected by consensus and pushes spending to the highest level in almost two years. However, it comes after the 1.2% jump reported the prior month was downwardly revised to a 0.4% gain. Gains were seen across all groups, with gains in nonresidential construction leading the pack. Total nonresidential construction spending was up 1.9% m/m and is up 4.5% over last year, while total residential construction rose 0.7% m/m and is up just 3.8% y/y. Private nonresidential construction was up 3.3% m/m and is up 11.4% over last year. Private residential construction was up 0.8% m/m and is up a more modest 4.9% over last year. Total public construction rose 0.5% m/m in December and is down 2.5% over last year. While the stronger than expected headline reading is somewhat masked by the downward revision the prior month, it still will help provide a boost to the 4Q GDP component and to overall 4Q GDP in the 2nd release. Read More

"A Face-Lift for Your Home"

Many people would love to improve their homes with major structural changes, but often they can’t afford such costly renovations. An easy solution can be to make cosmetic changes instead. Cosmetic modifications stretch far beyond slapping a new coat of paint on a wall. From pillows to posters, chairs to curtains, there are plenty of ways to put on a new look without breaking the bank, whether you're staying put or planning to sell your house. Read More

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Besides providing you with radiant heat education, we seek to bring you the best in product and customer experience. Read what our customers are saying about us:

Why Our Customers Bought WarmlyYours…

"Excellent product/support."
"Installed it in my own house, and it works great."
"Our tile installation manager likes the product."
"Daren Day is awesome."

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Look for our "WarmlyYours | Weekly Radiant News" every Monday!

Take a look at the latest Radiant News here.
Missed last week's edition? Read it here

Radiant Pro Selling: Value and Function

2012-02-02T15:21:30-06:00

Let’s first start with the resale value of radiant heating, which in a down market can be an “easy sell.” One in every five people or 20% of potential home buyers say that floor heating is a desired luxury when searching for and buying a new home. No matter the type of home, across the US - floor heating is one of the hottest selling points on the market!

On the side of functionality, it’s important to know that comfort and efficiency are the two main reasons why potential homebuyers and homeowners alike, love radiant heating.

Additionally, investing in eco-friendly improvements in your customer’s home reduces emissions and saves them money – from tax breaks to lower energy bills. The energy needed for floor heating, which can be used as a primary heat source, that's two-thirds of the energy required for standard central forced-air heating.

Floor heating is an affordable luxury that not only saves your customer money but also encourages a healthy, sustainable lifestyle. The silent heat has no air ducts, which eliminates blown air, decreasing dust mites by 80 percent. While electric radiant heat also allows for healthy heat absorption that enriches the skin in the same way the sun provides radiating warmth.

So, let’s really break it down. Take note of this overview, crafted into easy talking points that you can use when speaking with your clients about the value and function of radiant heat in their home:

Radiant heat will improve the functionality of their home, with the ability to use it as a primary or secondary heating source.
Snow Melting products will free up money, time, and strength, leaving them without the demand of plowing, shoveling, or salting the driveway or walkways.
Deicing products will improve the life of your roof and gutters, keeping them free of ice dams and other damages caused by heavy ice and snow.
It will increase the resale value on your home, by making it an appealing and sought after luxury for prospective homebuyers.
It will last a lifetime with a transferrable warranty to the new owner, if applicable. WarmlyYours Radiant Heating products are built to last, and in the event that a repair is needed, your product comes backed by a No Nonsense™ Warranty that covers the cost of the labor and parts (including the floor covering, if needed).
Radiant heating will give them a luxurious spa experience in the convenience and comfort of their own home.
While radiant heat is considered a luxury, it is also a very cost-effective and efficient way to upgrade your home, warming a master bathroom for less than 16 cents-a-day.

The multiple benefits of radiant heating are many and combine to create your clients’ ultimate comfort experience. With the ability to install underneath virtually any flooring surface, its low maintenance and energy efficiency make it an affordable way to increase value and add function to their home, indoors or outdoors.

Remembering Mason Prideaux (1987-2012)

2012-02-01T13:26:24-06:00

Last week, WarmlyYours was shocked and deeply saddened to learn of the passing of their colleague and friend, Mason Prideaux (24). Mason was a beloved member of our WarmlyYours family, and while we mourn his sudden passing, we also celebrate his life and the treasured memories that we hold near to our hearts.

WarmlyYours colleagues have described Mason as a well-spoken, charismatic, funny, and friendly person. He was one who truly cared about his family, friends, and the love of his life, Denise LaBrose. Always a valued contributor to his work, who was quick, detailed, and very intelligent, Mason continually sought to improve processes.

“Mason loved his girl, Denise, loved his family, and took a responsibility towards them far beyond his years. He had a great love for animals. And, he really cared about his job with us. He did not mindlessly plug away at his work, but cared enough to look at the details, question things, and he was sharp without question,” said WarmlyYours President & Owner Julia Billen. “I greatly valued him, and I am honored to have known him.”

Mason began working with us at 19 years old, fresh out of high school, and he quickly became the ‘king of shipping’ at our local warehouse. Though many of us did not see him everyday, we all had interaction with him, whether with a tradeshow shipment or tracking an outgoing product shipment, he was there to answer our call! Though his life ended far too soon, at the age of 24, we will be forever grateful for the 5 years that we were given to spend working with Mason.

Because of his great love for animals, his family has requested donations be made in his name to the Humane Society in lieu of flowers. And, as a way to tangibly honor Mason, WarmlyYours has made a donation in the amount of $500 to the Humane Society – along with other individual colleagues who made independent donations in his honor.

Many of his colleagues have expressed a desire to share a memory to honor Mason. Please take a moment to read the kind tributes from his WarmlyYours colleagues.

“Mason really cared about what happened at WarmlyYours. He wanted to be sure the customer had a good experience, and he looked hard for ways to improve what we did. I could always count on him whenever I needed something.” – Director of Sales, Greg Jazwinski

“In the short time I knew him, I've come to know Mason as an incredibly dedicated member of our company, an overall great guy, and a friend. I learned a lot from Mason. When I was new here, he took the time out of his busy day to teach me a lot of things about the company. Mason was the glue that held the warehouse together.” – Account Manager, Jason Rachlin

“Mason was very dedicated in his work; always looking for the most cost effective option in order to save the company money,” – Marketing Affiliation, Victoria Hale

“I worked with Mason almost every day, and I can tell you that he was really smart, very sharp and right on, and could be counted on to catch every detail and keep you on your toes. I think I speak for many of his co-workers when I say we really miss him and are deeply affected by his passing. We send our thoughts of sympathy and hopes for strength to his family, in dealing with this tragic loss.” – Senior Software Developer, Ramie Blatt

“Mason was always very helpful and responsive to my requests. I always enjoyed his ‘down to earth’ attitude and sense of humor when I visited the warehouse. Mason was always the rock behind the scenes, regarding his attention to detail with shipping for trade shows specifically. He made us ‘front line guys’ look good and always supported us on last minute and/or emergency shipments. I never heard him once say ‘no, we can't do that,’ or ‘it's not possible.’ He always delivered, period. He will be truly missed. I feel honored to have known him for the short time that I did.” – Director of Business Development, Colin Pinner

“I will always remember him as funny, warm, and detailed with all he was entrusted with.” – Account Manager, Jenn West-Wormer

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For information regarding visitation and to read Mason’s obituary, please click here.

The WarmlyYours Weekly Radiant News

2012-01-30T10:37:04-06:00

Here is the latest news from the WarmlyYours Weekly Radiant News for this week! We are your one-stop source for all things radiant!

This week's featured articles:

"WarmlyYours Quick Estimator Tool Customized for Your Website"

The WarmlyYours Quick Estimator (QE) Tool puts estimating power directly in your hands, giving you the ability to add a smart, easy-to-use floor heating estimator tool to your own website, without making any major changes. With this tool, you will reinforce your customers’ confidence in purchasing WarmlyYours electric radiant floor heating products from you, while also giving your employees the power to better serve your customers with their floor heating estimates. Read More

"NAHB Remodeling Market Index Increases in the Fourth Quarter"

NAHB’s Remodeling Market Index (RMI) for the fourth quarter of 2011 increased to 46.6 from 41.7 in the third quarter. At 46.6, the overall RMI is now as close to the break-even point of 50 as it has been since 2006. An RMI above 50 indicates that more remodelers report market activity is higher (compared to the prior quarter) than report it is lower. The overall RMI is an average of two major sub-indices, both of which increased in the fourth quarter. The sub-index based on remodelers’ perception of current market conditions rose to 48.4 from 43.0 in the previous quarter. The sub-index based on future indicators of remodeling business increased to 44.8 from 40.4. Read More

"Keeping Up with the Green Joneses"

The Montverdes are dream remodeling clients. The family is über-tasteful (the mom, an interior designer, wants a work-at-home space), multigenerational (a mother-in-law has moved in) and growing (a baby is on the way). Plus, they're interested in energy and water conservation, whole-home automation and sustainability -- and they have the budget for all that and more. If only they were real. The Montverdes are the fictional inhabitants of the forthcoming VISION House® at Walt Disney World's Epcot®. Scheduled to open at the Innoventions exhibit by April 15 (Earth Day), the Epcot house is the latest in the VISION House demonstration home series of Green Builder Media. Visitors to the theme park will get to "meet" the family, and experience their 2,000-square-foot home, through a guided tour led by Disney "cast members." Read More

"Tech Tips: Cold Weather Concrete Installations"

Before winter begins, many customers consider installing a snow melting system to relieve the need for shoveling or plowing. And, with unprecedentedly warm weather in the Midwest region of the U.S., snow-melting installations continued well into the winter months, when the installation season usually ends in the early fall months. As many of you know, the installation process for a snow melting system is done best in weather above 50° F and below 90° F. When the weather is colder, installing one of these systems and pouring concrete can be risky and increasingly more difficult. Concrete is known to be very sensitive to temperature. As the weather becomes colder, concrete tends to set up more slowly and it takes longer to complete. But the riskiest part of pouring concrete is the threat of it freezing. Read More

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Besides providing you with radiant heat education, we seek to bring you the best in product and customer experience. Read what our customers are saying about us:

Why Our Customers Bought WarmlyYours…

"Wanted a warm floor and liked your confidence in your warranty..."
"Customizable mat"
"Mary is a wonderful sales rep. She answered any concerns I had..."

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Look for our "WarmlyYours | Weekly Radiant News" every Monday!

Take a look at the latest Radiant News here.
Missed last week's edition? Read it here