Repair & Maintenance for Any Heated System
If your heated driveway, walkway, or parking pad stopped working, we diagnose and repair it. We service all major brands and system types, whether we installed it or not. Same-day winter emergency dispatch for existing clients.
What We Repair
Both major system types, every major brand, and every common failure mode. We diagnose the fault before quoting the fix.
Full System Diagnostics
Electrical and thermal scan of the entire installed system. We locate the fault precisely before quoting a repair, so there is no guesswork and no unnecessary demolition.
Boiler Repair & Replacement
Circulator pumps, heat exchangers, ignition systems, expansion tanks, and full boiler swaps. High-efficiency condensing and standard units.
Electric Cable Repair
Fault location with thermal imaging and continuity testing, then precise splicing of the failed section. Often the whole mat does not need replacing.
Controls & Sensors
Thermostat, controller, snow sensor, and slab sensor replacement or recalibration. Smart controls upgraded to include WiFi and app monitoring.
Glycol Service
Glycol concentration testing, freeze-point verification, top-off, and full system flush. Critical for hydronic system protection and efficiency.
Annual Maintenance Plans
Pre-season activation test, mid-season check, and post-season inspection. Priority scheduling all winter and written reports after each visit.
How Our Diagnostic Process Works
We do not guess. Every service visit follows the same disciplined diagnostic sequence, which is why most of our repairs are completed in a single visit rather than multiple trips.
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1System Review We confirm the system type, boiler model, controller, and installation date from your records or from the equipment itself.
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2Electrical or Fluid Test Hydronic systems get a pressure and fluid test. Electric systems get a continuity and resistance test at the controller.
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3Thermal Scan Infrared thermal imaging of the heated surface confirms exactly where heat is and is not reaching, isolating the failure.
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4Written Report You receive a clear summary of what failed, why it failed, and the repair options with fixed pricing before we touch anything.
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5Repair & Verification Once approved, we complete the repair and run a full system test before we leave. Every repair carries a 12-month warranty.
Common Failure Modes We Fix
These are the issues we see most often across both hydronic and electric systems. Severity ratings reflect typical impact if left unaddressed.
Boiler Failure
Failed circulator pump, cracked heat exchanger, ignition fault, or pressure loss. The entire hydronic system stops heating.
Broken Heating Cable
A single failed section takes out an entire zone on an electric system. Often caused by shifting base or excavation damage.
Controller or Sensor Failure
The system heats when it should not, or fails to activate during snow events. Usually a sensor or control board issue.
Low Glycol Concentration
Diluted glycol freezes at higher temperatures and can damage the boiler or tubing. Common after years without service.
Zone Valve Stuck Closed
One zone stops receiving heated fluid while others work normally. Often mistaken for a system-wide failure.
Uneven Heating Pattern
Some areas clear snow while others do not. Usually caused by air in the system, tube spacing issues, or a partially blocked loop.
Thermostat Offline
WiFi controller lost network connection, or the thermostat is stuck on a manual setting. The system may still heat but cannot be monitored.
Sensor Calibration Drift
After several seasons the slab or air sensor may drift out of tolerance. System runs inefficiently or activates too late.
Annual Service Plans
Preventive maintenance is the single best way to avoid mid-winter failures and extend system life. Choose the plan that fits your property.
Basic Tune-Up
One comprehensive service visit per year, best performed in October before the season begins.
- Full system inspection
- Controls and sensor test
- Boiler pressure check (hydronic)
- Circuit test (electric)
- Written service report
Season Protect
Two visits per year with priority dispatch during the heating season. Our most popular plan.
- October pre-season activation test
- January mid-season check
- Glycol concentration test and top-off
- Priority emergency dispatch
- 10% discount on any repair
- Written reports after each visit
Total Care
Full coverage with three visits per year, unlimited emergency dispatch, and repairs included up to a limit.
- Three service visits per year
- Unlimited emergency dispatch
- Full glycol flush and refill
- Repairs up to $500 included per year
- 15% discount on any repair over $500
- Extended component warranty
Brands We Service
Our technicians are trained on all major heated surface and boiler brands. If it is installed on your property, we can diagnose and repair it.
Winter Emergency Dispatch
If your system fails during a snow event, call immediately. Existing clients receive same-day priority dispatch during the heating season. We stock common parts for the brands we install, so most repairs are completed in a single visit.
What to Expect on a Service Call
Same disciplined process for every visit, from a simple tune-up to a complex emergency repair.
Scheduling
We confirm your appointment, arrival window, and the specific concern. Emergency calls are dispatched immediately.
On-Site Diagnosis
Full electrical or fluid test, thermal scan, and system review. We take photos of anything unusual.
Written Report
You receive a clear explanation of the fault and a fixed-price repair quote before any work begins.
Repair & Test
Once approved, we complete the repair, run a full system test, and document the result for your records.
Follow-Up
We check back after the next snow event to confirm the system is performing as expected. 12-month repair warranty.
Repair & Maintenance Questions
What clients ask us most often about service and repairs.
Related Services
Other WarmPath services you may be interested in.
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