Heated Driveway vs Historic Buffalo Lake Effect Snow Storm // November 17th-20th, 2022

In this video I demonstrate how my 1,600 sf ft heated driveway performed during the infamous November 2022 Lake Effect Snow Storm in Buffalo, NY. While I do not live in one of the hardest hit areas like Hamburg or Orchard Park where they received over 77" of snow, we did get our fair share during this 3-4 day event, totaling around 20".

Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:05 - Event 1 Time Lapse
01:58 - Event 1 Statistics
02:09 - Event 2 Time Lapse
04:22 - Event 2 Statistics
04:33 - Event 3 Time Lapse
05:43 - Event 3 Statistics
05:54 - Total Statistics
06:04 - Outro

I was late to get the system turned on the evening of Thursday Nov 17th, as I was cleaning up the garage after work to fit both cars. Almost minutes after I got both cars in the garage, the snow started and I turned the system on immediately. It was of course to late as it takes a few hours to bring the driveway up to temperature, but it caught up overnight once the snow stopped and was clear by morning.

We received additional snowfall Friday night and Saturday, and as you'll see in the video, the driveway performed as expected. It was of course temporarily overwhelmed during the heaviest lake effect snow bands, it caught up quickly once things lightened up, and I easily cleaned up the little bits remaining while I was out shoveling the sidewalk and apron.

I recorded a livestream on Saturday morning which you can watch here:    • Buffalo Storm and Heated Driveway Update 1...   and here:    • Buffalo Storm and Heated Driveway Update 1...  

Hopefully you enjoy this video. Please leave your thoughts in the comments below, and remember to help me out by liking the video and subscribing if you’re not already by clicking here:    / @deckerchristopherj  

Below are links to several of the products, tools, video equipment and channels that I used to build the system. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Products I used to build the system:
-Takagi T-H3-DV-N Tankless Water Heaters (2): https://amzn.to/3Fe6nbu
-3" Diversitech Concentric Vent Kits (2): https://amzn.to/32ja8h2
-Taco 0013-SF3 Circulator Pump Stainless Steel (3): https://amzn.to/3yVwtOh
-Taco 006-ST4 Recirc Pump (2): https://amzn.to/3eyy432
-Taco VT2218 Variable Speed ECM Pump (2): https://amzn.to/3sKVL0f
-100 Plate Flat Plate Heat Exchanger 400,000 BTU's: https://amzn.to/3pbMlsE
-Enbrighten Z-Wave Plus Smart Light Switch with SimpleWire (2): https://amzn.to/3sj3p1G
-1 1/2" Epoxy Coated Copper Tube Split Ring Extension Hangers (10): https://amzn.to/3EalIZm
-1" Epoxy Coated Copper Tube Split Ring Extension Hangers (20): https://amzn.to/33Kkd7C
-1" Swing Check Valves (5): https://amzn.to/3pBg8Lo
-10"x8" ABS Plastic Dustproof Waterproof IP65 Junction Box: https://amzn.to/3FCfbrX
-Waterproof Dustproof IP67 Junction Box Gray 6.9 x 4.9 x 3.9 inch: https://amzn.to/3pynDmn
-Wayne PC4 1/2 HP Cast Iron Pump for Filling: https://amzn.to/32L4Xqk
-Ranco ETC-111000 Digital Temperature Controls (5): https://amzn.to/3HknvNj
-Rubber Washing Machine Fill Hoses, 3/4 inch FHT, 8 Ft: https://amzn.to/3mGUzXZ

Tools I used to build the system:
-12" Adjustable Wrenches (2): https://amzn.to/3HhAzTF
-Rectorseal No. 5 Pipe Thread Sealant: https://amzn.to/3HiR0Px
-Blue Monster 1/2" Blue Teflon Tape: https://amzn.to/3JnhqBF
-High Intensity Trigger Start Mapp Gas Torch Head: https://amzn.to/3z6l0LE
-14.1 oz Bernzomatic Pre-Filled MAP-Pro Gas Torch Style Cylinders (2): https://amzn.to/3EEA1FM
-Oatey 29025 Safe-Flo Wire Solder, 1 Lb Bulk, Solid, Gray, Silver: https://amzn.to/3z6PWLI
-9'' x 12'' Welding Pad Protector, Carbon Felt Torch Soldering Heat Shield, High Temp Flame--Resistant Fabric, Plumbers Pad: https://amzn.to/3Hk9y22

What I use to record my videos and time lapse videos:
-GoPro Hero 8: https://amzn.to/3qu6ppC
-Joby JB01507 GorillaPod 3K Kit : https://amzn.to/3pClzde
-SanDisk 256GB Extreme microSDXC Memory Card: https://amzn.to/3zdZJjd

If you’re new to my channel and want to start at the beginning, I recommend you visit my Heated Driveway / Snowmelt playlist which can be found here:    • Heated Driveway / Snow Melt System Design,...  

The playlist will have all of my videos in the correct order form start to present, regardless of the date I uploaded them. It starts with how I designed the PEX and Snowmelt Loop Layout, shows the process of installing the actual heated concrete slab, demonstrates how I did the math to calculate the boiler and pump sizes, installation of all of the components, and ends with lots of time-lapse of the system melting snow. It also includes snowmelt system startup and shutdown videos, as well as walkthroughs of the mechanical room, continuous circulation design and electrical system.

Music Credit:
❰Chillstep❱ Sappheiros -Memories
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