Heated Driveway vs Blizzard // Buffalo, NY // December 23rd-26th, 2022

In this video, I demonstrate how my DIY 1,600 sq ft heated driveway could not remotely keep up with the infamous Christmas Blizzard Snow Storm in Buffalo, NY. Watch as I bring the camera along to clear drifts from the vents, clear the garage window, and assess the damage from a 60' tree blowing over.

Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
01:51 - System Startup
05:00 - Time-lapse Begins
06:16 - Walk To Garage 1
08:30 - Time-lapse Continues
10:41 - Walk To Garage 2
11:32 - Time-lapse Continues
12:30 - 3:30 AM Vent Clearing
16:05 - Time-lapse Continues
17:50 - Neighbors Pine Tree Down
21:21 - Time-lapse Continues
21:39 - First Cleanup Time-lapse
24:11 - The Worst is Over
24:44 - Second Cleanup Time-lapse
26:37 - Let the Driveway Melt It!
27:21 - Neighbors Come Together
27:57 - Outro & Operational Costs

Original predictions stated Blizzard like conditions would begin Friday afternoon. In reality they began about 6 hours earlier at 9 AM. My original plan was to pre-heat the driveway all morning, however I never had a chance. Even if it had been pre-heated, it would not have been effective for this storm. Temperatures below 10ºF and 60+ MPH winds were way beyond its designed capabilities.

I recorded 2 livestream events during this event which you can watch here:
Buffalo Blizzard Live - December 23, 2022 -    • Buffalo Blizzard Live - December 23, ...  
Buffalo Blizzard Christmas Eve Update -    • 🔴 Live Buffalo Blizzard 9:45 AM Chris...  

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Below are links to some of the products, tools, video equipment that I used to build the system.
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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 learn how I built this system, you can find my Heated Driveway / Snowmelt playlist with over 100 videos here:    • Heated Driveway / Snow Melt System De...  

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:
❰Drum & Bass❱ Sappheiros - Fading (Remake)
   • ❰Drum & Bass❱ Sappheiros - Fading (Re...  
❰Future Garage❱ Electus - Temple of Light (Sappheiros Remix)
   • ❰Future Garage❱ Electus - Temple of L...  

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