• Skip to main content
  • Skip to secondary menu
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Home
  • About Us
  • Privacy | Disclaimer
  • Contact Us
  • Contributing Writers

Chainsaw Journal

Home Tools, Power Equipment, & Toys — Expert Advice

  • Blog
  • Outdoor Tools
    • Lawn Mower
    • Leaf Blowers
    • Miter Saws
      • Miter Saw Comparison
    • Portable Table Saw
    • Outdoor Cooking
    • Log Splitter
    • Wood Chippers / Shredders
    • Hedge Trimmer
    • Snow Blowers
  • Chainsaws
    • Chainsaw Reviews
    • Battery Chainsaws
    • Gas Chainsaws
    • Electric Chainsaws
    • Chainsaw Comparisons
    • Education / How-to
  • Generators
    • Stand-By Generators
    • Gas Generators
    • Inverter Generators
    • Dual-Fuel Generators
    • Generator Education
    • Propane Generators
  • Pool Equipment
    • Robotic Pool Cleaners
    • Pool Pumps
    • Pool Heaters
  • Tools / Workshop
    • Automotive
    • Portable Air Conditioner
    • Air Compressors
  • Indoor Home
    • Air Conditioners
    • Vacuum Cleaners
  • Informative
  • Kids
You are here: Home / Blog / Heated Door Mat | Melt Snow Fast

Heated Door Mat | Melt Snow Fast

Last Updated January 15, 2016 By Chainsaw Journal

HeatTrak-HR20-60-heated-door-mat

Table of Contents view
1) Knock snow out before it settles
2) Watch this comical video from HeatTrak:
3) Heated Door Mat
4) HeatTrak HCM24-3 | Heated Door Mat
5) HeatTrak HR10-30| Heated Snow Melting Stair Mat
6) HeatTrak HR20-60 | Residential Heated Walkway Mat
7) Conclusion for Heated Snow Mats

Get the advantage on snow with a heated door mat, or a heated walkway or stair mat. It’s a great solution to preventing snow and ice from ruining your day.

If you live in the northeastern part of the United States you’ve probably grown to hate snow over the past week — especially if you live in the Boston area. Two blizzards have pummeled the area and after the final snow count was added up a new snowfall record has been set for Boston — a whopping 34.2 inches of snow in a seven day period.

A heated door mat is a simple but effective device that will make your walkways safer while saving you time from shoveling.

To give you a frame of reference to understand the significance of that number; the average annual snowfall for Boston is 47 inches.

Unfortunately there’s nothing we can do to stop a blizzard but we can make our lives easier once it hits the ground, like having heated door mats and heated driveway mats to prevent snow from piling up in the first place.

Knock snow out before it settles

Why shovel snow if you don’t have to? Imagine waking up in the morning after a snowfall and having a clear and safe pathway for you to walk on without having to lift a finger. Well, this is what electric heated mats do, they melt snow as it hits the ground. Just plug it in and leave it for the Winter and you’ll never have to worry about shoveling your walkway or stairs ever again.

As far as clearing deep snow from your driveway or sidewalk you’ll need something more heavy duty like a single-stage or a two-stage snow blower. Sometimes a snow shovel won’t be adequate and will actually do more harm to your back. A quality snow blower, such as the Snapper 922EXD, is quite easy to maneuver and navigate around your yard.

One of the big advantages with having heated electric mats is their ability to prevent ice from building up as well, so it’s not just for snow. The beauty of the HeatTrak stair and walkway heated mat system is that they’re designed to be modular and extend as far as you need. All you do is connect them to other compatible mats via their watertight connectors; allowing you to create a walkway with heated snow mats that fits your property. It’s a well-thought out design and it really works the way you expect it to.

Watch this comical video from HeatTrak:


Heated Door Mat

These HeatTrak mats are made with thermoplastic material and are created with convenience in mind, which means you can leave them outside and plugged in for the entire Winter. These electric heated mats are capable of melting snow at a consistent rate of 2 inches per hour. If you like the thought of having a clear doormat and safe walkways when it’s cold then you find these heated snow mats to be great to have around your home. But if you prefer shoveling snow then you’d be better off with a snow shovel.


HeatTrak HCM24-3 | Heated Door Mat

HeatTrak-HCM24-3-Carpeted-Snow-Melting-Door-Mat-
HeatTrak HCM24-3 | Heated Door Mat

"Buy from Amazon" button

The HeatTrak HCM24-3 is an attractive looking heated door mat that will melt snow at 2 inches per hour. If you own a dog or a cat then they’ll always have a warm place to rest while they wait for you to let them in. It’s straightforward to use, just plug it into a standard outlet and it will do the rest.

You also have the option of plugging it into a thermostat (HeatTrak HR-Therm3550) that has a built-in sensor enabling the mat to automatically turn on or off depending on how cold it is, saving energy for you. Unfortunately the thermostat isn’t built in. You’ll have to buy it separately.

With the thermostat, the heated door mat only turns on when it’s colder than 35 °F (1.68 °C).

HeatTrak-HR-Therm3550-Thermostat-Extension-Cable-heated-door-mat
HeatTrak HR-Therm3550 | Thermostat Extension Cable.

Be creative, obviously you can use it anywhere, like on your patio deck or outside your doghouse. If you want a heated snow mat for a walkway then you’ll want to consider the HeatTrak HR20-60 which is a modular electric mat for longer walking spaces, or the HeatTrak HR10-30 to clear you stairs. You’ll find details on that later in the article.

HeatTrak-HCM24-3-Carpeted-Snow-Melting-Door-Mat-detail
Will clear 2″ of snow per hour. Just plug it in and let it do the work.

Works well on the majority of surfaces, such as: stone, concrete, asphalt, wood decks. Do not use this heated door mat on plastic or composite materials as the mat can act as an insulator and may stain or create burn marks.

Features:

  • Heated door mat size: 24″ x 36″
  • 120 volt.  1.8 Amps. 220 Watts.
  • Ribbed carpet gives it a luxurious look.
  • Will melt 2″ of snow every hour.
  • Built to be left outside and plugged in all season.
  • Comes with a power unit with 6-foot cord, with a built-in circuit breaker.

HeatTrak HR10-30| Heated Snow Melting Stair Mat

HeatTrak-HR10-30-heated-door-melt-for-snow
HeatTrak HR10-30 | Heated Stair Mat. Keep your family safe.

"Buy from Amazon" button

The HeatTrak HR10-30 is a 10″ x 30″ heated mat that can be connected and configured anyway you want to fit your particular stairs.  You can also connect these stair mats to the walkway mats, giving you a wide range of possibilities for your home.

You will need to buy a HeatTrak Power Unit for this to work, it doesn’t come with it so you’ll have to order it separately. Each power unit can power up to 13 amps on a single power unit. To give you a frame of reference, each HeatTrak HR10-30 mat uses .7 amps, which means you can power 18 mats with one power unit.

HeatTrak-HR-P-Power-Unit,-120V,-6-Foot-Cord-Heated-Door-Mat
You’ll need a HeatTrak HR-P Power Unit.

"Buy from Amazon" button

Do not cover the mats. Do not use indoors or inside your dog house.

Learn more by reading the HeatTrak guide.

Features:

  • Mat size is 10 x 30 inches.
  • Can be extended by connection to additional heated electric mats.
  • Made from thermoplastic material.
  • Able to melt 2″ of snow per hour.
  • Requires the HeatTrak HR-P 120-volt power unit. (sold separately)

HeatTrak HR20-60 | Residential Heated Walkway Mat

HeatTrak-HR20-60-Residential-Snow-Melting-Walkway
HeatTrak HR20-60 | Heated Walkway Mats

"Buy from Amazon" button

The HeatTrak HR20-60 Residential Heated Walkway Mat is 20″ x 5 feet. You can either use it as a stand-alone mat or connect it to other walkway or stair mats. The modular design is convenient and easy to customize to your needs. I love when companies think about their customers. Everyone has a different yard so it makes sense to create a modular design.

All the mats have watertight connectors making it safe to leave outside all-year-round. You’ll have to purchase a separate GFCI 120-volt power unit as they don’t actually come with the mats. It seems strange to me that you have to buy the power unit separate but that’s just the way it is.

For each power unit you can power 5 walkway mats which will cover a 25 foot walkway.

HeatTrak-HR-P-Power-Unit,-120V,-6-Foot-Cord-Heated-Door-Mat
HeatTrak HR-P Power Unit. Purchase separately.

"Buy from Amazon" button

Learn more by reading the HeatTrak guide.

Here’s a great video that shows you how the heated walkway mats work:

Features:

  • Size: 20″ x 60 inches (20 inches x 5 feet).
  • 2.5 Amps. 300 Watts.
  • Can be used on its own or connected to other stair or walkway mats.
  • Made from thermoplastic material.
  • Melts 2″ of snow every hour.
  • Requires 120-volt power unit (sold separately).

Conclusion for Heated Snow Mats

Whether you need a heated door mat, or heated walkway mats or electric stair mats is really up to you. I know that a lot of people enjoy the convenience and versatility of these mats. It allows you get ahead of the snow and prevent it from accumulating at your doorstep, walkways and stairs.

If you live in a snowy region then you’ll probably appreciate the time they’ll save you, but more importantly, they provide you and your family a safe walkway to traverse around your home. I think preventing ice build-up is an overlooked aspect of these heated mats. At least you can see snow and it’s typically not that slippery but falling on ice is dangerous, and for that reason alone I highly recommend these HeatTrak products.

These heated mats may save you from a hurtful fall as well as save you time and frustration, and for those reasons, I think these mats are well worth the cost. What do you think? Let us know what your experiences are with these HeatTrak mats. Contact us.

Primary Sidebar

👁️ What are you looking for?

🦅 Editor’s Picks…

💡 Safe Indoor Power

Reviews 2022 : Best Portable Power Station / Any Budget, Top Rated

Decisions, decisions, I know; it's overwhelming trying to choose the … Read More... about Reviews 2022 : Best Portable Power Station / Any Budget, Top Rated

🦟 Enjoy Your 4th of July

product image with features

2022 Reviews : Best Mosquito Fogger / New Top Rated : Outdoor & Indoor

We've updated this article with the best mosquito foggers in 2022. A lot of new foggers have entered the market … Read More about 2022 Reviews : Best Mosquito Fogger / New Top Rated : Outdoor & Indoor

✨ Do you Camp? RV?

Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 300

2022 Reviews : Best Camping Generator & RV / Quiet Inverter & Battery Power

Generators come in a variety of types, which you may or may not … Read More about 2022 Reviews : Best Camping Generator & RV / Quiet Inverter & Battery Power

⭐️ Quality Chainsaws

best cordless chainsaw

2022 Reviews : Best Chainsaws for the Money / Top Value Models

We have a chainsaw for everyone in this article. For starters, the Makita 36V cordless (16") that … Read More... about 2022 Reviews : Best Chainsaws for the Money / Top Value Models

🌳 Firewood Facts

2022 : How Much is a Cord of Wood? — & More Firewood Facts.

We cover a lot of territory in this article. The question : "How much … Read More... about 2022 : How Much is a Cord of Wood? — & More Firewood Facts.

🐮 Brand Comparison

Makita vs Milwaukee : Power tool brand comparison

Makita vs Milwaukee ǀ Which is the Top Power Tool Brand?

Makita vs Milwaukee : How do these two power tool brands … Read More about Makita vs Milwaukee ǀ Which is the Top Power Tool Brand?

✨ Quiet RV Power

Best RV battery generator

2022 Picks : Best RV Generator | Quiet Inverter & Power Stations

What's the best RV generator for you in 2022? Lucky for you, big brands offer some exceptional … Read More about 2022 Picks : Best RV Generator | Quiet Inverter & Power Stations

⚡️ Powerful Generators

2022 Reviews : Best 12000 Watt Generators | New Top Rated Models

The Westinghouse WGen9500DFc, seen above, is one of the best … Read More about 2022 Reviews : Best 12000 Watt Generators | New Top Rated Models

💦 Robot Pool Cleaners

best robotic pool cleaner

2022 Reviews – Dolphin Nautilus CC Plus & Nautilus Plus / Buying Guide

In this indepth review of the Dolphin Nautilus CC Plus (now with … Read More about 2022 Reviews – Dolphin Nautilus CC Plus & Nautilus Plus / Buying Guide

🐶 You’ll Love These

2022 Guide : Best Cordless Chainsaw — Our Top Recommendations

The WORX WG384, seen here, is an excellent choice in 2022 and … Read More about 2022 Guide : Best Cordless Chainsaw — Our Top Recommendations

🪙 Woodworking Dreams

Makita XSL07Z 18V x2 LXT Lithium-Ion (36V) Brushless Cordless 12" Dual-Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw with Laser

Reviews : Best Cordless Miter Saw — Affordable to Pro-Grade

Cordless miter saws have benefited greatly from the advancements of battery technology. Leading … Read More about Reviews : Best Cordless Miter Saw — Affordable to Pro-Grade

☄️ Emergency Backup

2022 Reviews : Best 9500 Watt Generators / New Models with CO Sensors

Look no further, above you will see the Westinghouse WGen9500c generator … Read More about 2022 Reviews : Best 9500 Watt Generators / New Models with CO Sensors

🐵 Is Firman a Good Brand?

Reviews : Firman Generators : Are they Worth the Money…

In 2022, how good are Firman generators? Well, generally — … Read More about Reviews : Firman Generators : Are they Worth the Money…

🍂 Optimal Leaf Blowing

best 4 stroke leaf blower

2022 Reviews : Best 4-stroke Leaf Blowers Worth Buying / New Models

How do you choose the best 4-stroke leaf blower for your your personal … Read More about 2022 Reviews : Best 4-stroke Leaf Blowers Worth Buying / New Models

⭐️ Beginner Chainsaw Guide

How to buy a chainsaw. Cutting log.

2022 : Chainsaw Buying Guide for Homeowners — Facts

WELCOME to our 2022 chainsaw buying guide. Let's be honest, chainsaws haven't … Read More about 2022 : Chainsaw Buying Guide for Homeowners — Facts

🌱 Easy to Push Mowers

Best gas self-propelled lawn mower for hills

2022 Reviews : Best Self-Propelled Lawn Mower for Hills | Cordless & Gas

The Craftsman M215 you see above is one of the best self-propelled lawn mower for hills --- if you want a gas … Read More about 2022 Reviews : Best Self-Propelled Lawn Mower for Hills | Cordless & Gas

🍀 Shred Yard Debris…

product image with features

Reviews : Best Chipper/Shredder — Which Model is Right for You?

What's the best chipper/shredder for 2022? Keeping your lawn … Read More about Reviews : Best Chipper/Shredder — Which Model is Right for You?

⚖️ Battle of the Tool Brands

Bosch vs Dewalt : historical tools and new tools

Bosch vs DeWalt : German Design vs American Design / Who Wins?

Everyone has their own idea of which tool brand is the best. So deciding on Bosch vs DeWalt tools … Read More about Bosch vs DeWalt : German Design vs American Design / Who Wins?

🙊 Do you know?

alternator vs generator

Alternator vs Generator : What’s the Difference?

Alternator vs Generator — What are the differences? This is a common question that people ask and … Read More about Alternator vs Generator : What’s the Difference?

🪵 Power Earth Augers

Makita XGD01PT / XGD01Z 18V X2 (36V) LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Earth Auger Kit (5.0Ah),

2022 Picks : Best Post Hole Digger / Gas, Cordless & Manual Earth Augers

Makita's earth auger, as seen in the above photo, was released in … Read More about 2022 Picks : Best Post Hole Digger / Gas, Cordless & Manual Earth Augers

💦 Affordable Cleaning

product image with features

2022 Reviews : Best Cheap Pressure Washers / You’ll Love These

What's the best cheap pressure washer that is both reliable and … Read More about 2022 Reviews : Best Cheap Pressure Washers / You’ll Love These

📐 Woodworkers Dream…

DEWALT DW735 : Best benchtop planer

2022 Reviews : Best Benchtop Planer | Top Rated Thickness Planers

It's no secret that the DeWalt DW735 is one of the best benchtop planers on the market, but in 2022

⚡️ Compact Inverter

Westinghouse iGen4500 Super Quiet Portable Inverter Generator

2022 Update : Westinghouse iGen4500 Review / iGen4500c CO Sensor

Welcome to our Westinghouse iGen4500 Review. Did you know that … Read More... about 2022 Update : Westinghouse iGen4500 Review / iGen4500c CO Sensor

🪵 Tree Removal Cost?

cost to remove a tree.

What’s the Cost to Remove A Tree? Stump Removal? & More

What's the cost to remove a tree? This is a common question among … Read More about What’s the Cost to Remove A Tree? Stump Removal? & More

⭐️ Home Backup Power

Review : Westinghouse WGen7500 / WGen7500

2022 Update : Westinghouse WGEN7500 Review / New WGEN7500c

Welcome to our Westinghouse WGEN7500 Review — a portable … Read More about 2022 Update : Westinghouse WGEN7500 Review / New WGEN7500c

🌟 Versatile Generators

DuroMax XP9000iH / 240v inverter generator

2022 Reviews : Best 240 Volt Inverter Generators / New Models

For starters, this DuroMax XP9000iH (above) is the most powerful … Read More... about 2022 Reviews : Best 240 Volt Inverter Generators / New Models

HOME— | Copyright 2022 | Chainsaw Journal | Affiliate Disclaimer | Site Directory | DMCA PROTECTED | —Stay Strong
  • This site contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase with our product links we may receive a small commission at NO COST TO YOU.(Learn More)