Warmboard Radiant

Name: Warmboard Radiant
Telephone: (800) 565-0595
Rating: 4.4

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About Us

Warmboard is a whole-home hydronic radiant solution that provides ultimate comfort, compared to any other radiant technology, while lowering operating cost. We do this through our patented design and industry-leading low mass, high conductivity panel.

Awards

Top 10 Bathroom Products of 2013 Top 14 Green Building Products of 2012 Top 20 Green Building Products of 2011 Top 10 Green Building Products of 2010

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Business Details

Business Name

Warmboard Radiant

Phone Number

(800) 565-0595

Website

warmboard.com

Address

Aptos, CA 95003

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274 Followers

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Services Provided

Warmboard-S: A structural panel ideal for new construction. Warmboard-R: A thinner radiant panel ideal for remodels and wall or ceiling installations. Heat loss and mechanical: Customs plans and specifications for an optimal heating system.

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Areas Served

US and Canada

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12 Reviews for Warmboard Radiant

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Patrick Romero

As a general contractor, I would never use Warmboard again. While the sales team is nice and they do their best to be helpful, the way it fits into standard homebuilding workflows is a nightmare. We also did not receive enough of the product and the engineering they did was completely wrong and it caused delays and costs I had to eat. If it was 1/4 the price of Gypcrete then maybe it would be worth considering but after all is said and done we definitely spent more. NO sub-contractors know how to work with it and it will cause lots of headaches that the traditional gypcrete slab will not. Subs will be frustrated with you as they will do their best to bid appropriately but my framers, hardwood guys and all the other subs involved came back asking for more money. While the product might actually perform fine, it will change the entire project and the way it needs to be managed. I was extremely careful in enforcing rules with my subs and we still had 3 leaks that were a huge pain to fix. We installed wood flooring on top and the floor installers were extremely frustrated with us as they didnt understand exactly how much more difficult it was going to make their job. we also accidentally scratched a piece of hardwood...a very normal thing in construction, and we were SO careful in removing it yet still somehow hit the glycol line and oil shot out EVERYWHERE. The bottom line is that if you go with ANY aluminum on plywood product it will increase the problems and management exponentially. I seriously regret using the product and will never use it again.

June 28, 2024Last modified:June 28, 2024

Spire Architecture | SpireBuilt

i have used warm board on several modern residential projects in austin texas, seattle and hawaii. love the system and will use them in the future

July 15, 2022

Parco Studio

We used Warmboard on our Zero-energy home in Berkeley, CA. The system was essential to our achieving a net-zero home. Warmboard's "puzzle piece" approach is simple, elegant, and comes with strong manufacturer support. They created a solid, clear set of shop drawings for us to review and adjust prior to final fabrication, as well as a clear set of installation instructions for your contractor. And while you can't see the product once it's installed, you can certainly feel it. Nothing beats the feel of a home heated with a radiant floor and no other system available today makes it so simple. Well done!

February 6, 2021

Comment from Warmboard Radiant:

The home looks beautiful. And thank you for the kind words. We're so very pleased to hear how happy you are with the product and our support. Thank you!

Landric Associates LTD

I am a contractor and used Warmboard on a recent remodel addition. The team was fantastic to work with. The product is well made and install went very smooth. We installed hickory hardwood floors nailed down over the top. The end result is a happy customer with warm feet.

April 8, 2019

Headwaters Enterprises, Inc

We've put radiant heat in a handful of houses; the last two have had Warmboard. If you are going to use radiant heat there's no better solution than Warmboard. Radiant tubes in a slab take too long to heat the floor. Radiant tubes stapled under the floor don't transmit the heat readily. Warmboard panels do a great job of evenly distributing the heat.

October 7, 2017

William Fisher Architecture, Inc.

We were architect on a very high-end home in Capitola where Warmboard Radiant supplied the heating. This is the only way to heat a house! The project went in seamlessly and the client could not have been happier.

September 18, 2017

Comment from Warmboard Radiant:

Thank you for the kind words. We look forward to our next project together.

Mountain House

The company looks great at first view, but do your homework on the full project. We had to provide CAD drawing and we still ended up short in some areas and over in others. Getting changeouts was difficult and took time. We live in a remote area and had to drive a few hours to the warehouse location. The install itself was very time consuming and the tools provided to line up the tube lines broke during install. We aware of aluminum shards between the sheets. They are very small and float as dust. If they get in your eyes you'll be in trouble. I think this may come from any product like this, but be aware. The project we completed had a goal of being green. We found we had a lot of scrap left over, half sheets in some cases. We could not recycle them and warmboard would not take them back. Once installed, the tubing does not stay where you put it and you are still working construction in the house. You can put down electrical fasteners to hold the tubing, but these must then be removed before flooring is put in. Not time friendly and not eco friendly. We opted for gorilla tape. I should note that we had a team put in our front door and they cut one tube, major bummer. So accidents can happen, be ready for it! We are installing tile and have found that the prescribed products for tile install are no longer available. The warmboard install manuals are basically out of date and need a revamp, but if you want to be warrantied, you have to follow the manual. Customer service from warmboard during the sales process was great. After sale, they became difficult to reach and to work with. Perhaps this is due to us being DIY and not a regular contract. Not living in the home yet so I'm hoping the actual operation will exceed my expectations. Now knowing as much as I do, I would look at other companies more closely.

December 28, 2016

Comment from Warmboard Radiant:

After nineteen years in business with close to 30 million square feet in service, we are proud of our high customer satisfaction. But we have yet to achieve 100% satisfaction. Not every project goes as smoothly as hoped, and we take very seriously those rare instances when we do not fully meet a client’s expectations.

The assets contractors bring to any project are experience and training. DIYers, without those assets, tend to face more challenges. To ameliorate any challenges, should they occur, we typically give even more attention to nonprofessionals, not less, because the first time doing anything usually takes more time, and involves many more questions. Our phones (877-338-5493) are answered at our company headquarters by a real human not a machine, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm PST, Monday-Friday so I was surprised that you had difficulty in reaching us. We have region managers throughout North America that visit construction sites where at all possible, if phone support is not sufficient, to give technical support.

Please contact me directly, so I can understand more about where things might have gone wrong on this project, both to help you with any lingering problems and because we dedicate ourselves as a company to constant improvement. It's said that we often learn more from out failures than our successes. Your feedback is important to reaching our goal of 100% satisfaction.

Lastly, installation happens over a relatively short time in the life of a home. Every Warmboard project whether it goes smoothly during construction as most do, or not, ends up with the most conductive, highest performing radiant panel available. I am confident, that once construction is a distant memory, your family will consider the superior comfort and energy efficiency of Warmboard as one of the most treasured features in your home.

Warm regards,
Terry Alsberg
CEO
Warmboard Inc.

Monetti Custom Homes

Working with Warmboard Radiant over the past several years has only been a positive experience for us! We have collaborated with a team of experts that are reliable and responsive. WR produces an outstanding product line that results in comfort throughout the entire home. They are a true leader in the industry. We would highly recommend them.

March 16, 2016

Comment from Warmboard Radiant:

Thank you so much for your kind words. We love working with Monetti Custom Homes. Looking forward to our next project together.

Daniel Frisch Architecture

Over the past ten years, we have completed a number of high end residential projects with Warmboard, ranging from Townhouses in Manhattan and Brooklyn, to ground up residences in Connecticut. The product presents certain technical innovations, especially the aluminum interlayer that decreases recovery times, which makes their product a standout. They have put together first rate sales and technical support teams that makes working with Warmboard a pleasure.

July 20, 2015Last modified:July 22, 2015

The Cousins

Whether our personal homes or those of our clients, we want heat that is effective and energy efficient - and that's Warmboard radiant heating. The install process is seamless and easy and having a radiant heat product that acts as your sub-floor saves time and money in the install process. We've installed Warmboard in our personal homes and could not believe how fast it heats up the whole house. The house is an even, constant temperature and feeling the warmth on your feet is like being in a spa. One of the biggest benefits has been the heating bill - huge savings and almost instant ROI. This product is well worth the investment.

February 10, 2015

Carlisle Wide Plank Floors

Carlisle has had the pleasure of working directly and indirectly with Warmboard, Inc. on multiple projects over the last 10 years. Clients really like the concept and functionality of Warmboard and that Carlisle floors can be used in conjunction with their system. Their service seems very personalized to each client and they provide consumers, and manufacturers like Carlisle, with a wealth of knowledge to tap into for project planning, and to ensure the best possible outcome for our mutual clients.

February 6, 2015

Eric Reinholdt, Architect

Warmboard provides cutting edge, thermally efficient, low-mass radiant floor panels, expert advice and professional service. Combining a structural plywood sub-floor panel with a predetermined, integrated radiant tubing layout (to your zoning specs), the panels are wrapped with an aluminum sheet on the top face. This places the tubing just beneath the finished floor instead of below it (as with a staple-up installation) or encased in concrete. The panels arrive on the job site with a keyed plan, numbered and ordered making the installation process quick and easy. As an architect, I like using this system as an alternative to high mass radiant concrete floor slabs because of its faster response time, lower water temps required and the seamless integration of the sub-floor and heating system into a single package. The shop drawings are crucial in getting this system right and Warmboard reliably delivers there too. I can highly recommend their service, their professionalism and their product. They care about getting it right and are a pleasure to work with.

February 4, 2015

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Frequently Asked Questions

We specialize in providing advanced hydronic radiant floor heating systems for residential construction. Our primary materials include Warmboard-S, a structural panel ideal for new builds, and Warmboard-R, a thinner panel perfect for remodels or wall/ceiling installations. We also offer the complete Warmboard Comfort System™ for an end-to-end heating solution.

Yes, we absolutely offer design consultation. We provide custom plans and specifications for an optimal heating system, including heat loss calculations and mechanical design. You can even submit your floor plan to us to get started on designing the perfect Warmboard radiant heating solution for your project.

Yes, our Warmboard radiant heating systems are designed with eco-friendliness in mind. They offer superior energy efficiency and lower energy use compared to alternatives. Our products have even been recognized with awards like 'Top Green Building Products' for multiple years, reflecting our commitment to sustainable and high-performance heating solutions.

We specialize in our proprietary Warmboard radiant heating systems, which are definitely considered specialty materials. We offer Warmboard-S for new construction and Warmboard-R for remodels. We also provide custom plans and specifications to ensure our specialized materials are perfectly integrated for an optimal heating system tailored to your project's unique needs.

Yes, we frequently work with builders and installers on large-scale projects. Given that we've sold and designed over 40 million square feet of our panels, we are well-equipped to handle the material needs for contractors and offer solutions tailored to larger orders. Please contact us to discuss your specific project requirements.

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47 Comments

Commented: Electric radiant heat with engineered hardwoodElectric will warm your floors, but not heat the house very much. But it will feel nice. However, depending on where you live it could be astronomically expensive to run 2000/sf of electric radiant. P...

March 1, 2022 in Heating & Air Conditioning

Commented: Radiant floors in cold Canada?Hydronic radiant floor heating should be enough to heat your home very comfortably. But yes, if you want/need AC, it would be a separate system, and depending on budget, that can get expensive. Feel f...

November 3, 2020 in Building a Home

Commented: where can I see floor plan and interior pictures of this house?Floor plans would not be available, but we do have more information (and photos) about the home here:

April 4, 2019

Commented: Was wondering what people do about air conditioning?Air Conditioning is a separate system, and the vast majority of the projects we are involved in use Warmboard for heating and AC for cooling. We'd be happy to make recommendations for you if intereste...

April 3, 2019

Commented: What is the siding material or company who provide it it?This project was completed by Work Program Architects in Norfolk VA. Their number is 757.227.5310. They'll have all the information you need.

October 22, 2018

Commented: Killer chandelier, where might one find it?The builder, Monetti Custom Homes, should be able to get you the answer on that one. Thanks for your question.

April 30, 2018

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