Toronto & GTA Heated Driveway Specialists

Hydronic Heated Driveway Installation — Toronto & GTA

Never shovel your driveway again. Hydronic radiant snowmelt systems heated by natural gas — the most efficient choice for Canadian winters. Snow gone by morning. Guaranteed.

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Snow-Free Guarantee
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10-Year Cable Warranty
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In Construction Since 2010
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Ontario Electrical Code
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Toronto & GTA Based
30+
Year Cable Lifespan
$0
Maintenance Required
~$300
Est. Annual Gas Cost
2 wks
Completion From Start
Sound Familiar?

Every Toronto winter,
the same story.

You set the alarm 30 minutes early. You haul out the shovel. You salt, you chip ice. The plow shows up four hours late. Then you do it all again for the next storm.

  • $2,000–$5,000 per year on snow removal contracts and products
  • Early morning alarms every time it snows
  • Salt corroding your driveway, killing your lawn, damaging your vehicle
  • Liability risk every time someone walks up your icy driveway
  • Plow companies that show up late — or not at all
Heated driveway clear of snow in Toronto while neighbour shovels
What We Install

Built for Canadian Winters.
Every Driveway Covered.

In Ontario, natural gas is far more efficient and cost-effective than electric for heating large surfaces. We lead with hydronic radiant systems — the gold standard for driveways in the GTA.

Snow-covered Toronto street with heated driveway
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Recommended for Ontario

Hydronic Radiant System

Hot water and glycol circulate through PEX tubing under your driveway, heated by a natural gas boiler. The most efficient and cost-effective system for GTA driveways — far cheaper to run than electric.

  • Natural gas powered — lowest operating cost
  • PEX tubing in concrete, asphalt or interlock
  • Automated sensor + thermostat control
  • Works on concrete, asphalt & interlock
  • Full driveway build included in scope
  • Above-code base depth: 6"–12" (code min. is 4")
  • Completed within 2 weeks of start
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Smaller Areas & Retrofits

Electric Radiant System

Electric heating cables embedded under the surface — best suited for smaller areas, walkways, stairs, or retrofits into existing driveways where running gas is not practical.

  • No boiler or gas line required
  • Ideal for under 400 sq ft
  • Works on existing driveways (saw-cut retrofit)
  • Walkways, stairs & ramps
  • Wi-Fi thermostat control
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Your Choice of Finish

Finish Options

Every hydronic installation includes the full driveway build. Choose your surface finish — each option is engineered to work with the radiant system underneath.

  • Standard concrete
  • Stamped / decorative concrete
  • Asphalt
  • Interlock or premium pavers
  • All finishes include full excavation & base prep
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Our Promise

The Guarantee No Other Toronto Contractor Offers.

If snow remains on your heated surface more than 2 hours after a storm ends — up to 10 cm, system in Auto mode — we cover the diagnostic service call. No charge.

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Snow-Free Performance Guarantee

Written guarantee backed by proper load calculations, verified coverage density, and correct sensor placement. When we install it right, it works.

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10-Year Cable Warranty

Industry-standard 10-year warranty on all heating cables and mats. The cables are rated for 30+ years of operation with zero maintenance required.

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Built to Last 50+ Years

PEX tubing embedded in your driveway has a 50+ year lifespan and requires zero maintenance. The mechanical components — boiler, pump, thermostat — are standard heating equipment, fully serviceable, and housed safely in your mechanical room.

Our Credentials

Built on 15 Years of
Real Construction.

Heated Driveway Canada was built in partnership with Elcobuild Inc. — a licensed general contracting company with over 15 years in the construction industry across the GTA.

That means every heated driveway we install is backed by deep trades experience — not just electrical know-how, but concrete work, interlock, excavation, drainage, and project management. We've seen what corners look like when they're cut. We don't cut them.

Our work is verifiable. Ask us for references — we're happy to connect you with past clients and show you completed projects in your neighbourhood.

Every installation is designed and executed by licensed mechanical and construction professionals through Elcobuild Inc. — one point of accountability, no coordinator's markup, no subcontracted guesswork.

2010
Year Elcobuild Inc. Was Founded

15+ years of licensed general contracting across the GTA. Residential and commercial.

Verified
References Available on Request

We'll connect you directly with past clients and show you completed installs near you.

GTA
Local. Not a Call Centre.

Based in Toronto. When you call 647-873-HEAT (4328), you reach us directly — not a dispatcher.

The Process

From Quote to Clear Driveway
in as Little as 2 Weeks.

We handle everything — design, permits, installation, commissioning, and app setup. You don't lift a finger.

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Free Assessment

We visit your property, measure the driveway, and assess slope, drainage, and sub-base conditions. Proper drainage and a solid compacted base are non-negotiable — sand, crush stone, or crusher run depending on your site. No cost, no obligation.

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Custom Design

We calculate heating load to ASHRAE standards using Toronto climate data. Cable layout, sensor placement, and control configuration all engineered for your exact property.

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Installation

Our crew excavates, lays the compacted base, installs rigid foam insulation, then runs PEX tubing across the surface. The concrete or chosen finish is poured directly over the tubing. Boiler, pump, and thermostat are connected and tested. Typically completed within 2 weeks of start.

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You're Done

We commission the boiler, set the snow sensor and thermostat, and walk you through the controls. Your driveway detects snow automatically and handles everything else — no app required, no manual intervention.

The Investment

What a Hydronic Heated
Driveway Costs in Toronto.

Every installation is custom-quoted based on your driveway size, site conditions, and finish preferences. The ranges below reflect complete hydronic systems — excavation, base prep, rigid foam insulation, PEX tubing, concrete pour, boiler, pump, manifolds, snow sensor, and thermostat. All priced for a base engineered concrete finish.

The Compact
~400 sq ft
$38K – $48K

Single-car driveways and urban lots. Fixed mechanical costs make this the highest cost-per-sq-ft tier — but the system performs identically.

Most Popular
~800 sq ft
$67K – $87K
The Standard

The GTA sweet spot. Standard 2-car suburban driveways in North York, Mississauga, Oakville, and beyond.

The Estate
1,200+ sq ft
$105K – $145K+

Multi-car courts and luxury residences in Rosedale, Forest Hill, and the Bridle Path. Multiple zones, commercial-grade boilers.

All tiers include a professional engineered concrete finish. For premium aesthetics — stamped concrete, custom interlock, or natural stone — allow an additional $12,000 – $35,000 depending on material selection and scope. Final pricing is subject to site-specific mechanical requirements and utility connections.

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Where We Work

Toronto & All of the GTA.

We serve homeowners across the Greater Toronto Area — from Forest Hill to Oakville, North York to Markham.

Toronto
North York
Etobicoke
Scarborough
Mississauga
Oakville
Burlington
Brampton
Vaughan
Richmond Hill
Markham
Pickering
Forest Hill
Rosedale
Bridle Path
Lawrence Park
Thornhill
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Free Quote.
24-Hour Response.

Tell us about your driveway and we'll get back to you within 24 hours with your options and a real price — no vague estimates, no runaround.

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Questions

Frequently Asked.

Our hydronic system requires a proper sub-base — excavation, compacted base material (sand, crush stone, or crusher run), rigid foam insulation, and a fresh concrete or asphalt pour over the PEX tubing. For most installations this means a new driveway surface. If your existing driveway needs replacement anyway, the timing is ideal. We assess every property individually — contact us to discuss your specific situation.

Our hydronic systems run on natural gas — far cheaper than electric in Ontario. High-efficiency condensing boilers make hydronic systems up to 4x more cost-effective to operate per square foot than electric cable systems. A typical 800 sq ft driveway costs roughly $200–$400 per season in gas depending on how severe the winter is. That's a fraction of what most homeowners spend on plowing contracts, and the system runs automatically so there's nothing to manage.

Hydronic systems have no cables to break. PEX tubing is extremely durable with a 50+ year lifespan. The only components that require occasional attention are above-ground mechanical parts — the boiler, pump, and thermostat — which are accessible and serviceable just like any home heating equipment. The tubing embedded in your driveway is essentially maintenance-free for life.

Our systems are designed to ASHRAE standards for Toronto climate data and handle typical storm intensity continuously. For extreme events above 10 cm, the system keeps pace and clears completely once precipitation stops. Our Snow-Free Performance Guarantee covers storms up to 10 cm. For larger storms, it dramatically reduces manual clearing — slush is far easier than 30 cm of compacted snow.

Electrical permits are typically required for the wiring portion of the installation. We pull and manage all required permits as part of our process. The work is completed by a licensed electrician to Ontario Electrical Code and inspected accordingly. We confirm all requirements specific to your municipality before starting.

Significantly more than the alternatives. You eliminate road salt (which contaminates groundwater and damages concrete), diesel plow emissions, and the ongoing purchase of chemical de-icers. Natural gas hydronic systems are highly efficient — heat is applied directly where needed and the system only runs during actual snow events. You also eliminate repeated plow truck visits to your property entirely.

Yes, and we strongly recommend it. Adding a front walkway, stairs, or a ramp at the same time as your driveway is far more cost-effective — the electrical infrastructure is already being set up. Doing it separately later means a second mobilization and substantially higher cost. One installation, full coverage of your property's problem areas.

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