Our electrically heated hose assembly method utilizes a 110 VAC UL rated waterproof heated circuit. The circuit is spirally wrapped around a 3/4" heavy duty, drinking water approved hose which is thermally insulated.

It makes no difference.  All of our hoses have male fittings on each end.  Female fitting with washers tend to leak, wear out or break.  Instead, we provide a female-to-female with each hose allowing you the needed flexibility and assured durability of our hose since the female fitting is the likeliest spot for breaking.

No. There is no need to monitor the hose as the self-limiting heater is pre-programmed to operate only when needed.

No. Once plugged in, there is no point in which you must turn the unit off.

No. Because the core material continuously varies its heat output all along the pipe as temperatures change, there is no need for a thermostat.

Yes. The 1996 National Electric Code (NEC) requires ground fault protection for each branch circuit supplying electrical heating equipment.

No.

Based on a 25-foot hose, roughly 2.5 kWh of electricity, or about 25¢ a day.

DO NOT alter the hose in any manner.

No. DO NOT attempt to transfer fluids other then it's specified use.  We are happy to build you a custom hose if you have a need.

No.

Yes.  We will double the best warranty you can find form all heated water hose manufacturers.  Of course we will not replace any hose that has been cut or tampered with. The legitimacy of any claim of defect with be determined at our sole discretion.

Simply return within 30 days of the purchase date and we will refund 100% of your money less the shipping costs.

Our hoses are designed so that you can attach them together to form a longer hose if needed. However, you cannot daisy chain our hoses.  For maximum performance, each hose should have a separate power source.

Yes, we can build custom-length hoses within reason depending on the length, time of season and size of order.

The power cord is 7 feet long.

Yes. If snow falls on the hose, it will eventually melt.

Yes, up to -40° C/F.

The minimum diameter for storage is 24 inches (2 feet).

The heating element in the hose is activated in temperatures near or below freezing. In these conditions, the hose should feel warmer than its surrounding environment.

No. You will need to take appropriate steps to ensure that the spigot does not freeze.  We do offer extended heat trace pigtails which extend beyond the hose to help further protect connection points.

No, it will simply prevent the water from freezing.