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Garage Heaters: An Easy Way to Transform your Workspace

 
Adding a space heater to your jobsite, workshop or garage is one way to make your workspace more comfortable during chilly months. Keep in mind that indoor space heaters will be ineffective at heating large spaces that aren't very well insulated. This means that you'll be looking for a garage heaterthat's designed specifically for use in garages, workshops and jobsites.

There are a wide variety of garage heaters to choose from including electric garage heaters, natural gas garage heaters and propane garage heaters. Keep reading to learn more about some key features that will help make your decision easier. 		redgarageheater


Garage Heaters: What to look for:

Heat Range

Make sure your garage heater is suited for heating large spaces. One way to check is to look at the size of the space the heater is designed to heat. This is typically given in square feet.

If this information isn't included, check to see what the electrical rating is. This information is usually given in terms of watts or BTUs. Typically, higher watts or BTUs indicate that a garage heater is designed to heat a larger space. In some cases, it may be necessary to use more than one workshop heater to heat your area if it's an exceptionally large space.

Keep in mind that many external factors determine how effective your new garage heater will be. Some examples include:
  • The height of the ceiling and size of the room
  • How well insulated the space is
  • If there are any drafts in the space
  • Safety features

Safety is a top priority in any work environment and many garage heaters come with built-in safety features. Most feature finger-proof intake and discharge grilles to help prevent burns. Other safe garage heaters also come with features that help prevent overheating, such as a high temperature heating limit and an automatic shut-off feature.

Low Maintenance

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Few people want to spend time and money maintaining their garage heater. All units will require some cleaning or maintenance, but some shop heaters will require more than others.

To steer clear of this problem, try to find a heater that features a solid construction and has permanently lubricated  fan motor. Also, look for a heater that has an air intake grille. This helps keep debris from damaging the unit. All heaters will need to be cleaned periodically. However, heaters that have these features don't usually require major service or maintenance.

Additional Garage Heater Features

Many heaters include additional features that make the units more efficient and easy to use. Some key garage heater features to look for include:

Mounting bracket - This feature is ideal for heaters that will be used in one space and will not be moved. It allows you to mount your garage heater on the wall or ceiling, which will save valuable space

Thermostat - This feature is ideal for maintaining a set temperature in your work area. Many units feature adjustable thermostats, which allow you to warm your garage, jobsite or workshop to the perfect temperature.

Portable design - If you're going to be moving the heater between jobsites, look for a lightweight design that's easy to move. Many units come with wheels or handles for added convenience.

Fan feature - Many electric garage heaters come with fans that help disperse the warm air. Also, some fans can be operated with or without heat, which means that it can be used year round to make your workspace more comfortable.

Vent free design - If possible, look for a ventless garage heater. This feature will save you time and money on the installation. You won't have to pay to install a fuel line and or vent system to expel the exhaust fumes from your workshop.

Next Steps

Now that you know what to look for, please take a look at the wide variety of units we offer to find the garage  heater that best fits your needs. If you have any questions or are interested in placing an order, please feel free to  contact our sales staff by phone, email or chat.



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