Propane Garage Heater

Using a propane garage heater is an eco friendly, efficient heating option for your garage. Many permanent and portable models are available to fit your needs. Mr. Heater is a very popular brand with a variety of available sizes and styles.

Mr. Heater Big Maxx Model #MHU75LP - 75,000 BTU Propane Garage Heater

This ceiling mountable forced air propane convection heater is ideal for larger garage and shop spaces up to 1,000 square feet. With 75,000 BTU of heating capacity, this hard-working LP garage heater offers a low profile design and power exhaust for horizontal or vertical installation.

Features include:

• 75,000 BTUs of heating capacity
• Thermostatically controlled
• Spark ignition
• Self diagnostic control module
• Vertical or horizontal installation
• 3 Year limited warranty on parts and burner
• 10 Year warranty on heat exchanger
• CSA Certified

NOTE: This is a permanently installed unit that requires piping and proper venting. A building and/or mechanical permit is likely necessary. Check with your installer and local building authority.

Mr. Heater Model #MH40LP - 40,000 BTU
Propane Garage Heater

This infrared, radiant garage heater will quietly and efficiently heat up to 850 square feet of garage or workshop space. With no moving parts and no electricity required for operation, this LP garage heater is virtually maintenance free. Features include:

• 40,000 BTU of heating capacity
• Thermostatically controlled
• Clean, quiet and free of odors
• Does not require electricity
• Virtually maintenance free with no moving parts
• Limited 1 Year warranty on controls
• 5 Year warranty on burner assembly
• CSA certified

Note: Check local codes for installation requirements.

Mr. Heater 22,000 BTU Radiant Propane Garage Heater

With no electricity required and easy installation, this infrared radiant garage heater is ideal for your 500-600 square foot garage or workshop. This overhead mounted unit will even work during a power outage. Features include:

• 22,000 BTU of heating capacity
• Thermostatically controlled
• Clean, quiet and free of odors
• Does not require electricity
• Virtually maintenance free with no moving parts
• Also available for use with natural gas fuel

Note: Check local codes for installation requirements.

Red Dragon Model #CH 220-QC - 200,000 BTU Portable Propane Garage Heater With 10-Foot Hose

This portable, high capacity propane heater is ideal for temporary heating of garages, workshops, warehouse and construction worksites. This 200,000 BTU heater is a real workhorse, with a no-tip design and minimal assembly required. Features include:

• 200,000 BTU per hour
• Thermostatically controlled
• No electricity required
• Built with heavy gauge steel for durability
• Design forces heat downward for more efficient heating
• 10 Foot U.L. listed hose with quick connection
• Push button Piezo inginition and 18 PSI preset regulator
• Thermocouple Safety Control
• Safety Excess Flow POL Tank Fitting

Note: This high output unit is design for use on non-combustible surfaces and in areas that are well ventilated.

Mr. Heater Model #MH35LP - 35,000-BTU Radiant
Propane Garage Heater

This portable, radiant LP garage heater will heat up to 800 square feet of garage or workshop space. Direct, radiant heat is very efficient, with about 12 hours of use from a standard, 20 pound propane tank. Features include:

• 35,000 BTU of heating capacity
• Portable design with folding handle and wheels for transportation
• Piezo push button ignition
• Included hose and regulator connects easily to 20 pound propane tank (propane tank is not included)
• Tip-over switch
• 1 Year limited warranty
• CSA Certified

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Propane Garage Heater: Uses, Pros, Cons and Alternativess

A propane garage heater can be used not only for heating your residential garage, but also for any other commercial heating purpose. Propane heaters use pressurized LP (liquefied propane) gas to quickly heat non-insulated spaces, including construction sites and garages. They are extremely handy and many models are portable.

Propane heaters are great as garage heaters since they are very cost effective. Heating a non-insulated garage with an electric heater can add a lot to your electricity bill. However, a propane fired heater can generate heat when you need it, and quite efficiently.

Things to consider before buying a Propane Heater

The size of your heater depends on the size of your garage. Larger garages require more BTU (British Thermal Units) and vice versa for smaller garages.

Your heater should have a thermostatic temperature control to automatically shut down the heater once a certain temperature is reached. A low oxygen sensor in a garage heater is also a nice feature if available, as it will turn off the heater if oxygen levels become too low.

If an LP garage heater is mounted on the wall or on the ceiling, adequate clearance around the heater is very important.

Pros and Cons of an LP Garage Heater

The great thing about an LP garage heater is that they run on liquefied petroleum gas, which is very eco-friendly. You will also save on your electricity bill.

Some downsides to using propane heaters are that you will have to refill the propane and you need to be aware of leakage. Propane heaters also require adequate ventilation for safety.

Alternative Garage Heater Options

Apart from propane garage heaters, which are extremely economical and energy efficient, there are other options, including electric garage heaters and many natural gas garage heater models.

An electric garage heater is extremely easy to install and does not require ventilation. Electric heaters can be portable or permanently installed, and they are typically fitted with a number of safety features. However, the operating cost of an electric heater may be high, especially when it is very cold and if your garage is not insulated.

A natural gas garage heater, like propane models, will require ventilation in the garage. Though the upfront cost of a natural gas model is more than other options, the operating cost is much less. In addition, the fact that these heaters are environment friendly makes them even more desirable.

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