What are the Different Types of Garage Heaters?

If you like to spend a lot of time in your garage during the winter months, then you'd probably
appreciate having effective garage heaters. Lots of people use their garage for hobbies, or for
simply spending time with the kids when the weather is too bad to go outside. Temperatures in
garages can often get pretty low due to a lack of insulation, so important considerations can
include the portability of the heating unit, the type of energy used, and of course the price. There
are lots of different types on the market, so which is best and which would be most effective for
your situation? Some people prefer to rely on kerosene heaters, while others recommend forced
air heaters or electric heaters. It also depends on the type of hobbies you want to do in the
garage, as obviously if you intend to create a lot of dust or to do a lot of painting then you need
to choose a heater that has a separate combustion chamber that burns fresh outdoors air.

Using Forced Air Garage Heaters

Forced air garage heaters can be gas-fired or powered by electricity. Installers may recommend
that they are mounted on the ceiling, and they should be rated for residential use. It isn't
acceptable to install an industrial style unit in a residential garage. It is best to get these
professionally installed as the process can involve electrical work, or hooking up gas lines. The
thermostat for this type of heater should be mounted on the wall between the garage and the
house, or if the garage is detached it should be mounted just below the heater. This type of heater
does tend to be slightly more expensive than others, but provided the manufactuer required
maintenance schedules are met, it should last for a considerable amount of time.

Using Kerosene Garage Heaters

Kerosene garage heaters have the advantage of being portable and easy to use, and some models
don't even need to be invented though this is probably recommended. Kerosene garage heaters
can knock out a considerable amount of heat, but there is a disadvantage that you need to go and
pick up the kerosene to keep the thing running. The advantage of choosing a portable heater is
that it can always be used in the home in the event of an emergency, but should be properly
vented and situated to avoid any risk of fire.

Using Electric Garage Heaters

Using an electric garage heater is probably the easiest way to keep this space heated effectively.
There are lots of different models available and they are very easy to install and use. It is worth
considering the type of model before you buy it, as some include fans that can be a little noisy.
Most garage heaters will heat a space of around 500 sq. ft., but it's also worth checking the
amount of power required before purchasing the heater. It is best to leave these units unplugged
when not being used, and to make sure they are used according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.