Portable Garage Heater Suggestions?

alexjn1 · 09-29-09, 04:40

I am looking for suggestions about a good quality portable heater that I can use in my garage this winter.

I am simply looking for something that can warm my garage a bit from time to time when I clean (ONR) my truck.

I would like something electric that is portable and uses a standard plug type outlet.

I have also seen some of the emergency use LP heaters that are indoor approved so if anyone has any experience or information in regards to those type heaters I would appreciate your thoughts as well.

My garage is 2 ½ stalls and is insulated.

Thanks for the help.

Jokeman · 09-30-09, 05:24

I have one of these, works great for my 2 car. Gets it to about 65 in 20-30 minutes and its not insulated.

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alexjn1 · 09-30-09, 10:53

Thanks for the information. I see that one is in my Northern Tool Catalog.

tom p. · 09-30-09, 11:01

Alex, there are lots of threads/ideas on this already:

Heat!

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Need a Garage Heater for this Winter

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Looking at heaters for my garage

How to wash in winter.

Portable Garage Heater

alexjn1 · 09-30-09, 11:38

thanks Tom, I will scroll through the threads.

rightaway · 10-13-09, 05:55

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jokeman

I have one of these, works great for my 2 car. Gets it to about 65 in 20-30 minutes and its not insulated.

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is it loud? i have kerosene heater and it was loud as hell and i had to leave the garage door open some because it smelled bad.

alexjn1 · 10-13-09, 08:55

I purchased a Mr Heater Contractor Model 35,000 BTU/HR

It worked out perfectly. It is small yet only took a few minutes to boost the garage temp up to 60 degrees.

Thanks again for all the help with information

skodadog · 10-13-09, 08:56

i have a 2.5 car garage, not insulated; when it's <45F this will heat it to 55F+ in about 45 mins

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alexjn1 · 10-13-09, 08:56

Quote:

Originally Posted by rightaway

is it loud? i have kerosene heater and it was loud as hell and i had to leave the garage door open some because it smelled bad.

Mine is not loud at all.