Patio Heater News
How Long Will My Propane Patio Heater Last?
Posted by Alfresco Heating on Mar 1st 2023
The lifespan of your propane patio heater depends on its quality. Consider the following key points when purchasing patio heaters for longevity:
If the price is cheap, it is also probably cheaply made and designed to potentially last one season of regular use. If you are lucky, you can maybe get
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Lessening the Environmental Impact of Outdoor Heaters
Posted by Eric Kahn on Oct 28th 2022
If you’re shopping for outdoor heaters you may have some concern about their effect on the planet. Patio heaters heat the outdoors, consequently there is an environmental impact from using them. But how significant is the impact, what methods of outdoor heating have the most and least environment
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Comfortably Heat Outdoor Tables with Permanent Overhead Patio Heaters
Posted by Eric Kahn on Jul 31st 2022
When you have a ceiling or pergola, investing in a permanent-patio-heater installation is a great move. Restaurants see returns from the convenience, reliability, lower footprint, and lower fuel costs of permanent patio heaters, as compared to portable propane heaters. Homeowners increase their a
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How to Use Portable Outdoor Heaters for Comfortable Outdoor Dining
Posted by Eric Kahn on Jul 30th 2022
Whether you’re at home on your own patio or offering an alfresco dining experience for your restaurant customers, patio heaters are an essential part of providing a warm, welcoming experience. Portable patio heaters work well in uncovered areas and also can provide the lowest start-up cost for co
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Patio Heater Safety Tips
Posted by Alfresco Heating on Jun 14th 2022
Many friends and families may be warming up to the idea of increasing outdoor gatherings this spring. But it’s important to understand the dangers of fire and “the silent killer” known as carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning, know how to properly use patio heaters, and stay safe around open-flame units
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Two Key Services that Set Alfresco Heating Apart from the Competition
Posted by Alfresco Heating on Jun 10th 2022
You come into a cold outdoor space and want to heat it quickly. Once the heaters warm up the furniture and patio or deck, the area will be more comfortable for you and your guests. Every outdoor heating installation is different and requires custom solutions. Permanent patio heating is a signific
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4 Reasons To Buy American-Made Outdoor Heaters
Posted by Alfresco Heating on Jun 1st 2022
It isn’t common that you see many products made in the USA these days, especially with a global economy and cheaper labor in other countries like China. But for many consumers “Made in USA” holds the mark of quality, boasting a better reputation than products produced overseas. This tends to hold
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Introducing SunStar’s New GLASS Marine Grade Gas Infrared Patio Heaters
Posted by Alfresco Heating on Apr 6th 2022
Alfresco Heating is proud to now carry
SunStar’s new GLASS Marine Grade radiant patio heaters. Choose from two models: The SunStar SGL35 Overhead Gas Patio Heater features a black powder coating that covers the steel body and the SunStar SGL35-MG Overhead Gas Patio Heater features a marin
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What is Infrared Heat? Understanding Effective Outdoor Heating. Get the Facts.
Posted by Eric Kahn on Jan 1st 2022
What do the terms “infrared heat” and “true infrared” really mean?
Many people think that only electric patio heaters provide infrared heat and that gas patio heaters don’t. We have even read articles that state, falsely, that gas patio heaters only heat the air and that electric pati
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Gas or Electric Patio Heaters? Which Kind are Best for Your Home or Restaurant?
Posted by Eric Kahn on Dec 11th 2021
“Gas or electric?” That's often the first question people ask when planning a permanent patio heater installation.
There are advantages and disadvantages to both. More often than not, homeowners choose electric outdoor heaters while restaurants, clubs, and hotels choose gas outside heaters.
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