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We get one therm (= 100,000 BTU) from every 1.1 gallons of propane. A standard 5 gallon tank holds roughly 4.7 gallons. So a full tank would hold 427,000 BTUs. Therefore, a 40,000 BTU propane heater, such as SunGlo or Patio Comfort on high can get 10 hours and 40 minutes out of a tank. A 46,000 B … read more

We would be happy to look at your patio heaters in our shop. We need the entire heater head and the propane regulator with hose assembly, so you do not necessarily have to bring the whole thing in. If you are not close by you can ship these components to us. We charge $50 up front to check your h … read more

Like in most things, you get what you pay for. If you choose an economy entry-level consumer patio heater from a big-box store, you are purchasing the patio heating equivalent of a disposable lighter. Such lightweight heaters tend to look crooked and uneven from when first assembled. They often b … read more

Most issues with remote-controlled patio heaters have occurred when too many heaters and remotes are present. Signals were crossed. One would need reprogramming and the batteries would have to come out of all of the remotes to solve, and then all needed reprogramming. That is why I am thrilled th … read more

We now offer free overnight (weekdays) shipping on all in-California and Nevada orders that are received by noon and are more than $100, so long as OnTrac services your zip code. This is subject to stock on hand. If there will be a delay, we will quickly contact you. If the order is less than $10 … read more

One good general-use strategy is to place overhead patio heaters at the open side of a covered patio and face them back towards the building, providing radiant heat from the side where there is the most radiant heat loss. However, if you have fixed furniture, it may be more effect … read more

Here are some ballpark numbers for operating outdoor heaters, based on rates in the San Francisco Bay Area, keeping in mind that rates vary for commercial and residential utility users, winter and summer, and in some cases peak and off-peak hours.Propane patio heaters: $1.50 to $3 per hour Natu … read more

I personally like the comforting feeling of gas heaters better. I feel that electric heaters have a harder edge to the heat they produce. Gas heaters require greater clearances from combustibles. Electric heaters can be tucked into corners better. Gas heaters are on or off. Some have high … read more

Alfresco Heating recently installed four S34-TSR patio heaters at Arrowood Winery in Glen Ellen, Sonoma County, California. The heated space is outside of the tasting room and is for relaxing and enjoying the quintessential vineyard views. I understand, this space is also used for ho … read more

New on AlfrescoHeating.com are assorted quick disconnect hoses and fittings to hook up your portable natural gas patio heaters. These hoses have a quick disconnect fitting at one end and a flare fitting at the other end and run from 2 feet to 20 feet in length.  … read more

alfresco-heating.com is now five times faster! Alfresco Heating changed web hosts on April 21st, 2013. The transition went smoothly. However, it is possible that something won't work right, so if you have any issues at all with the website please let us know. We have been holding off on updating … read more

According to a local Barbeques Galore store manager, the Lynx propane patio heater has been discontinued. If you are looking for Lynx patio heaters, we have identical patio heaters (except for the name plate) called EvenGlo. We have EvenGLO propane, stainless steel patio heaters in stock, and bac … read more

Covered and uncovered spaces can be heated with outdoor heaters. Ventilation is needed for gas patio heaters, while electric patio heaters can be used indoors and outdoors. Even open yard spaces can be heated. Patio heaters provide predominantly radiant heat and do not greatly affect the air temp … read more

There’s a special feeling about entertaining alfresco. In cooler evenings, patio heaters allow us to enjoy our patios, decks, gardens, pergolas and gazebos year round. In our climate, heating your outdoor living area adds to your living space without the cost, time, or inconvenience of an … read more

At Alfresco Heating we have a warehouse full of patio heaters and repair parts, unlike most internet dealers. And we actually install and service the products we sell, unlike most internet dealers. Since we work with the products every day our knowledge of them is superior to most internet d … read more