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Free Overnight Shipping within California & Nevada

Posted by Alfresco Heating on Feb 20th 2014

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

Where should I place overhead patio heaters?

Posted by Alfresco Heating on Feb 20th 2014

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

The cost of operating patio heaters

Posted by Alfresco Heating on Feb 14th 2014

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

What are the differences between gas and electric patio heaters?

Posted by Alfresco Heating on Feb 6th 2014

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

Arrowood Winery Heats Patio with SunPak

Posted by Alfresco Heating on Jan 23rd 2014

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

Gas Hoses For Portable Patio Heaters

Posted by Alfresco Heating on Sep 12th 2013

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

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Posted by Alfresco Heating on Apr 23rd 2013

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

How to Find Lynx Propane Patio Heaters

Posted by Alfresco Heating on Mar 13th 2013

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

What kinds of outdoor areas can be heated?

Posted by Alfresco Heating on Dec 17th 2012

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

Why Patio Heaters at Your House?

Posted by Alfresco Heating on Dec 10th 2012

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