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Heating Over a Table under a Pergola or Covered Patio(Post)
The best way to heat a table under a pergola or covered patio may not be what you have read. Angling outdoor heaters towards a table can work well only if the heaters are angled in from the only o ...
How Long Will My Propane Patio Heater Last?(Post)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 m ...
"Nice" Restaurants with Flimsy Patio Heaters(Post)I walk up to a restaurant and I see fine teak outdoor furniture, cloth napkins, and a well dressed, helpful wait staff. And then I see their patio heaters are all crooked, with reflectors t ...
How do I choose what kind of patio heaters I want or need?(Post)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 ligh ...
Lessening the Environmental Impact of Outdoor Heaters(Post)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. B ...
How to Use Portable Outdoor Heaters for Comfortable Outdoor Dining(Post)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.&nbs ...
Clearance Sale! EvenGlo Patio Heaters(Post)All evenGlo outdoor heaters on clearance sale - limited to stock on hand. We need to make room for our new products! Now is the time to take advantage of our one-time-only sale on evenGlo portabl ...
Introducing SunStar’s New GLASS Marine Grade Gas Infrared Patio Heaters(Post)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 c ...
The meaning of "infrared"(Post)Almost all patio heaters are infrared. The sun is a great example of an infrared heater. Its rays travel through space and don't heat it, but when it hits a solid object, Earth, heat is created. I ...
What kinds of outdoor areas can be heated?(Post)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 c ...
Four Tips to Keep Your Patio Heaters Running Properly All Year Round(Post)From a customer: “We own three outdoor heat lamps; two of which do not work. The last time I used them I got them to start but then they quickly died. I tried the removal of the top and blowing ...
What are the differences between gas and electric patio heaters?(Post)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 combustibl ...
Where should I place overhead patio heaters?(Post)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 ...
Comfortably Heat Outdoor Tables with Permanent Overhead Patio Heaters (Post)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 c ...
Compare Features of Overhead Gas Patio Heaters(Post)When choosing permanent over-head radiant gas patio heaters, I generally encourage a phone conversation, because there are too many variables to cover in a short description or blog post. Call 888 ...
Consider When Designing Your Heated Pergola(Post)There is one important thing to consider in the planning phase of your future pergola, gazebo, or covered porch: Combustible Clearances I have personally taken many calls from customers who ...
What is Infrared Heat? Understanding Effective Outdoor Heating. Get the Facts. (Post)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 r ...
New Product Showcase: Motif, The New Face in Outdoor Heating Comfort(Post)New Product Spotlight Motif: The New Face in Outdoor Heating Comfort The design challenge with permanent outdoor heating is to have the heaters visual appeal to your living and dining environmen ...
3 Ways Restaurants Earn ROI from Outdoor Heating(Post)There are many advantages to outdoor heating, but if you own or manage a restaurant or any other kind of hospitality establishment, the bottom line is earning a return on investment (ROI). The goo ...
Patio Heater Safety Tips(Post)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 m ...
Gas or Electric Patio Heaters? Which Kind are Best for Your Home or Restaurant?(Post)“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 ...
Warranty Policy(Page)Bay Area Warranty Policy We offer a one-year warranty on all new patio-heaters purchased from Alfresco Heating for all San Francisco Bay Area customers that are within our service area; even ...
Phone and Onsite Patio Heating Consultations(Page)See our onsite service area map. You have an outdoor space you want heated. Perhaps it is a dining table on a covered porch, a sidewalk seating area in front of a restaurant, an open and uncov ...