New Natural Gas Heater

[Sammyboy]

I am getting ready to install a natural gas heater in my 35 x 28 x 9 garage. I have read many threads on the Mr Heater ceiling hung heaters and they seem to be a favorite, though I see there have been problems with a few of them. I this the heater of choice or is there something better that I should consider? I already have the gas run to the approximate location and will do most of the work except for the actual gas connection.

Advice on a heater and anything else I should consider would be appreciated.

Thanks

 

[frankush]

There are a few different choices when it comes to that style of heater. The Mr. Heater, the Modine Hot Dawg and the Beacon Morris are all of the same type. Another thing you should consider is whether or not you want to use outside combustion air. Those that have sealed combustion chambers are considered to be the best choice for a garage. I went with the Hot Dawg a few years ago and am happy with it.

 

[HoosierBuddy]

I just ordered my third Modine Effinity 93 for work. I've been replacing one hanging heater per year in our shop.

A good solution for 24X7Xall winter where long-term expense is more critical than up front cost.

Phil

 

[Sammyboy]

There are a few different choices when it comes to that style of heater. The Mr. Heater, the Modine Hot Dawg and the Beacon Morris are all of the same type. Another thing you should consider is whether or not you want to use outside combustion air. Those that have sealed combustion chambers are considered to be the best choice for a garage. I went with the Hot Dawg a few years ago and am happy with it.

Thanks. So am I correct in assuming that sealed combustion chambers use outside air, or is it the other way around?

 

[koditten]

Waste of money for a Shop. Unless you plan on having a heavy, and I mean heavy fog of paint vapors in the air, it is not worth it. Shops and garages always have air leaks. The air leaks are your make up air.

 

[brihvac]

Thanks. So am I correct in assuming that sealed combustion chambers use outside air, or is it the other way around?

They use outside air. Not a bad idea if the cost is not that much. Also some local codes might call for sealed combustion in a garage.

 

[Sammyboy]

Thanks...I will have a small shop, storage and 3 cars. It will leak enough to make up for outside air. Unless code requires it, I'll skip the extra expense.

Sam