Recent content by heavypaws23

You are a big proponent for Rinnai heaters, do you work for them? I priced one of their units for my garage (40 by 16) and it was almost $4,000 installed. You can't buy the unit from a dealer, you have to buy the unit and their installation. This unit may be great, but it is really pricey for...

I added photos for your review. Thanks!

Here are some photos of the garage door opening. We ordered two custom doors, one for the front and one for the new addition in the back. If we can't make this work on the front door, we will use it in the back. However, we will still have to buy the second door because it was a custom job...

We currently have a slider on the outside of the garage opening.

We have a two story garage. We wanted to put in an automatic door so we bought a custom door that goes with the style of the garage. Door opening is 8' x 7'. We don't have enough clearance; the ceiling height is 7' 5". The store where we bought it and our contractor never said anything...

We are building a 16' x 40' addition, I figured I needed 10 T8s with 2 bulbs each. Is that enough? Also, should I use flush mount or hangers? Thanks! Heavypaws

The heater is approximately 38,000 BTU's; do you think I would be okay with 2 or perhaps 3 100 Lb tanks? Thanks so much. I have been learning about things I never even thought of before. I love that, my brain needs exercise!!! Paws

Great Information, thank you so much for your thoughts! I have been leaning towards buying my own, but I am having a hard time find a 250 lb tank. I could get 2 100s, but I was told it is more efficient if the gas is all in one tank. I don't understand the logic, Maybe someone can explain...

I am putting a direct vent Rinnai heater in my garage addition and I wanted to see what people think about using a Gas Company and letting them provide the tank & gas or should I buy my own tank and get it filled myself. We probably won't use 50 gallons a winter. It's more than double to buy...

Thanks, that is really good thinking. I will check out the Rinnai. I really appreciate all the help. Thanks so much and God bless! Heavypaws

Hi Dave - what is OSB board? We decided today that we are going to insulate. Now we need to figure out what is best for the walls. Do I need to switch my post to a different forum to discuss this issue? Thanks for being so helpful. You know your stuff!!! Paws

Yes, Williams furnaces can be used with propane.

It seems that a 100 Lb tank would be really heavy and awkward to transport?

Dave - Thanks, I am on board with the insulation and we already nixed the wood stove idea. I just need to decide what to do for a heater. I read that 30,000 BTU's should cover 1,000 square feet; I'm thinking more like 45,000. I called around pricing propane delivery yesterday and there is lots...

We don't like the idea of salamanders or space heaters because of our grandchildren and pets. We thought it would be safer to have something up off the floor and stationary. Thanks!