Make Patio Season Stretch with a Propane Patio Heater

The kids are back in school, the sky has that slightly cooler shade of blue and you can feel your nights on the patio slipping away from you. But there's good news! You can extend the length of your patio season by installing a propane patio heater.

What is a Propane Patio Heater?

You have most likely seen a slightly larger version of these on the deck of your favorite open air coffee shop, bar, or bistro. Propane patio heaters typically stand about seven feet high and resemble a light post.

Residential-use propane patio heaters are available in tabletop or floor models. They offer delicious warmth to a radius of about 20 feet and a temperature boost of about 10 to 30 degrees.

Are Propane Patio Heaters Safe?

As with any heating appliance, you need to use propane patio heaters carefully, though the bases of both floor and tabletop models are wide and weighted to avoid upset. In addition, "tip valves" are standard on most models and ensure immediate shut-off if the unit tips past a certain angle.

When preparing to use your propane patio heater for the first time of the season, or when putting it away for the summer, be sure to check it out thoroughly. Before using it after a season of storage, check the fitting that connects the propane canister to the patio heater. Ensure it is tight and fitting properly.

Propane patio heaters are a fabulous and easy way to get the most out of your patio this fall.