4 Advantages of Overhead Patio Heaters

When you want to add heat to an open patio area, one effective option is an overhead heating installation. A mounted overhead gas heater offers your home year-round outdoor heating, perfect for cold mornings and all four seasons.

Compared to floor-based heaters, overhead installations come with several advantages. Learn how this type of heater can be a superior choice for your patio.

1. Direct Heat

With an overhead heater, warmth is distributed directly from head to toe, offering full-body comfort. Unlike floor-based or space heaters, which require heat to rise and often provide only residual warmth, overhead heaters target the entire seating area.

Because of its elevated position, you can arrange chairs and tables directly beneath the heater to receive the most heat. This eliminates the need to huddle around a floor heater or worry about uneven heat distribution. Plus, since many space heaters can’t be safely used with extension cords, they may limit where they can be placed on the patio.

An overhead heater also allows you to easily adjust the heat with a control panel, giving you total control over your comfort level.

2. Maximized Patio Space

Installing an overhead heater frees up valuable patio space. You won’t need to accommodate bulky floor-based heaters, fire pits, or other heating units. The extra room allows you to arrange furniture the way you want, with ample space for chairs, tables, or other outdoor features.

You can host more guests comfortably without needing to navigate around floor heaters. Plus, you’ll have a clear and unobstructed area for activities like grilling or setting up a dining table. Since the overhead heater is a permanent installation, you won’t need to worry about moving it around to make room.

3. Enhanced Safety

Overhead heaters provide a higher level of safety compared to floor-based heaters. If you have children or pets, you won’t need to worry about accidental burns or the risk of a heater being knocked over. Since the heater is mounted up high, it remains out of reach and out of harm’s way.

Additionally, overhead heaters don’t rely on open flames, eliminating the risks associated with fire hazards. To further enhance safety, you can install the heater's control panel in a secure, locked case, preventing unauthorized access to the heat settings.

4. Weather Protection

An overhead heater is securely attached to the structure of your outdoor patio and shielded by the covered area. This setup protects the heater from the elements, such as wind, rain, and snow. With floor-based heaters, you would need to move or cover them during bad weather. High winds could even knock them over, causing damage or safety concerns.

Rain or snow can also damage or short-circuit a space heater, but with an overhead installation, you won’t have to worry about such issues. The heater remains in place permanently, offering peace of mind and allowing you to enjoy warmth without the hassle of constant maintenance, setup, or relocation.

For more information on our patio heaters, contact us. We’ll design a custom-fit heater for your outdoor space and provide you with a range of efficient heating options.