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\nYour garage is the perfect place for a workshop. It\u2019s out of the way and since most are only partly finished, you don\u2019t have to worry about making a bit of a mess while you\u2019re working. But whether you\u2019re using your garage as a workspace or are simply running some routine auto maintenance, spending hours out in the garage during the cold winter months can be torture. That\u2019s why installing a garage heater<\/a> is such a great idea.<\/p>\n

These heating units are perfect for keeping your work area warm and toasty all winter long. And while you might be worried about the installation, the fact is that installing a garage heater is fairly simple. But before you go out and buy one, it\u2019s important to understand the options out there so that you can choose the model that\u2019s right for you. In this article, we\u2019ll not only discuss the options that are out there and how to install your garage heater once you decide which one is best for you.<\/p>\n

Garage Heating Options<\/h2>\n

The way you\u2019ll install your heating unit depends on the power source and style of the unit that you ultimately purchase. There are several kinds of garage heaters available on the market, including units that are powered by natural gas and electricity. And in each category, there are a number of styles such as radiant and forced-air models, each using a different mechanism to provide warmth.<\/p>\n

Before getting started, please keep in mind that for models like natural gas or hardwired electric garage heaters, you\u2019ll be working with your home\u2019s gas line and electrical system, so some areas require you to hire a professional to make the connections. But since there are several steps that you can handle yourself that will allow you to greatly reduce your installation costs, we\u2019re still going to cover the process for you.<\/p>\n

Electric Garage Heaters<\/h3>\n

Electric garage heaters come in two styles, hardwired and corded models. Corded models are the easiest to install and most of these units can be installed in under an hour. These models are the easiest models to operate and install and since many of them are actually floor units, they\u2019re also portable.<\/p>\n

For these models, you just find a space on the floor that doesn\u2019t have a lot of clutter and will allow the heater to push warm air without being blocked by objects and then plug it in. Usually, the best place for any heater is against the back wall of your garage so that faces the garage door. Corded garage heaters also come in ceiling or wall-mounted models.<\/p>\n