How do I determine how much heat a natural gas garage heater will generate?
Natural gas garage heaters are listed by their fuel inputs. For example, a 100,000 BTUH heater will consume 100,000 BTU’s of fuel per hour. The actual heating output depends on the heater’s efficiency rating. If the heater is 80% efficient, the actual heat output will be 80,000 BTU’s per hour. Do not pick a heater based on the nominal size. Many people think this is the actual heat generated. They end up with a unit that is undersized. 4) What is the best location in my garage to install my natural gas garage heater? ANSWER: The heater should be located in the coldest area, and it should be angled slightly so it blankets warm air across the coldest wall. 5) What is the best location to install a wall mounted thermostat in my garage? ANSWER: The thermostat should be mounted in a location that represents a good average temperature in your garage. If it is located in a cold spot, it will falsely run the unit heater more then it should. If it is located in an area that receives direct sunl
