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Benefits of Having Outdoor Porch Heaters During the Winter Months
Outdoor porch heaters make it easier to use your porch during the winter by adding warmth, improving comfort, and creating more room for relaxing or entertaining when temperatures drop. They can help you get more use out of an outdoor porch instead of leaving the space empty until spring.
Although winters in Charlotte, NC are usually mild, nighttime temperatures can still dip into the 30s. A properly placed propane, natural gas, or electric porch heater can make those colder evenings much more comfortable.
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Extra Living Space Year-Round
One of the perks of adding a porch to your home is having extra living space year-round, not just during the warmer months. Outdoor porch heaters allow you to add warmth to your porch safely so that you can still enjoy this added living space during the winter. This is great for when you want to relax, and maybe do some star gazing from your porch at night.
Increased Comfort During the Colder Months
You don’t want to have to bundle up like you’re going to the North Pole to enjoy your outdoor porch during the winter months. That’s where outdoor porch heaters come in. You can control the level of warmth outdoor porch heaters provide so that you can be comfortable and enjoy your extra living space even when Mother Nature dishes out colder temperatures!
Great for Entertaining and Hosting for the Holidays
Do you have people staying with you for the holidays? Maybe you’re hosting a holiday party? Outdoor porch heaters are great for entertaining over the holidays because they make your porch a more enjoyable space. Whether you’re looking for an area to display your buffet table or want to put some chairs for everyone to relax, placing an outdoor space heater on your porch can make everything cozier! Plus, by utilizing the area on your porch, you free up space inside your home.
Why Get Outdoor Porch Heaters With A New Custom Porch
If you’ve invested in a new custom porch, shouldn’t you be able to enjoy it year-round? While you can add removable outdoor porch heaters, you can also make an outdoor heater part of your design by incorporating it as a ceiling-mounted or wall-mounted feature. Doing so can free up even more space on your porch. Since your porch is a customized design, you can decide exactly where you want to place your heater and any controls that go along with it.
FAQ about Outdoor Porch Heaters
What types of fuel do outdoor porch heaters use?
Outdoor porch heaters can use either propane, natural gas, or electricity as their fuel options.
Where should I place my outdoor porch heater?
Always be sure your outdoor porch heater is in a well-ventilated area and is not near any flammable items such as furniture or curtains. Also, check the manufacturer’s instructions for what is considered safe clearance from walls and ceilings.
What types of safety features should I look for in an outdoor heater?
Look for outdoor porch heaters that automatically shut off if they are knocked over accidentally. Also, check for a flame guard that will protect from gusty winds.
Build Your Next Outdoor Porch With Exterior Additions
A well-designed porch gives you another place to relax, entertain, and spend time outside throughout more of the year. Whether you want a covered or screened porch, Exterior Additions can help you plan the layout, features, and finishing details around how you want to use the space.
Family-owned and operated since 1999, Exterior Additions has completed more than 2,000 porch projects throughout the Charlotte area and earned more than 30 service awards. Browse our portfolio to see some of our completed projects, then contact us to start planning your porch.
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