When a garage is heated, you can use it 12 months out of the year, whether it’s set up as a workshop or gym. Plus, if you store vehicles in it, there will be no need to heat them up—or scrape them off—before heading out. Additionally, heating contractors like to remind homeowners that temperature-controlled systems increase HVAC efficiency by eliminating drafts between the garage and the house. When you’re ready to make the upgrade, consider one of these approaches. 

3 Ways to Heat Your Garage

1. Install an Electric Heater 

Electric heaters are ideal for heating small spaces for a relatively short period of time. If you’ll only be in the garage for an hour or two a day, for example, an unobtrusive electric heater will keep it at a comfortable temperature for as long as you’re working. These devices are clean and quiet, and the simpler versions don't require anything more than an outlet to operate. 

2. Expand Your HVAC System 

If you want to heat your garage for more than a few hours at a time, extending the ductwork of the existing HVAC system may be the answer. A reputable heating contractor will let you know precisely what doing so will entail, after evaluating your home’s configuration. For example, if your current furnace is already working overtime, it may be necessary to upgrade to a larger one after completing the expansion so it can handle the added load of the garage. 

3. Heat the Floor 

Installing an in-floor heating system will allow you to work on that engine you’ve been meaning to finish all winter long. To maximize efficiency and ensure total comfort, install an additional heating source, as well. Coupled with the warm floor, a convection, radiant, or combination heater will keep the entire garage nice and cozy. 

For help heating your garage, turn to Donovan & Jorgenson. Since 1985, this heating contractor has been serving residential and commercial clients throughout the Greater Milwaukee area and Southeastern Wisconsin. Their highly trained technicians are available 24 hours a day in case of an emergency, and they're equipped to service all HVAC equipment. To request a free estimate from this heating contractor, reach out online.