Embrace the Outdoors With 4 Fantastic Outdoor Heating Solutions

Outdoor Heaters For Every Occasion

In recent years, including an outdoor heater in a backyard gathering area has become popular, especially for those living on the West Coast of Canada, renowned for its mild weather conditions. At Pacific Awnings, we understand that people want the opportunity to enjoy their home’s outdoor space year-round. What better way to relax at the end of the day, entertain on the weekends or gather over the holidays than with an outdoor heater? 

Propane patio heaters, natural gas deck heaters, and electric radiant heaters are just a few of the excellent choices available to help you create a cozy backyard oasis or keep your outdoor business comfortable in all seasons.

The large selection of outdoor heating solutions available today can be overwhelming. Pacific Awnings is here to help simplify the options and narrow down which heater best meets your needs.

Let’s explore further as we break down the details of outdoor heating.

Choosing The Right Outdoor Heater

Outdoor heaters come in three styles: natural gas, propane and electric. When selecting an outdoor heater for your home or business, we recommend evaluating the following:

• Ease of operation
• Installation requirements
• Heat output 
• Design
• Safety
• Cost

The size of the area you would like to heat needs to be considered when choosing your unit. Outdoor heaters are available in several different sizes with different performance levels, so you want to ensure you get the right product for your space.

1. Bromic Heaters

What are Bromic Heaters?

Bromic Heating stands out in the outdoor heating industry as the only company to engineer, design and manufacture its products. This full-circle understanding creates exceptionally designed and globally acknowledged outdoor heaters known for their high performance and outstanding dependability. Every Bromic outdoor heater is built with premium materials to deliver superior heat.

The Bromic Heating Collection

At Pacific Awnings, we’ve partnered with Bromic Heating to provide top-of-the-line outdoor radiant heating. Shop our collection here.

• Eclipse – Equipped with a dimmable LED light and ceramic-glass surface that spreads heat evenly, this unit is perfect for outdoor spaces up to 121 square feet. Extremely versatile, this heater comes in seven mounting options, and the handsome contemporary circular design complements any style.
• Platinum – Available in gas or electric, the sleek, modern design blends seamlessly with your outdoor design aesthetic. Built with Platinum Smart-Heat technology, this recessed electric heater integrates with any architectural style. Gas options suit well-ventilated spaces and colder climates and are available with two heat outputs.
• Tungsten – With portable, gas and electric options, the Tungsten series has a variety of heat outputs, mounting options and accessories to meet the demands of any outdoor space. This powerhouse heater is designed to deliver even heat in large areas.

Whether you choose ceiling-mounted, freestanding, electric or propane, count on Bromic Heating to deliver the warmth you need while enhancing your outdoor space. 

2. Electric Outside Heaters

Electric outside heaters are a hassle-free way to create the ambience of a fire without actually having to build one. There’s no need to leave your cozy seat to add a log to the fire with a remote-controlled model. Create instant warmth and extend your functional living space with the flick of a switch.

Electric heaters are considered the most low-maintenance and convenient outdoor heat source, and they also look the best. Most electric heaters with good performance require a 240-volt outlet. Professional installation is recommended for units mounted to ceilings, walls and flush mounts and is available from Pacific Awnings. Another appealing feature of electric heaters is that they require no tank refilling. 

3. Propane Outdoor Heaters

Outdoor entertaining has never been easier. Cut the chilly evening air with a propane outdoor heater, perfect for extending outside events and occasions when the weather doesn’t quite cooperate. 

Easy to operate, most propane outdoor heaters have a simple ignition switch. Propane heaters are best suited to well-ventilated outdoor spaces and will have different clearance requirements based on the size and heat output of the unit. For safe operation, follow the CSA standards guiding the use of your propane heater.

With a quick hook-up to a twenty-pound propane tank, portable outside propane heaters can easily relocate to a new location. Large-capacity propane tanks can be connected for more frequent use or heating bigger spaces. 

4. Natural Gas Outdoor Heaters

Summer fire bans are becoming more frequent in British Columbia, and wood-fuelled fire pits are prohibited in many municipalities. Find the latest fire bans and restrictions on the provincial government website to see if your region is affected. The increased prevalence of fire restrictions has led homeowners to seek safe alternatives.

Natural gas outdoor heaters offer the perfect solution and, according to Fortis BC, are entirely legal. They provide an inviting warmth to gather around without the smoke or sparks that could lead to forest fire risk. 

Most outdoor heaters have built-in safety features, such as a safety shut-off, oxygen depletion sensors and automatic reignition. Homeowners can find peace of mind knowing there is no open flame with a natural gas heater, minimizing the risk of an accidental fire.

Unlike portable heaters, natural gas outdoor heaters have the benefit of being permanently anchored to the wall or ground for low maintenance. They are also the most cost-effective option if a natural gas line is already in place. Plus, the bonus of a steady fuel source means you’ll never run out of gas at the height of the party.

Pacific Awnings: Your Source for Custom Outdoor Heating Solutions

Are you tired of saving all your outdoor entertaining for fair weather? Add an outside heater to your space and get busy enjoying time with friends and family on your deck or patio year-round.  Outdoor heaters are a perfect addition to a pergola or a patio cover from Pacific Awnings so that you can get more out of your investment.

At Pacific Awnings, we have the perfect solution for heating every outdoor space, and our expert team of professionals is here to guide your purchase. We proudly provide excellent customer service, hassle-free installation and routine maintenance to keep your unit in top form. 

Contact our experts today to discover the advantages of Bromic heating.  You can explore our wide range of outdoor heaters by visiting us at our Victoria and Nanaimo showrooms.