- 1). Consider the two best options: gas forced-air units and low-intensity infrared tube heaters. The first is more expensive than the second, about twice the price. The second, however, does blow air and make painting or staining very challenging.
- 2). Take into account heating recovery time and energy use. If the garage door is opened, low-intensity infrared tube heaters will recoup the heat level quickly, whereas gas forced-air units will take more time to reheat the area. Low-intensity infrared tube heaters are more energy-saving, while gas forced-air units cost more to operate.
- 3). Think about noise tolerance and stratification. Gas forced-air units use blades and are noisy. Low-intensity infrared tube heaters do not have these types of moving parts and are very quiet. Stratification is the phenomenon of hot air rising. Low-intensity infrared tube heaters more evenly heat a space. Gas forced-air heaters are not as precise and hot air is forced down, then rises, leaving the lower level to cool and be reheated.
- 4). Weigh each pro and con. While gas forced-air units are less expensive to purchase, they are more expensive to operate and do not heat as efficiently. This makes low-intensity infrared tube heaters the best method for heating a garage.
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