The best outdoor heater for a covered patio fits your roof height and seating area. We’ll walk you through six electric and gas picks, their mounting options, and the clearances you need to plan for.
Category Archives: Patio Heater
Find the best patio heater for your outdoor space, from a small covered porch to an open deck. We explain our electric, propane and natural gas picks, including options for restaurants, salt air and patios that need a portable heater.
When you ask, “How many patio heaters do I need?” start with where people sit. We’ll help you count seating areas, measure each one, and match them to the coverage figures for electric and gas heaters.
Can you use a patio heater under a covered patio? Yes, with a mounted electric or gas heater made for it. Here are the clearance figures, where to mount on a porch, pergola or screened room, and what stays outside.
Compare gas vs electric patio heater options for your outdoor space. We explain heat coverage, placement and running costs so you can choose the best heater for an open deck, a covered porch or a restaurant patio.






















