Garage heating is a topic that has been controversial for years. To heat or not to heat? Both options have a large group of supporters and opponents. So is it worth it? And what are the consequences of not heating?
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Is it worth heating your garage in winter?
Heating your garage in winter, although it may seem pointless, is actually very beneficial. Maintaining a certain temperature level is important in the context of protecting your equipment and devices, as well as your vehicle in the garage. However, a lot depends on the type of garage you have – whether it is a detached garage, a garage within a building, or directly adjacent to your home.
A garage that is part of a house, which is often connected to the interior by a door, is always worth heating. This does not mean that a heating system must be installed immediately, it does not have to be as warm as a house. If water has been brought to the garage, maintaining a positive temperature is necessary to prevent it from freezing in the system. Another issue that speaks in favor of heating a garage in winter is thermal comfort during work or DIY. This applies in particular to people for whom a garage is more than just a parking space for a car.
Garage heating also eliminates moisture problems. In the long term, it can cause mold and mildew to grow on the walls, which is a big problem if the garage is attached to a building or is part of it. The moisture that forms at low temperatures condenses and settles on surfaces. In the case of metal surfaces, moisture can lead to rust.
By deciding to heat your garage, you can avoid many problems. However, you have to remember that regardless of the type of heating used, expenses will increase. An excellent way is to take care of proper insulation, which limits heat loss.
The effects of not heating your garage in winter
The lack of garage heating in winter has many consequences, especially if the garage is connected to the house. Low temperatures, and the lack of proper garage insulation, will also cause heat loss in the house, especially in rooms directly adjacent to the garage.
In winter, the lack of heating in the garage is the most common cause of condensation, moisture and rust. These factors can cause damage to the vehicle and equipment in the garage.
Low temperatures in the garage can lead to problems starting the vehicle. In winter, especially in severe frosts, problems starting the car can occur, and the battery's efficiency decreases. As a result, the risk of it discharging increases.
Installations are also a big problem, if there are water pipes in the garage, then the negative temperature can cause them to freeze and block the system. In such a situation, the risk of more serious damage and failures increases, including pipe bursting.
Garage Heater – Is It a Good Idea?
A heater is a device whose task is to heat the air in a room. Depending on the needs and purpose, there are different versions of heaters available on the market, with different power and functionality. Their role is not only to heat the air temperature, because they are great for drying rooms.
In practice, there are several variants of devices that differ in power, application, and also energy source. The following models can be distinguished:
- water heaters , characterized by small dimensions and high efficiency, therefore they are perfect for large facilities, they can be connected to the central heating system, regardless of its power source, the heater uses water from the central heating system to operate;
- oil heater , which requires appropriately selected oil to operate, the fuel in a closed circuit is heated and, circulating inside the device, releases heat to the environment;
- gas heaters , a characteristic feature is high heating efficiency, they quickly and efficiently heat even large spaces, they are reliable, versatile and easy to install, their use is completely safe;
- an electric heater that requires electricity to operate is perfect for heating the air in homes or offices, it is easy to use and efficient.
Choosing the right type of heater depends on your specific needs and possibilities. A heater can effectively raise the temperature in your garage, but this solution should be used sporadically rather than over a long period of time. Where there is no possibility of using a heater, an electric heater, preferably with a thermostat, can be perfect.
Detached garage heating
Heating a detached garage can be more difficult than one that is part of a building. A sheet metal garage can be heated just as effectively, not forgetting that safety is equally important. The heaters in our offer are an excellent way to heat a garage cheaply. If it is additionally properly insulated, you can maximize heat retention, limiting potential losses, thus reducing operating costs.
At the Onninen installation wholesaler we have a large selection of devices that can be used to heat your garage easily, quickly and effectively. Depending on the size of the room, models with different heating power are available, such as the Sonniger HEATER CONDENS CR1 water heater with a power of 10-30 kW .
This solution will work perfectly if there is a possibility of connecting the device to the existing heating system. The heater is not only efficient and practical, but also looks great. Modern design and relatively small dimensions mean that it does not take up much space. The device is also available in versions with a power of 15-50 kW, 20-70 kW.