A patio door baseboard heater is a great way to make the outdoors more comfortable and appealing. For those who have lots of family members, entertaining on a patio can be exhausting activities, especially if the weather is cold.
In many homes, electric baseboard heater has replaced the old-fashioned charcoal or wood burning stoves. But if you live in an area where the temperature does not fall below freezing, this type of heater may not be suitable for your patio. The other option is to use an electric baseboard heater which is not that expensive.
This kind of patio door baseboard heater usually works best in smaller homes. They will still give warm air, but they will also eliminate a lot of noise. Using a patio door baseboard heater will help you cut back on energy bills, improve the appearance of your patio and keep you safer by keeping smoke and carbon monoxide away from your home.
An electric baseboard heater is installed by using a screwdriver to tighten the baseboard into the wall. This takes some time and it can be dangerous when you’re working around hazardous materials. Make sure that the screwdriver you use fits the screws properly. Any looseness in the screws may make the heater unsafe to use.
Place the heater near the patio door and slide it in place. You will see the heat source coming out from the baseboard. If you have trouble getting the heater in place, hold it in place with a safety strap that is attached to the side of the heater. Position the fan next to the heater and adjust the power settings to suit your needs.
Installing an electric baseboard heater is relatively easy. Check to see if there are studs available before proceeding. Do not use the studs to get the heater in place. Look under the garage to see if there are any pieces of wood that can be wedged under the door. Then you will need to glue the heater to the wood using epoxy or a thermal bond.
Once you have installed the patio door baseboard heater, you will be able to close your patio doors and enjoy your patio space. You will not have to worry about the heat. The climate control will do the rest. Be sure to check the temperature when you have guests over, as you will need to adjust the heat when you want to entertain the guests.