Work slows down when people are cold, meaning winter weather can bring some unique challenges to construction sites. Construction heaters are critical for keeping your team comfortable and safe, allowing projects to stay on track regardless of the season.
Construction heaters come in several types, including direct-fired, indirect-fired, and electric models. Each type is suited to a specific need, and Yancey’s knowledgeable sales reps can help you narrow the choices based on your space size, ventilation, and fuel availability.
Here are five options:
1. Direct fired heaters are commonly used on construction sites because they can warm up a large area, are cost-effective and need well-ventilated spaces. They work by directly exposing air to an open flame, meaning they also create combustion gases like carbon dioxide that need to be vented.
2. Indirect fired heaters provide clean, dry heat for enclosed areas. They warm the air through a heat exchanger, which force combustion gases like carbon dioxide out through a flue.
3. Direct fired enclosed flame heaters are ideal when you need to move your heat source around within a well-ventilated area. These portable heaters don’t create a lot of noise and often come with thermostats and other security features that allows them to be monitored remotely as they are moved around a space.
4. Electric heaters are versatile and safe for smaller spaces or where ventilation is limited. There are no fumes that need venting, meaning they work anywhere you have a power source.
5. Convention heaters are powered by propane and are best used when you need a temporary fix and no power source.
While construction heaters are an important tool on a winter job site, improper use can create the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, fire or burns. Always make sure heaters are mounted on stable surfaces, away from flammable materials, and never left unattended. If you choose direct fired heaters, make sure your space is correctly ventilated and use carbon monoxide detectors.
Additionally, make sure your workers have and use gear designed for winter cold and wet and encourage them to take frequent breaks in heated areas.
In Georgia, we’re fortunate in that frigid winter weather isn’t a regular threat. That’s why Yancey offers a wide selection of commercial air-forced and convection heaters to rent when and for however long you need them. Need a way to power your heat source? We offer generators for rent, too. Our indirect fire heaters and portable temperature control units provide efficient warmth for spaces of any size.
Renting industrial heaters is cost-effective, allowing you to select the right equipment for your specific job site. Many of our rental providers also handle delivery, setup, and maintenance so your team can focus on their work.
Our team has been through a lot of Georgia winters. For more than a century, Yancey has been Georgia’s trusted provider of machinery and parts. We know that a warm job site is not just a comfort — it’s a necessity. By understanding heater options, prioritizing safety, and exploring rental solutions, you can keep your crew warm, safe, and on schedule no matter the weather. Get in touch today.
