{"id":97853,"date":"2023-12-05T17:59:18","date_gmt":"2023-12-06T01:59:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=97853"},"modified":"2024-05-14T18:49:20","modified_gmt":"2024-05-15T01:49:20","slug":"garage-heating-tips-to-keep-your-car-cozy-during-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/garage-heating-tips-to-keep-your-car-cozy-during-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"Garage Heating Tips to Keep Your Car Cozy During Winter"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column_ac9eda-1a > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_ac9eda-1a > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_ac9eda-1a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_ac9eda-1a > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_ac9eda-1a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_ac9eda-1a > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_ac9eda-1a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_ac9eda-1a{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_ac9eda-1a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_ac9eda-1a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-1 kadence-column_ac9eda-1a qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-c64f54  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-83c2d5\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_00d002-03, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_00d002-03[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_00d002-03\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_00d002-03 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_00d002-03[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_00d002-03\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_00d002-03 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_00d002-03[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_00d002-03\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading_00d002-03 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_00d002-03\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It takes a lot of time for the engine to warm up during winter, but the good news is that you can turn your garage into a conducive environment that can make it easy for your car to get going.<\/li><li>Explore your heating options by identifying your garage space and the ideal temperature you&rsquo;re looking for.<\/li><li>Installing insulating materials and sealing all gaps are some ways to keep your garage warm.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Winter is right around the corner. Other than prepping your house with holiday lights, another thing you should be mindful of is how you&rsquo;re going to keep the garage warm and cozy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Every car owner knows that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/winter-is-coming-simple-car-hacks-to-survive-the-cold-streets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"winter can be a tough time\">winter can be a tough time<\/a> for internal combustion engines. Heat is a critical factor in an engine&rsquo;s operation, and freezing temperatures can get in the way of vehicle performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why The Cold Bothers Your Daily Driver So Much<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Freezing temperatures can affect the chemical process that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/battery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"battery\">battery<\/a> needs to generate electricity, which can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/can-car-batteries-freeze\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"prevent your vehicle from starting\">prevent your vehicle from starting<\/a> altogether.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cold temperatures also make it hard for the fluids in the engine to flow properly. A vehicle that isn&rsquo;t warm enough can lead to performance problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The engine isn&rsquo;t the only one that can experience issues when the weather is too cold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might also find yourself dealing with ice in the fuel line, which is a result of moisture buildup in the gas lines. Windshield wipers can also become brittle, LCD screens can be lethargic, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Garage Heating Tips to Try<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/electric-fan-heater-placed-inside-car-garage-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"electric fan heater placed inside car garage\" class=\"wp-image-97866\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/electric-fan-heater-placed-inside-car-garage-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/electric-fan-heater-placed-inside-car-garage-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/electric-fan-heater-placed-inside-car-garage-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/electric-fan-heater-placed-inside-car-garage-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/electric-fan-heater-placed-inside-car-garage-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/electric-fan-heater-placed-inside-car-garage-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/electric-fan-heater-placed-inside-car-garage-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/electric-fan-heater-placed-inside-car-garage.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Before anything else, it&rsquo;s important to consider your garage&rsquo;s floor space and how cold it can get in your area.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It takes a lot of time for the engine to warm up during winter, but the good news is that you can turn your garage into a conducive environment that can make it easy for your car to get going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are a few garage heating tips to keep your car cozy during winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Explore Your Heating Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before anything else, it&rsquo;s important to consider your garage&rsquo;s floor space and how cold it can get in your area. These numbers will help you determine the optimal temperature for your garage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you&rsquo;ve figured that out, it&rsquo;ll be easier to identify the most efficient heater for your space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Forced Air Heater<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A forced air heater is a type of heater that&rsquo;s linked to the house&rsquo;s gas or propane line. Air from this heater travels through the ducts and vents in a closed loop, which is the opposite of how a central air system operates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Convection Heater<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A convection heater warms the room from the top down using electricity, natural gas, or propane.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This type of heater works the same way as a convection oven, transferring heat using the movement of gas or liquid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The operation of a convection heater also relies on the properties of air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In-Floor Heater<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In an in-floor heating system, the warmth comes from hot water tubes or electric wires buried under the floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thermal radiation rises from below and heats any object it comes into contact with. The object then radiates this heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Radiant floors will still cause warm air to rise, but the heat is evenly distributed throughout the floor, causing the coolest air to stay up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Propane Heater<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the simplest ways to heat your garage is to use a propane heater. Unlike methane gas heaters, a propane heater doesn&rsquo;t emit greenhouse gases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Propane can easily be stored anywhere in your house, which means you can buy it ahead of time (preferably before winter) before retail prices soar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind, however, that storing propane has its risks. A leaking tank is a fire hazard, and it can also cause the gas to sink. Under extreme circumstances like a hurricane or tornado, a leaking tank might even explode.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Portable Space Heater<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A portable space heater might be enough to keep a small garage warm. Space heaters typically rely on convection or radiant heat to increase room temperature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In most cases, a portable space heater will immediately heat up whatever is in its line of sight. It also works best when you&rsquo;re trying to warm up a room for a short period of time because of how fast it can generate heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Infrared Heater<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Infrared heaters use a series of coils and a reflector to direct light outward. Objects and people can absorb this light via invisible waves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike propane and kerosene heaters, an infrared heater is entirely environment-friendly. It doesn&rsquo;t produce any type of pollutant nor does it use fossil fuels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Insulate<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Aside from bringing in heaters, increasing the insulation in the walls and ceiling is another thing you might want to consider to keep the space warm enough for your car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Installing plastic shrink films, foam boards, and fiberglass batt insulation materials are some of the common ways you can achieve a warm garage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider getting help from a professional when installing these materials to make sure there are no gaps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Seal All Gaps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can gather all the heaters you have inside your garage, but they won&rsquo;t be able to do their job if there are cracks and gaps all over the space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fill in any cracks and gaps in your garage using a caulking gun to maintain that warm temperature. Make sure to caulk areas between two different materials such as brick and wood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, make sure that the area you&rsquo;re caulking is clean and dry to prevent moisture from building up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sealing all the gaps also means replacing worn-out weatherstrip seals to prevent the heat from seeping out of your garage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Invest in Ductless Heating and Cooling Equipment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ductless heating and cooling is an alternative to radiator or baseboard heating. Also referred to as a mini-split heat pump, a ductless heating and cooling system uses at least two units&#19968;one on the inside and another on the outside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As the outside unit extracts heat from the ambient air, the refrigerant carries this heat to the inside unit. Ductless systems work in reverse during the warmer months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Install Electric Ceiling Panels<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Electric ceiling panels work the same way as direct sunlight. These panels use infrared technology to directly heat the objects in a room, wasting no time warming up the space itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Electric ceiling panels typically have electrical resistance wires that heat up when current flows through them. These panels also have reflective materials and insulation to direct heat downward.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>Winter is right around the corner. 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