8 Best Garage Heaters, Tested by Experts
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A reliable garage heater can turn a chilly space into a much more functional and inviting part of your home. Whether you’ve set up a workshop, created a home gym, or prefer to handle your own car maintenance, investing in a garage heater will pay comfort dividends year-round.
While the experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute test interior space heaters all the time, for this guide to the best garage heaters, we turned to our partners from the Hearst Autos Gear Team, who review products for GH’s sibling brands, Car and Driver, Road & Track and Autoweek. After all, who spends more time in garages than hardcore car enthusiasts? In reviewing their research and testing data on the best garage heaters, we considered a slew of factors, including heat output, power source, noise level and how hot the machines themselves got when on full blast.
After you’ve read our reviews of the best garage heaters, read on for more expert tips for finding the right model for your garage. And don't miss our roundups of other auto gear, including best portable car seats, best car wax and car air fresheners.
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Having written thousands of product reviews and how-to articles on all aspects of home ownership, from routine maintenance to major renovations, Dan (he/him) brings more than 20 years of industry experience to his role as the director of the Home Improvement & Outdoor Lab at the Good Housekeeping Institute. A one-time roofer and a serial remodeler, Dan can often be found keeping house at his restored Brooklyn brownstone, where he lives with his wife and kids.
Timothy Dahl is an experienced writer and editor covering home improvement, DIY, and lifestyle topics for nearly 20 years. With a deep background in hands-on testing and reporting, he has reviewed and worked with hundreds of tools, products, and home innovations. Timothy's work has appeared in The New York Times, Wired, and Popular Mechanics, and he's the founder of Charles & Hudson. He specializes in making complex projects accessible and is passionate about empowering homeowners with clear, actionable guidance.


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