Infrared Vs Gas Heaters: Why Infratech is the Sustainable Choice for 2025

Which Outdoor Patio Heater Is Right for You?

As summer gives way to fall’s embrace, homeowners are looking for ways to continue enjoying their outdoor spaces. While gas heaters have long been the go-to option, today, people are looking for more sustainable alternatives, a solution that warms their outdoor areas without harming the environment. 

The answer? Infratech’s electric infrared heating. 

Here, we’ll explore its benefits as an outdoor patio heater and the key differences in heat produced by infrared and gas heaters. 

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Energy Efficient

Traditional gas burners are typically less than 50% efficient, resulting in increased carbon emissions and other harmful pollutants, such as nitrogen oxides. They consume a high amount of energy, particularly in open-air conditions, increasing your carbon footprint. By comparison, infrared heaters convert over 90% of input energy into radiant heat. This type of heat doesn’t dissipate in the open air and blow away in windy conditions. 

Instead, a heated quartz element emits a clean wavelength of light that transfers heat directly to people, in much the same way as the sun. The result is a comfortable outdoor setting, even in the colder months, and for just pennies per hour. You and your guests experience immediate comfort and warmth.

Unlike gas heaters, they are virtually maintenance-free and do not require refillable tanks. 

The Environmental Impact

As a by-product of burning fuel, gas heaters emit carbon dioxide (CO2) and other hazardous gases. This carbon remains in the atmosphere for centuries, creating a blanket effect that traps heat. For this reason, it's considered a greenhouse gas and a primary contributor to global warming. 

A traditional patio heater can produce about 5.5 pounds of CO2 per hour. That’s over 100 pounds in 20 hours, which creates the same amount of CO2 as driving a gas-powered car for about 215 miles. 

Comparatively, Infratech heating systems operate with zero greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, because Infratech is sustainability-minded, their components and packaging are recyclable. 

Safety

Creating homes centered on well-being has become an increasingly important aspect of luxury living. Gas heaters require ventilation to expel harmful combustion by-products, such as carbon dioxide. Infratech’s infrared heat requires no ventilation.

Due to the direct warmth this type of heating provides, some people are concerned about the potential for UV radiation. While infrared and UV are both forms of electromagnetic radiation, they lie in completely different parts of the electromagnetic spectrum. 

UV rays have higher energy and shorter wavelengths, which gives them the ability to cause sunburn and damage DNA. On the other hand, infrared rays have lower energy and longer wavelengths, allowing them to provide heat with lower risks of cellular damage. They are even used for therapeutic purposes due to their deep penetrating warmth and other biological effects. 

Beauty

Infratech’s wave quartz element heaters emit a warm, pleasing glow that elevates the surrounding ambiance. Sleek in design, they blend in seamlessly with their surroundings, with some built for flush mounting. Quiet in nature, they support the peaceful outdoor oasis you’ve created, operating silently and efficiently day after day.

This is far different from other electric heaters that emit a bright, white light and gas heaters that produce a hissing noise, which distract from your beautiful outdoor surroundings. 

These heaters also integrate with all major home automation systems, allowing for seamless operation from touchscreens, mobile devices, and voice activation.

Argenta and Infratech

Are you ready to extend your outdoor living season? As concern for the environment and our planet grows, more people than ever are turning to eco-friendly patio heaters that bring warmth and efficiency with sustainable living in mind. 

To learn more about the benefits and features found in Infratech outdoor patio heaters, contact Argenta.