Outdoor Radiant Heating · Capital Region · Infratech · Bromic · Schwank

In the Capital Region, radiant heating typically extends your usable outdoor season by 6 to 8 weeks on each end — pushing your start date from late May back to early April, and your end date from mid-September through October into November. Combined with a StruXure pergola and Fenetex screens, some homeowners use their outdoor spaces year-round except during heavy snow.

A single residential Infratech or Bromic ceiling heater installed typically runs $1,500–$4,000 depending on model, mounting complexity, and electrical supply work required. A full heating system for a larger pergola or covered patio — multiple zones, dimmer controls, smart home integration — runs $4,000–$10,000+. Every quote is fixed-price after the site assessment. No surprises.

A 2,000-watt electric infrared heater running 4 hours an evening costs roughly $0.30–$0.50 per hour at typical New York State electricity rates — about the same as a light bulb left on. Gas heaters cost more upfront but run at lower operating cost for large spaces. We will walk you through the math for your specific setup during the consultation.

Yes — and it is actually the ideal mounting surface. StruXure pergola ceilings are engineered aluminum, non-combustible, and structurally rated for the load. Infratech and Bromic ceiling heaters are specifically designed for flush pergola mounting, with clearance requirements well within the StruXure bay depth. Every installation is done by our licensed electrical team.

Better than you would expect. Because infrared heats people and surfaces directly — not the air — wind has far less effect than it does on convective heating systems. A radiant heater on a breezy October evening in the Capital Region still delivers effective warmth. Combining the heater with Fenetex retractable screens eliminates the wind factor entirely.

Electric infrared heaters are the right choice for most residential applications — clean, safe, no combustion, no gas line required, easier permitting, and precise dimmer control. Gas heaters (natural gas or propane) deliver higher BTU output and lower operating cost at scale, making them the better choice for large open spaces or commercial applications where electric infrastructure is limited. We will tell you which makes sense for your specific situation at the consultation.

Yes — radiant heating is one of the most common additions to existing structures. If you have a StruXure pergola, the ceiling bays are designed for exactly this — heater brackets mount directly to the aluminum frame with no structural modification required. For existing covered patios, we assess the ceiling material, framing, and electrical supply at the site visit and confirm the right mounting approach before any work begins.