Heaters

United Rentals has a comprehensive fleet of heaters for indoor applications, including electric heaters and fuel-fired options. We have models ranging from 10 BTU portable heaters to large commercial heaters with up to 3.5M BTU. When you rent a heater from United Rentals, you can be confident that our experts will be on hand to help you determine the right unit to fit your project.

FAQs

How does HVAC heating work?

  • HVAC systems are made of several parts including the thermostat, furnace, evaporator coil, condensing unit, vents and refrigerator lines. The furnace is the piece of equipment used for heating purposes. Furnaces can use solar energy, heat pumps, electric resistance and combustion as heat sources. The furnace heats air, then distributes the air through ductwork or piping.  

How do I calculate heat load in an HVAC system?

  • It’s important to make sure your HVAC system is large enough for the intended application. There is a formula you can use to calculate heat load. Take the square footage of the space, then multiply by 25 to determine the base BTUs (e.g., 2,500 sq. ft. x 25 = 62,500 BTUs). Then, factor in 100 BTUs per person and 1,000 BTUs per window and door (e.g., 4 people x 400 BTUs = 1,600 BTUs; 10 windows x 1,000 BTUs = 10,000 BTUs). Add them all together for a total heat load calculation (e.g., 62,500 + 1,600 + 10,000 = 74,100 BTUs).

What is a heat strip HVAC?

  • Adding electric heat strips to your electric furnace help convert the furnace to a fully electric comfort system that is compatible with most air conditioning systems. Additionally, any air handler can be fitted with heat strips. Heat strips are meant to handle extra tasks to assist the heat pump with certain tasks like defrosting the unit. 
Box / Tent Style Heater 350K BTU Propane/Natural Gas Direct Fired
Cat Class Code
250-3483

Box / Tent Style Heater 350K BTU Propane/Natural Gas Direct Fired

  • Standard dual fuel heater
  • Ball valve conversion between propane or natural gas
  • Direct-fired 99.97% fuel efficiency
  • High volume of air output for maximum heat distribution
  • Rugged design and heavy duty wheels for easy transport
black cylindrical propane natural gas heater on wheels
Cat Class Code
250-3124

Direct Heater, 1,000,000 BTU, Propane/Natural Gas Dual Fuel

  • 41.3L per hour propane fuel consumption/1,000 cubic feet per hour natural gas fuel consumption
  • 115V/20 amp power with a 20-amp max. power draw
  • 7,000 CFM
  • Weighs 285 lbs.
  • Uses: Ideal for commercial heating applications
white indirect fired heater on stand
Cat Class Code
250-3100

Direct Heater, 400,000 BTU, Propane/Natural Gas Dual Fuel

  • 16.5L per hour propane fuel consumption/400 cubic feet per hour natural gas fuel consumption
  • 115V/20 amp power with a 20-amp max. power draw
  • 2,000 CFM
  • Weighs 81 lbs.
  • Uses: Ideal for commercial heating applications
white square heating unit with towing bar on wheels
Cat Class Code
250-6905

DryAir Hydronic Heater, 1,200,000 BTU, Propane/Natural Gas Dual Fuel

  • 48L per hour propane fuel consumption
  • 1,233 cubic feet per hour natural gas fuel consumption
  • 115V/230V 30 amp power with a 20-amp max. power draw
  • Weighs 1,815 lbs.
  • Uses: Ideal for commercial and industrial heating applications
white indirect fired heater
Cat Class Code
250-6525

Indirect Fired Heater, 350,000-400,000 BTU, Propane/Natural Gas Dual Fuel

  • 16.5L per hour propane fuel consumption/400 cubic feet per hour natural gas fuel consumption
  • 115V/20 amp power with a 20-amp max. power draw
  • 5,000 CFM
  • 1" x 16" duct or 2" x 12" duct
  • Uses: Ideal for commercial heating applications
blue cube indirect fired heater
Cat Class Code
250-3117

Indirect Fired Heater, 700,000 BTU, Propane/Natural Gas Dual Fuel

  • 28L per hour propane fuel consumption/610 cubic feet per hour natural gas fuel consumption
  • 3-phase 230V power with a 16.5-amp max. power draw
  • 2,500 CFM
  • 1" x 24" duct
  • Uses: Ideal for commercial and industrial heating applications
IDF Heater, Diesel, 200 BTU
Cat Class Code
250-3040

Indirect Fired Heater, Diesel, 200 BTU

  • Diesel Fueled
  • High Static Pressure - 150 ft of duct capability
  • Quiet operation
  • Recirculation capabilities
  • Low Amp Draw
  • Rugged design with wheels for easy movement
white towable large heater
Cat Class Code
250-3133

Indirect Heater, 1,500,000 BTU, Propane/Natural Gas Dual Fuel

  • 62L per hour propane fuel consumption/1,500 cubic feet per hour natural gas fuel consumption
  • 3-phase 208/230V hard wire power with a 36-amp max. power draw
  • 8,300 CFM
  • 1" x 24" outlet open return
  • Uses: Ideal for commercial and industrial heating applications
black heater product shot
Cat Class Code
250-2475

Indirect Heater, 400K Btu

yellow and black cone-shaped heater
Cat Class Code
250-3170

Infrared Heater, 110K Btu, Kerosene

silver circular propane vaporizer product image
Cat Class Code
250-4000

Propane Vaporizer

  • Heat propane to a higher degree, producing faster vaporization
  • United Rentals offers rentals from 500,000 BTU minimum to 10,900,000 BTU maximum
  • Fuel consumption from 2.05L per hour to 6.16L per hour
  • Trust United Rentals experts to keep your propane needs supplied in a timely manner
  • Uses: Ideal for industrial and heavier commercial applications
1 Ton 115V Heat-Pump
Cat Class Code
250-6111

1-ton Heat Pump, 115V, Electric Powered

  • Cool or heat up to 1 ton of air per hour
  • Compact footprint for limited floor space
  • Plug into a standard outlet
  • Caster wheels available to roll unit into place
110V Electric Heater
Cat Class Code
250-3428

1.5KW Portable Space Heater, 110V, Electric Powered

  • Plug into a standard outlet
  • Safe, clean and combustion-free heat
  • Ideal for residential or light commercial duty
  • Includes 10' electric cord
12 Ton Heat/AC Unit
Cat Class Code
244-2514

12-ton Portable Air Conditioner with Heat, 208V Electric Powered

  • 208V fume-free electric operation, must be hardwired by a qualified technician
  • Operates at temperatures below freezing
  • Heat or cool up to 12 tons of air per hour
  • High-efficiency and low noise
  • Uses: Ideal for heating or cooling large spaces such as jobsites, office spaces, event tents and other commercial and industrial applications
Ac heat unit
Cat Class Code
244-2515

12-ton Portable Air Conditioner with Heat, 480V Electric Powered

  • 480V fume-free electric operation, must be hardwired by a qualified technician
  • Operates at temperatures below freezing
  • Heat or cool up to 12 tons of air per hour
  • High-efficiency and low noise
  • Uses: Ideal for heating or cooling large spaces such as jobsites, office spaces, event tents and other commercial and industrial applications
Electric Heater HI Temperature Pack Shot
Cat Class Code
250-6490

150kW High-temperature Industrial Heater, 480V, Electric Powered

  • Safe, clean and combustion-free heat
  • Ducts available to pump in heat
  • Overheat protection capability
  • Maximum temperature 300 degrees Fahrenheit
Electric Heater Pack Shot
Cat Class Code
250-3443

15kW Portable Space Heater, 240V, Electric Powered

  • Quiet operation
  • Safe, clean and combustion-free heat
  • Overheat protection capability
  • Built-in cable whip
Electric Space Heater
Cat Class Code
250-3434

20kW Portable Space Heater, Electric Powered

  • Quiet operation
  • Safe, clean and combustion-free heat
  • Overheat protection capability
  • Built-in cable whip
Electric Heater Pack Shot
Cat Class Code
250-3444

30kW Portable Space Heater, Electric Powered

  • Quiet operation
  • Safe, clean and combustion-free heat
  • Overheat protection capability
  • Built-in cable whip
five ton heat pump
Cat Class Code
250-6152

5-ton Heat Pump, 208V Electric Powered

  • 208V fume-free electric operation, must be hardwired by a qualified technician
  • Internal pump with safety float for condensate water removal
  • Heat or cool up to 5 tons of air per hour
  • Caster wheels and 10' power cord included for portability
  • Uses: Ideal for heating or cooling large spaces such as jobsites, office spaces, event tents and other commercial and industrial applications
Heat Pump
Cat Class Code
250-6146

5-ton Heat Pump, 480V Electric Powered

  • 480V fume-free electric operation, must be hardwired by a qualified technician
  • Internal pump with safety float for condensate water removal
  • Heat or cool up to 5 tons of air per hour
  • Caster wheels and 10' power cord included for portability
  • Uses: Ideal for heating or cooling large spaces such as jobsites, office spaces, event tents and other commercial and industrial applications
AC w/Heat
Cat Class Code
244-3171

5-ton Portable Air Conditioner with Heat, 208V Electric Powered

  • 208V fume-free electric operation must be hardwired by a qualified technician
  • Remove up to 5 tons of heat per hour
  • High static allows for long duct setups
  • Portable A/C unit with caster wheels included for portability
  • Uses: Ideal for cooling or heating equipment rooms, offices, event spaces, outdoor jobsites and more
AC w/Heat
Cat Class Code
244-3173

5-ton Portable Air Conditioner with Heat, 480V Electric Powered

  • 480V fume-free electric operation, must be hardwired by a qualified technician
  • Remove up to 5 tons of heat per hour
  • High static allows for long duct setups
  • Portable A/C unit with caster wheels included for portability
  • Uses: Ideal for cooling or heating equipment rooms, offices, event spaces, outdoor jobsites and more
Electric Heater Pack Shot
Cat Class Code
250-6485

60kW Heater, 480V, Electric Powered

  • Unit dimensions 46" x 20" x 25"
  • Compact footprint for limited floor space
  • Overheat protection capability
  • Safe, clean and combustion-free heat
Electric Heater Pack Shot
Cat Class Code
250-6455

75kW Industrial Ductable Heater, 480V, Electric Powered

  • Unit dimensions 60" x 36" x 31"
  • Overheat protection capability
  • Supports up to 150' ducts
  • Safe, clean and combustion-free heat
Box / Tent Style Heater 175K BTU Propane/Natural Gas Direct Fired
Cat Class Code
250-3470

Box / Tent Style Heater 175K BTU Propane/Natural Gas Direct Fired

  • Standard dual fuel heater
  • Ball valve conversion between propane or natural gas
  • Direct-fired 99.97% fuel efficiency
  • High volume of air output for maximum heat distribution
  • Rugged design
  • Heavy duty wheels for easy transport
grey united rentals branded heater
Cat Class Code
250-6574

Heater Make Up Air, 4MM-4.5MM BTU

  • High discharge temperature safety shutdown and low discharge temperature protection
  • Dual-fuel capable
  • Discharge temps up to 190°F
  • Duct runs up to 400'
  • Uses: Ideal to heat large areas with low fuel-consumption costs
HEATER MAKE UP AIR 1MM-1.5MM BTU
Cat Class Code
250-6571

Heater Make-Up Air, 1MM-1.5MM BTU

  • High discharge temperature safety shutdown and low discharge temperature protection
  • Dual-fuel capable
  • Discharge temps up to 190°F
  • Duct runs up to 400'
  • Infinite fuel-consumption modulation
  • Uses: Ideal to heat large areas with low fuel-consumption costs
HEATER MAKE UP AIR 2MM-2.5MM BTU
Cat Class Code
250-6572

Heater Make-Up Air, 2MM-2.5MM BTU

  • High discharge temperature safety shutdown and low discharge temperature protection
  • Dual-fuel capable
  • Discharge temps up to 190°F
  • Duct runs up to 400'
  • Infinite fuel-consumption modulation
  • Uses: Ideal to heat large areas with low fuel-consumption costs
HEATER MAKE UP AIR 500K-600K BTU
Cat Class Code
250-6570

Heater Make-Up Air, 500K-600K BTU

  • High discharge temperature safety shutdown and low discharge temperature protection
  • Dual-fuel capable
  • Discharge temps up to 190°F
  • Duct runs up to 400'
  • Infinite fuel-consumption modulation
  • Uses: Ideal to heat large areas with low fuel-consumption costs