
Patio heater
Propane mushroom heater, propane extra
$71.50each
South Side · Heating & cooling
Patio heater and fan rentals in Chatham, Chicago start at $51.70, and the typical item costs about $115.50, across 25 options from Chicago-area rental partners. Delivery to Chatham is priced per order, usually $150 to $400 depending on distance, stairs and timing, and one free itemized quote covers delivery, setup and pickup.


Propane mushroom heater, propane extra
$71.50each

Indirect-fired, heats 800-1,000 sq ft, fuel extra
$181.50each
group: Buffet Service Equipment
$115.50each
group: Buffet Service Equipment
$137.50each
170,000 BTU forced air; propane/natural gas
$266.20each per day
40,000 BTU; needs 20 lb tank (not included)
$133.10each per day
Prices are based on local rental companies' published rates plus our booking fee. Your final quote is confirmed by the rental company for your date and venue.
Planning for Chatham
| Guests | You will need about |
|---|---|
| 50 guests | 5 patio heaters (or 1 tent heater per 800 sq ft) |
| 100 guests | 9 patio heaters (or 1 tent heater per 800 sq ft) |
| 150 guests | 13 patio heaters (or 1 tent heater per 800 sq ft) |
| 200 guests | 17 patio heaters (or 1 tent heater per 800 sq ft) |
Want exact counts for your floor plan? Try the seating planner or see what heating & cooling cost in Chicago.
Celebrating in Chatham
The 79th Street corridor and Cottage Grove Avenue carry the main business strips, and the Red Line's 79th Street stop gets guests in from across the city. Churches here are large and active, hosting weddings, anniversaries and community dinners, and many families hold graduation open houses at home. Nearby parks and the lakefront are a short drive away for outdoor photos.
Backyards are the workhorse of Chatham entertaining, usually reached via an alley behind the lot. We ask about alley width, gate size and yard slope, and we plan for the type of party, from a 40-person cookout to a 150-guest tented reception. Send your date and guest count to get started. A short call usually settles it: your date, your headcount, the yard layout and what time the family wants to start.
Graduation open houses and birthdays with tents and many tables.
Heating & cooling here: Propane patio heaters need clearance from tent walls, trees and eaves. Plan one heater per 10 to 12 guests on a cold night.
Large congregations host weddings, anniversaries and repasts.
Heating & cooling here: Halls are climate controlled, but outdoor smoking or cocktail areas still benefit from one or two heaters.
Neighborhood events, sometimes with street closures arranged through the city.
Heating & cooling here: Venues often have their own fire rules for propane. Electric heaters or forced-air units outside the space may be required.
Along 79th and 87th Streets for receptions and fundraisers.
Heating & cooling here: Halls are climate controlled, but outdoor smoking or cocktail areas still benefit from one or two heaters.
How to plan
One mushroom patio heater per 15-20 guests, spaced about 10-15 feet apart.
Close the sidewalls and use forced-air heaters, about 1 per 800-1,000 sq ft.
Propane and diesel are usually billed separately by what you use.
FAQ
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