
Patio heater
Propane mushroom heater, propane extra
$71.50each
Lake County · Heating & cooling
Patio heater and fan rentals in Gurnee, IL start at $51.70, and the typical item costs about $115.50, across 25 options from Chicago-area rental partners. Delivery to Gurnee 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 Gurnee
| 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 Gurnee
That mix shapes the event calendar. Corporate meetings and team outings use nearby hotels and banquet spaces, while families host graduation parties, quinceaneras, christenings and backyard weddings in the subdivisions off Route 21 and Delany Road. Warren Township High School grads and their extended families make late May and June especially busy. Events in Gurnee range from small family dinners to crowds of 150 or more, and the right seating plan starts with an honest headcount.
Many corporate and wedding receptions use ballrooms near I-94. Ask what the venue provides and what you need to bring.
Heating & cooling here: Venues often have their own fire rules for propane. Electric heaters or forced-air units outside the space may be required.
Larger lots in Gurnee neighborhoods work well for tented graduation parties and ceremonies with 80 to 150 guests.
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.
Lake County Forest Preserves sites along the Des Plaines River have their own permit rules. Check with the forest preserve district first.
Heating & cooling here: Many parks restrict open-flame and propane heaters, so ask the park district before you rely on them.
The Gurnee Park District's parks host family reunions and parties. Confirm reservation hours and tent policies.
Heating & cooling here: Many parks restrict open-flame and propane heaters, so ask the park district before you rely on them.
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.
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