
Patio heater
Propane mushroom heater, propane extra
$71.50each
North Side · Heating & cooling
Patio heater and fan rentals in Lakeview, Chicago start at $51.70, and the typical item costs about $115.50, across 25 options from Chicago-area rental partners. Delivery to Lakeview 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
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
80,000 BTU forced air; needs 100 lb tank (extra fee)
$185.90each per day
40,000 BTU; 20 lb tank not included
$146.30each 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 Lakeview
| 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 Lakeview
Timing matters here in a way it doesn't elsewhere. On Cubs home game days the streets around Wrigley Field fill quickly and some get restricted, so a delivery window that's easy on a Tuesday can turn tricky on a Saturday afternoon in July. We'll check the schedule against your date and plan arrival times that avoid the worst of it.
Compact yards behind multi-unit buildings, typically accessed from the alley or a gangway.
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.
Common on condo buildings and renovated homes, with lake breezes and limited square footage.
Heating & cooling here: Rooftops get windy and cold quickly after sunset. Heaters rated for wind, with weighted bases, are a must.
Parish and congregation halls that host receptions, showers and community celebrations.
Heating & cooling here: Halls are climate controlled, but outdoor smoking or cocktail areas still benefit from one or two heaters.
Private rooms along Southport and Broadway used for birthdays and rehearsal dinners.
Heating & cooling here: Venues often have their own fire rules for propane. Electric heaters or forced-air units outside the space may be required.
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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