
Patio heater
Propane mushroom heater, propane extra
$71.50each
Cook County · Heating & cooling
Patio heater and fan rentals in River Forest, IL start at $51.70, and the typical item costs about $115.50, across 25 options from Chicago-area rental partners. Delivery to River Forest 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
18" 3-speed; 10 gal reservoir
$72.60each per day
13,200 BTU/hr
$212.30each per day
11,020 CFM
$82.50each per day
10x10 popup, misting
$110each
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 River Forest
| 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 River Forest
The village is bordered by Thatcher Woods and the Des Plaines River on the west, and the Union Pacific West line runs along Lake Street, so it is easy for guests to arrive by train. Dominican University and Concordia University Chicago also anchor the village, bringing graduation weekends and campus gatherings that need seating at scale. Campus weekends in May overlap with wedding season, so truck schedules and tent crews are often stretched across the village at once.
Deep lots allow a ceremony and dinner on one property. Plan for level ground and a clear route from the street.
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.
Dominican and Concordia season brings family gatherings and large tents. Order early in May and June.
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.
Older homes often have beautiful porches that pair well with wood or woven chairs.
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.
Forest preserve groves need a reservation from the Forest Preserves of Cook County and a short carry.
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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