
Patio heater
Propane mushroom heater, propane extra
$71.50each
Cook County · Heating & cooling
Patio heater and fan rentals in Summit, IL start at $51.70, and the typical item costs about $115.50, across 25 options from Chicago-area rental partners. Delivery to Summit 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
60,000 BTU battery powered; ~1300 sq ft
$67.10each per day
8,000-28,000 BTU; outdoor only
$51.70each per day
holds two 100 lb tanks
$91.30each per day
250W infrared
$119.90each 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 Summit
| 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 Summit
The community is diverse, with many backgrounds represented, and celebrations are communal: baptisms, communions, quinceañeras, graduations and weddings. Parish halls and banquet rooms nearby handle larger events, while smaller gatherings fill backyards, garages and driveways. The result is a lively calendar, with feast days, name days and quinceañeras often overlapping in a single weekend, so rentals are in demand.
Large guest counts and set loading times. Confirm table and chair needs with the venue.
Heating & cooling here: Halls are climate controlled, but outdoor smoking or cocktail areas still benefit from one or two heaters.
Compact lots mean smart layouts and stackable 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.
Formal seating and linens are common. Confirm what the hall provides before ordering extras.
Heating & cooling here: Venues often have their own fire rules for propane. Electric heaters or forced-air units outside the space may be required.
Public parks require reservations. Check with the village or park district.
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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