Portable Heaters & Fans · Arlington, TX
Where Can I Rent Patio Heaters for an Outdoor Event?
Family owned since 1959 · 1010 W. Division St., Arlington, TX 76012
Quick Answer
Moore Rental Service in Arlington, TX rents radiant propane patio heaters for $95 per day, a cabinet-style radiant patio heater for $112.50, and an 85,000 BTU forced-air propane heater for $50 per day. Evaporative cooling fans run $65 to $100 for the warm months. Propane is not included. Call (817) 277-1141 to reserve.
- Radiant Patio Heater
- $95 / day • $380 / week
- Cabinet Radiant Heater
- $112.50 / day • $450 / week
- Forced Air 85K BTU
- $50 / day • $200 / week
- Evaporative Cooler
- from $65 / day
Radiant propane patio heaters from $95 a day for cool evenings, forced-air propane heaters at $50 for job sites, and evaporative coolers from $65 for the other nine months of the year.
Radiant for People, Forced Air for Spaces
The two kinds of heater solve different problems, and using the wrong one outdoors wastes both propane and money.
Radiant patio heaters — the tall mushroom-style units at $95 a day and the cabinet style at $112.50 — warm people and objects directly with infrared, the way sunshine does. They do not try to heat the air, which is why they work outdoors where the air simply blows away. This is the correct choice for a wedding reception under a tent, a restaurant patio, an outdoor ceremony or a December company party. Each unit covers a radius of roughly 10 to 12 feet, so plan on one per seating cluster rather than one for a whole space.
The 85,000 BTU forced-air propane heater at $50 a day is a different animal: it blows hot air, and it is built for job sites, garages, workshops and construction spaces where you are warming an enclosed volume rather than a group of people. It is loud, it moves a lot of air, and it is not something you want near a dinner table.
The rule of thumb: if people are sitting still outdoors, take radiant. If you are trying to make an unheated workspace usable, take forced air.
The Other Nine Months: Cooling
Evaporative coolers — $65 to $100 / day
Hessaire MC37M at $65, MC61M at $85 and MC92 at $100. These cool by evaporating water into moving air, which works genuinely well in dry Texas heat and much less well in humidity. Best for shaded outdoor areas, garages and open workshops.
High-velocity drum fans — $45 / day
36-inch and 42-inch units that move serious volumes of air. They do not lower temperature, but moving air across skin makes a real difference to how a tent or a shop feels.
Versa mist fan — $70 / day
An 18-inch three-speed fan with a 10-gallon reservoir that adds a fine mist to the airflow. Effective on a patio or an outdoor event in genuine North Texas summer heat.
One caution on evaporative cooling: it adds humidity. In an enclosed space with no ventilation the effect fades as the air saturates, so these want airflow through the space, not a sealed room.
Propane, Placement and Safety
- Propane is not included. Bring a filled tank or arrange to buy one. A patio heater on a standard 20-pound tank runs roughly 8 to 10 hours on a medium setting, so a single tank covers one evening event with margin — but a second tank is cheap insurance against running out during dinner.
- Never operate a propane heater indoors or in an enclosed tent. This is the one that hurts people. Combustion consumes oxygen and produces carbon monoxide. A tent with the sides down is an enclosed space. Keep sides open and maintain real ventilation.
- Clearance above and around. Radiant heaters throw heat upward as well as outward. Keep them clear of tent fabric, awnings, string lighting and overhanging branches, and follow the clearances on the unit.
- Stable, level footing. A tall patio heater is top-heavy and North Texas wind is not gentle. Set them on level ground and weight the bases if it is breezy.
- Keep them out of walkways. The surfaces get genuinely hot. Position heaters at the edges of seating areas rather than in the traffic path, and keep children away.
- Book early for the cold snap. When a North Texas front comes through in December or January, every patio heater in the metroplex is spoken for within hours. If you have a date, reserve ahead of the forecast.
Equipment & Rental Rates
| Equipment | 4 Hour | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|
| HEATER CABINET RADIANT PATIO PROPANE | — | $112.50 | $450.00 |
HEATER RADIANT PATIO PROPANE
|
— | $95.00 | $380.00 |
HEATER FORCED AIR PROPANE 85K
|
— | $50.00 | $200.00 |
FAN EVAPORATIVE COOLER MC92 HESSAIRE
|
— | $100.00 | $400.00 |
FAN EVAPORATIVE COOLER MC61M HESSAIRE
|
— | $85.00 | $340.00 |
FAN EVAPORATIVE COOLER MC37M HESSAIRE
|
— | $65.00 | $260.00 |
FAN VERSA MIST 18" 3 SPEED 10 GALLON
|
— | $70.00 | $280.00 |
FAN DRUM HIGH VELOCITY 36"
|
— | $45.00 | $180.00 |
FAN HIGH VELOCITY DRUM 42"
|
— | $45.00 | $180.00 |
Rates shown are from the Moore Rental Service catalog and are subject to change. Tax, damage waiver and delivery are not included. Call (817) 277-1141 to confirm current pricing and availability.
Where We Rent: Arlington and the Surrounding DFW Cities
Moore Rental Service has operated from 1010 W. Division St., Arlington, TX 76012 as a family-owned business since 1959. Customers pick up equipment here and put it to work across Arlington, Mansfield, Grand Prairie, Hurst, Euless, Bedford, North Richland Hills and Fort Worth, along with the surrounding Dallas / Fort Worth Metroplex.
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How Renting From Moore Rental Service Works
Call and Reserve
Tell us what the job is, not just what machine you think you need. Call (817) 277-1141 and we will confirm availability and hold the equipment for your date.
Pick Up or Have It Delivered
Come by 1010 W. Division St. in Arlington, or ask about delivery. Every renter gets a full walkthrough of the controls, safe operation and shutdown before leaving.
Get the Job Done
Rent by the two-hour block, four-hour block, day or week, whichever fits the work. Questions mid-job? Call us — we would rather answer than have you guess.
Bring It Back
Return the equipment during store hours and you are done. No membership, no subscription, no long-term commitment.
Renting Patio Heaters in Arlington — Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to rent a patio heater in Arlington, TX?
A radiant propane patio heater is $95 per day or $380 per week, and the cabinet-style radiant heater is $112.50 per day or $450 per week. An 85,000 BTU forced-air propane heater is $50 per day. Rates are subject to change — call (817) 277-1141.
How many patio heaters do I need for an outdoor event?
Each radiant unit warms a radius of roughly 10 to 12 feet, so plan one per seating cluster rather than one for the whole area. For a reception of 60 to 80 guests spread across a patio or tent, three or four units is a realistic number.
Is propane included with the heater rental?
No — bring a filled tank or arrange to buy one. A patio heater runs roughly 8 to 10 hours on a standard 20-pound tank at a medium setting, which covers an evening event with margin. Bring a second tank anyway; running out mid-dinner is not recoverable.
Can I use a propane patio heater inside a tent?
Only with the sides open and genuine ventilation. A tent with the sides down is an enclosed space, and propane combustion consumes oxygen and produces carbon monoxide. Never operate one indoors, in a garage, or in a closed tent under any circumstances.
What is the difference between a radiant and a forced air heater?
Radiant heaters warm people and objects directly with infrared, which is why they work outdoors where heated air just blows away. Forced-air heaters warm the air itself and suit enclosed job sites, garages and workshops. For guests sitting outside, always radiant.
Do evaporative coolers actually work in Texas heat?
In dry heat, yes — genuinely well. They cool by evaporating water into moving air, so they perform best on low-humidity days and in shaded or ventilated spaces. In humid conditions or a sealed room the effect drops off sharply, and a high-velocity drum fan may serve you better.
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Call Moore Rental Service and talk to someone who knows the equipment. We have been renting to homeowners, contractors and event hosts across Arlington and the DFW Metroplex since 1959 — tell us about the job and we will make sure you leave with the right gear.
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