will the unit heat a 1000 sq ft basement
1876601
I don't think the unit will heat 1,000 sq ft very well. We use two of these heaters to heat 512 sq ft / 8' tall and it takes about 45 minutes. We are in the panhandle of Florida so we don't see extreme cold tempratures.
1876602
The rule of thumb normally used to calculate wattage needed for electric heaters is 10 watts per square ft with a 8 to 10 ft ceiling in a finished insulated to(R-30) area
1283453
It only heats a very small space like a 150 sq ft room. I would not use it for sole source heat. We use ours to supplement a natural gas furnace and move it around to areas we are in during the day. It has a built in thermostat which turns the unit off and on. I would not recommend having it running if you are not present.
60846
It appears to me that the unit heats an area of square footage. Its not directional.
1806778
I don't believe so. This unit's heat comes slow and steady. A 10x12 room would heat in an hour. I don't believe the heated air would spread. I think it would dissipate.
850679
Yes. I have a 2600 square ft hm. It heats the whole house..as a back up. Even upstairs.
681420
It should cover up to 3000 sq. ft . But I've found that to be the case only if it's all on the same floor and if it's all fairly open space. I've always had a seperate unit for the basement area , but that's just my preference. I did not feel it was as effective as I would like otherwise.
143256
altho the unit has been a "steady eddie" it is slow and not big enough to handle my basement. If you have a large area I would get a larger model the dementions seem right in prior answer
495531
This unit, like all infrared heaters, are only intended to be supplimental heat. That being said, i have been able to heat the whole 2nd floor of my cape. Its a large cape, so we're talking roughly 900sqft. Just make sure you consider where you run the unit in relation to the thermostat.
1670810
Hi, we are using it in our basement, which is 500 sq ft. It seems to be doing the job ok. No problems yet.
776283
Our room in the basement is approximately 20x25 and it heats it very well. It pretty much helps the whole basement (700 sqft) feel warmer. I love it!
314076
Forget @ using any of these units for heat. Look up an amp meter chart etc., compare what you heater will draw and divide the 1000 W and you will see the heater won't run for half an hour...a hair dryer will kill it quickly. This is strictly for lights, etc. Save it for medical equipment etc. in extended outages... maybe an occasional microwave use , etc. Even a computer charge will run it down. Be Careful how you use it. Also you can save a lot of power by using only lamps with the new twisted looking lamp bulbs .. Thet use @ 1/3 the power. Save the power for a quick sump pump need nothing continuous except lights. For heat, look into a small wall natural gas heater ( if you have gas heat ) @ $300. will heat 1000 sq feet quite well. Get a warm coat and blankets if the power may be out for days or you will be w/o lights too. Otherwise geta generator..note most condos won't allow them
344102
I have 832 sq ft on a the 1st level and 512 sq ft upstairs in a well insulated outbuilding (Michigan). My unit is 60,000 BTU, in my 2nd winter and doing fine.
1956968
It will work but I usually associate 1HP with the 100 sq/ft filter. It sounds like you may have more pump than you need for 10,000 gallons.
776281
Currently it is heating a 300 sq ft office. Its works really well. It can probably heat rooms that are larger.
1055407
I have had this unit for 2 years. I am very satisfied with it in regards to noise and heat distribution. I have it in my basement covering approx. 300 square feet. The unit is quiet and does not get hot on the outside. I would recommend.
695570
I can not answer for the 1100,mine is a 500. I do not have a problem with heat with my 500 for what I use it for. There is a fan inside the unit I would think it would take care of your unit.
2034976
i use it to heat a 1,000 ft first floor of a house. no insulation, but i have walls . i think it will do the trick. i also use ceiling fans to bring the heat down. i live in cleveland warmer than your weather