Heaters for Rent in Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN

United Rentals has a wide selection of portable heater rentals in Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN that are ideal for temporarily heating spaces in construction, warehousing and retail industries.

Popular heaters near Minneapolis-St. Paul

Heaters

Need a portable heater in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area?

United Rentals has a comprehensive inventory of portable and industrial heater rentals that are perfect for temporarily heating indoor or outdoor spaces. We carry a variety of temporary heater rentals, including diesel heaters, electric heaters, propane and natural gas heaters, direct-fired heaters, indirect-fired heaters and ground heaters. Our selection ranges from 1.5-kilowatt portable heaters for small spaces to 4,887,000 BTU commercial heater rentals for heavy-duty applications. We carry trusted brands like Heat Wagon, Heat King and Patron.

Browse our heater rentals online, or contact your local Minneapolis-St. Paul branch for more information about our offerings.

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Areas We Serve Near Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN

With a vast network of locations within the Minneapolis-St. Paul area, United Rentals offers extensive support wherever your next project takes you.

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • Bloomington, MN
  • Brooklyn Park, MN
  • Plymouth, MN
  • Eagan, MN
  • Maple Grove, MN
  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • Burnsville, MN
  • Minnetonka, MN
  • Shakopee, MN
  • Richfield, MN
  • Cottage Grove, MN
  • Coon Rapids, MN
  • Blaine, MN

How to Choose the Right Heater

Area Size & Heat Output (BTUs)

  • Estimate the square footage or cubic volume you need to heat, plus insulation quality, and translate that into the BTU output your heater rental needs to deliver
  • Larger or poorly insulated spaces require higher-BTU units to maintain temperature, especially in cold climates or open structures
  • Confirm your target temperature so you can size heat output with enough margin for heat loss

Application & Heat Type

  • Identify whether you need direct-fired heaters for general space heating, indirect-fired heaters where combustion byproducts can't enter the space, or ground heaters for frost protection and concrete curing
  • Use indirect-fired heaters for enclosed spaces with people or sensitive materials, amd direct-fired units for ourdoor or well-ventilated areas
  • Match heater type to your application to avoid air quality issues or damage to sensitive materials

Power Source & Ventilation

  • Confirm available power or fuel type, such as electric, propane/natural gas or diesel, and plan for heater safety requirements
  • Verify voltage, phase or fuel type, and plan run time, refueling or charging so heat isn't interrupted during critical curing or drying periods
  • Ensure adequate clearance and ventilation around the heater to operate safely and efficiently

Heater Rental Resources

Need help choosing the right portable heater?

Heater Rental FAQs

United Rentals is a leading source for equipment rentals across the Minneapolis-St. Paul area, offering a vast selection of tools and machinery for construction projects. Whether your project requires portable propane and natural gas heaters or industrial, towable diesel heaters, we have you covered with our conveniently located branches around the Minneapolis-St. Paul area. Our dedicated team of customer service representatives and HVAC specialists are committed to maximizing your uptime and ensuring project success.

Learn more about Minneapolis-St. Paul's heater offerings in our FAQ section below.

What size heater do I need (BTU)?

The size heater you need depends on the size of the area you want to heat. Generally, you need about 20 to 30 BTU of heating power for every square foot of indoor space. For poorly insulated areas or cold climates, increase this estimate to 40 or 50 BTU per square foot.

How long can diesel, propane and natural gas heaters run on a single tank of fuel?

How long a heater can run on a single tank of fuel depends on the heater's BTU output, the heat settings and the size of the fuel tank. A diesel heater can typically run 10 to 60 hours, while propane heaters can typically run 10 to 20 hours on a single tank of fuel. Natural gas heaters are connected directly to a gas line, so it can run indefinitely without refueling.

What types of heaters are best for large outdoor events?

The type of heaters that are best for outdoor events depend on the type of event. If the event is outside but underneath a tent, the best type of heater is an indirect-fired heater because it pumps fume-free heat into the tent. If the event is outside in an open space, the best heater to use is an infrared heater that directs the heat directly at people instead of trying to heat the entire space.

Explore other popular equipment rentals in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area

Air Conditioners

Temporarily cool events, construction sites, businesses and more in Minneapolis-St. Paul with industrial and portable air conditioners from United Rentals.

Boom Lifts

Access elevated areas at construction, maintenance or electrical jobsites in Minneapolis-St. Paul with United Rentals' extensive inventory of boom lift rentals.

Container Offices

Rent ground-level office containers for temporary office and storage spaces at your next construction, retail or commercial project in Minneapolis-St. Paul.

Dehumidifiers

Rent portable or industrial dehumidifers to remove excess moisture and improve air quality at construction sites, warehouses, businesses and more in Minneapolis-St. Paul.

Excavators

Rent excavators for heavy-duty digging, backfilling, clearing and trenching work at your next construction or road improvement project in Minneapolis-St. Paul.

Forklifts

Move and lift heavy materials for your next construction, manufacturing or warehouse project in Minneapolis-St. Paul with our large inventory of forklift rentals.

Generators

Rent portable gas or diesel generators from United Rentals to power equipment and tools at your next event or construction site in Minneapolis-St. Paul.

Porta Potties

Rent from United Rentals' large inventory of portable toilets in Minneapolis-St. Paul for outdoor venues like construction sites, festivals, concerts or sporting events.

Scissor Lifts

Access hard-to-reach areas at indoor or outdoor construction sites in Minneapolis-St. Paul with our inventory of electic and rough terrain scissor lifts.

Skid Steers

Rent a skid steer from United Rentals for medium-duty digging, grading and trenching work in construction projects in Minneapolis-St. Paul.

Storage Containers

Temporarily store tools, equipment, supplies and more for your next project in Minneapolis-St. Paul with storage container solutions from United Rentals.

Temporary Fencing

Keep your construction site or event in Minneapolis-St. Paul safe and secure with temporary fencing, barricades and traffic safety equipment from United Rentals.

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