Will this green house last through snow? If i have a heater inside will it melt the snow and survive?
1359848
I don't know, we live in Florida, my husband says place a 4x4 vertically 2 feet into the ground inside the greenhouse, in the very center with a 2x4 on top on end with the crown up and attach it to the center tubing from front to back, this would give the roof additional strength. We placed space heaters inside, they did a good job, no snow though. You could also get nursery grade tarp and place it over the greenhouse, it will help keep the heat inside.
1359849
I live in the Mississippi Delta , Snow is rare however our winter brought snow and ice with 2in accumulation and i had to knock the snow and ice off ! I do not have heaters in mine.
1359850
David Ihad 2 inches of snow this year and it handled it well as far as the heater it did not melt the snow off of it but it took little effort to knock the snow off with a broom,it slid off very easily. we had temps here down in the teens (north central texas) and we used a radiator heater and a heat lamp and all of the plants we had survived. I hope this was of some help. Curtis G. meridian,tx
1251177
I doubt it will survive long in extreme temps, especially if exposed directly to the elements. The wood is not solid enough to withstand the expansion and contraction of the wood around the smaller screws. This hutch is better suited for indoor or warmer conditions.
1678027
Electricity and water do not mix so a little common sense is in order here... The genny will produce heat which will melt the snow. Best to keep it sheltered from the snow. I run mine on the porch, as far away from windows and doors to prevent CO poisoning. My neighbor runs his in a shed with the doors open.
1044243
Nope no trouble with the heating unit! Had mine for two years in Oklahoma and we get some COLD winters. Had inches of snow on the cover and it kept on going just fine! As far as to what comes with this i'd honestly look all around the internet if you know what I mean. I THINK the one here is the base model and it'd come with the cover, basic lighting with changeable lenses to change the color, and probably not steps as I think thats an extra. If you order on other sites like wayfair or walmart you can find it with an ozonator, LED lighting (LOVE mine), the steps, and an extra filter. I HIGHLY recommend getting one with the ozonator. Helps keep it a lot more sanitary with less chemicals.
1919652
I was using a Mr heater and just wasn't enough on real cold days. I don't leave it up for the winter but last spring had some heavy snows. I changed to a kerosene heater to keep heat up and had a fan for circulation of air. Snow would slide off as long as heat was on .. cost way to much to try and heat for winter for me..
266249
I bought mine to heat my green house and I have had no problems with it although there is a little rust and the caster's are very rusty, but I did have a misting system in the greenhouse so a little water would get on it.
1334770
We live up in the mountains in colo. & we used it for a green house this summer & its still up . it is about 24F & lots of snow so we went out to check it out for you & its very bendable still in good shape hope this helps you out .
556723
I have 1200 sq feet and it does the job. I keep it in center of my home and while the living room and kitchen are nice and toasty the outer rooms are a bit cooler. That would be on the lowest setting. On that low setting a 20 lb tank will last me five days. Yes it has a blower but if the power goes down the unit still works vary well. I have not been sorry that I bought this heater. It has been a good preformer. I would add that I live in the mountains of Arizona and we see our fair share of snow and cold but in my home I am cozy and warm.
1629843
I would assume it would be fine, our pump did not make it through the winter very well. We haven't uncovered the pond yet and I don't know if the problem is that my daughter neglected to put the heater in or not so I don't think anything survived the horrible winter. Sorry, I am not much help to you.
1678026
I don't advise it, snow turns to water when it hits a warm engine and generator. If it gets into the electronic parts I'm sure it will do damage or short out. I live in Rhode Island and I just made a 50 foot 4 prong cord so that I can put the generator in my shed during the blizzard that we are having now. So far the power has not gone out but I'm ready if it does. If you don't have a shed close buy, you can build a enclosure for it. Search YouTube there are some good ideas. I believe if the power is going to go out it usually is going to be severe weather conditions so you need to protect the generator from the elements. If you build one make sure it has a fan inside to get air flo. Hope this helps. I don't advise it, snow turns to water when it hits a warm engine and generator. If it gets into the electronic parts I'm sure it will do damage or short out. I live in Rhode Island and I just made a 50 foot 4 prong cord so that I can put the generator in my shed during the blizzard that we are having now. So far the power has not gone out but I'm ready if it does. If you don't have a shed close buy, you can build a enclosure for it. Search YouTube there are some good ideas. I believe if the power is going to go out it usually is going to be severe weather conditions so you need to protect... » Read More I don't advise it, snow turns to water when it hits a warm engine and generator. If it gets into the electronic parts I'm sure it will do damage or short out. I live in Rhode Island and I just made a 50 foot 4 prong cord so that I can put the generator in my shed during the blizzard that we are having now. So far the power has not gone out but I'm ready if it does. If you don't have a shed close buy, you can build a enclosure for it. Search YouTube there are some good ideas. I believe if the power is going to go out it usually is going to be severe weather conditions so you need to protect the generator from the elements. If you build one make sure it has a fan inside to get air flo. Hope this helps. « Show Less
1011681
I don't really know because I am not using it outside, but I think it might freeze up if it is not too sunny during the winter. I think you probably need something with a heater or that has constant power so it runs continuously.
986240
I'm not sure if it would or not. This will be my first winter with it. What I plan on doing is putting in my garage with a space heater. I live in Florida and winters are nowhere as cold as your. Heating pads in the green house might help. There are company's out there that have heating pads for green houses like ours.
1656616
I use mine year round, including winters in the Uintah mountains. It does hold up under snow and heavy winds. The only reason I wouldn't classify it as a 4 season tent is because it's not insulated. If you're worried about keeping heat in, a big tarp over the entire thing does a great job. Also, I have pitched another smaller tent inside before, but it's only good for sleeping and you lose a lot of area inside.
491185
As I bought mine a few weeks ago, I don't have a full winter's use of it, yet. We've had very cold weather and relatively lots of snow in southern New Jersey. It's done the job. I put a water-resistant cover where the heater's plug connects with the extension cord. The less expensive deicers I've had in the past haven't lasted more than 2 winters, but this one seems much sturdier.
1836034
I am not sure mine is indoors> I think it could handle the heat or cold. just not the rain or snow
1118990
I have had no problems with my heater. I used it last winter with no problems. I put it in my birdbath about 2 weeks ago and it works great. You do have to be sure that it is laying flat and is covered with water. This can be a little tricky to get it to lay flat. Be sure to keep it covered with water.
584870
Yes. I have had it out all winter long. Lots and lots of snow and ice here no issue at all. It handled it beautifully. It's a wonderful item. No problems with it.