DR Infrared Heater DR-975 7500W Garage Heater: Can It Heat Your Whole Workshop in 2026?
The DR-975 delivers serious 7500W heating power for garages and workshops at a competitive price per watt. Professional installation is required for the 240V hardwired connection.
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Our Verdict
This heater is built for garages and workshops. It delivers 7500 watts of heating power. That covers over 750 square feet quickly.
Installing it requires a dedicated 240V circuit. You need an electrician and 8 AWG copper wire. It cannot plug into a standard wall outlet.
The remote thermostat sets temperatures from 50 to 85 degrees. Five louvers aim heat exactly where you need it. Overheat protection shuts it down if temperatures spike.
This heater lacks a timer and Wi-Fi controls. Running 7500 watts daily can cost up to $1,400 per year. Plan your usage to keep electricity costs in check.
At $240 for 7500 watts, the price per watt is just $0.032. That is competitive for this power level. Few hardwired garage heaters match this output at this price.
What We Like
- Outputs 7500 watts to heat over 750 square feet of garage or workshop space fast.
- Remote thermostat adjusts temperature from 50 to 85 degrees without leaving your seat.
- Mounts on walls or ceilings to keep floors clear in busy work areas.
- Five adjustable louvers aim heat directly at your work zone.
- UL and CUL listed with built-in overheat protection for added safety.
What Could Be Better
- Requires hardwired 240V installation with 8 AWG copper wire, needing a licensed electrician.
- No built-in timer to automatically shut the heater off after a set number of hours.
- No oscillation to spread heat evenly across wide open spaces.
- No Wi-Fi or smart home app control for remote scheduling.
- Running costs run high at full 7500W, potentially up to $1,400 per year with daily use.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about DR. INFRARED HEATER NEW Upgraded DR-975 7500-Watt 240-Volt Hardwired Shop Garage Electric Heater, Wall/Ceiling Mounted with Remote Controlled Thermostat White
How much space can this heater warm?
At 7500 watts, this heater can warm roughly 750 square feet of garage or workshop space. It works best in enclosed, insulated areas.
Does it need a special electrical setup?
Yes. It requires a dedicated 240V circuit and must be hardwired using 8 AWG copper wire. A licensed electrician should handle the installation.
Can I control the temperature from across the room?
Yes. The included remote control adjusts the thermostat between 50 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit without walking to the unit.
Does it shut off automatically?
It has overheat protection that shuts it off if it gets too hot. It does not have a programmable timer for scheduled auto-shutoff after a set number of hours.
Can this heater be used outdoors?
No. The specifications list this as an indoor-only unit. It is not rated for outdoor or wet environments.
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