How Anaheim Hills Golf Club Transformed Their Patio with Infratech Electric Patio Heaters
Anaheim Hills Golf Club has been a favorite spot for golfers in Orange County for over 50 years. With beautiful tree-lined fairways, amazing food, and top-notch service, it’s more than just a place to golf—it's a destination for dining, celebrations, and unforgettable experiences.
Whether it’s a casual lunch after a round of golf or a big event like a wedding or business retreat, the club is built to deliver comfort, elegance, and hospitality. But even in sunny Southern California, the weather doesn’t always cooperate—especially on chilly evenings.
That’s why when it came time for a patio remodel, the team at Anaheim Hills knew they needed a smart way to keep guests comfortable year-round without compromising on style. The answer? High-performance, sleek-looking electric patio heaters from Infratech.
In this blog, we’ll take a closer look at how Anaheim Hills Golf Club expanded their outdoor space, solved their heating challenge with horizontal heaters, and created a patio that’s just as inviting as the view.
The Club That Does It All
Anaheim Hills Golf Club isn’t just known for great golf. It’s also one of Southern California’s go-to spots for special events and high-quality dining.
In a typical week, you might find people gathering on the grounds for everything from wedding receptions and business meetings to graduation parties, bar mitzvahs, and quinceañeras. And for guests looking to enjoy a quiet meal, the club’s restaurant serves up delicious food with a side of stunning hillside scenery.
The patio plays a huge role in that experience. It’s the best place to soak in the views while enjoying a bite or drink with friends and family. But with limited space and unpredictable temperatures during certain months, the patio wasn’t reaching its full potential.
The club’s management team wanted to do something about it.
They saw an opportunity to expand the patio, increase the number of seats, and make the space more functional and comfortable, no matter the weather. But it had to be done right. That meant investing in high-quality materials, furnishings, and heating equipment that aligned with the club’s polished, welcoming atmosphere.
So they planned a remodel with three main goals:
- Create a more inviting outdoor space where guests could relax and enjoy the views.
- Increase seating to accommodate larger events and more restaurant guests.
- Keep the patio comfortable throughout the year, even when the temperature drops.
And the key to making that third goal a reality? Infratech’s electric horizontal patio heaters.
The Right Fit – Infratech Electric Patio Heaters
When Anaheim Hills Golf Club started searching for the right patio heater, they knew they needed something more than just heat. They needed a solution that was effective, energy-efficient, and stylish enough to match their brand.
That’s exactly what they found with Infratech electric patio heaters.
Infratech heaters are known throughout the hospitality industry for their sleek look and powerful performance. And because they mount overhead in a horizontal position, they stay out of the way while evenly distributing radiant heat across the patio—without taking up valuable floor space.
For Anaheim Hills, this was the perfect fit.
Why Electric Patio Heaters?
Electric patio heaters offer several advantages in hospitality settings like restaurants, clubs, and hotels:
- Convenient and easy to operate - Infratech heaters are easy for residents to turn off and on
- Silent operation – No noise, no distractions—just comfort
- Low maintenance – No fuel tanks to refill or gas lines to monitor
- Eco-friendly – Energy-efficient and clean
- Precise control – Easy to adjust based on the weather or time of day
Plus, since they’re installed overhead, they free up valuable floor space, making it easier for staff and guests to move around.
The Power of Horizontal Heaters
Anaheim Hills chose to go with horizontal heaters because of how well they blend into the structure of the patio. By mounting the heaters above the seating areas, the club could provide even, consistent heat across the patio, without bulky equipment getting in the way.
Horizontal heaters are ideal for open-air spaces with overhead beams or patio covers. And thanks to Infratech’s design flexibility, they can be angled and spaced to provide heat exactly where it’s needed.
With over a dozen heaters installed, Anaheim Hills can now heat different zones on their patio based on need. This zoning system saves energy and ensures that guests are only heated when and where they need it.
A Custom Look to Match the Club’s Style
Style matters at Anaheim Hills Golf Club. So instead of sticking with the standard black or stainless steel finishes, the team opted for a custom bronze color, which is a shade that matched their patio furniture and overall color scheme perfectly.
The ability to customize the heater’s finish color was a major factor in their decision to go with Infratech heaters. As Brian, the club’s Director of Food and Beverage, put it:
“If we were stuck with just black or stainless steel, we might not have moved forward with the project. This is why we decided to go with Infratech Heaters.”
With custom color options, sleek lines, and zero noise, these electric patio heaters deliver on all fronts: performance, elegance, and energy savings.
Powerful and Flexible Heating with the WD-4024
To meet the needs of their expanded patio space, Anaheim Hills Golf Club selected one of the most powerful and reliable options in Infratech’s lineup: the WD-4024 dual-element horizontal patio heater.
This model checked every box for the club: high heat output, energy efficiency, flexibility, and style.
What Makes the WD-4024 Special?
The WD-4024 is a dual-element heater, meaning it contains two quartz infrared heating elements instead of one. This design allows it to produce more heat over a wider area compared to single-element models. It’s an ideal choice for commercial spaces like restaurants, golf clubs, and resort patios.
Key specs of the WD-4024 patio heater:
- Width: 39 inches
- Mounting height: 8 to 10 feet
- Coverage area: Heats approximately 8 to 10 square feet
- Warranty: 3-year warranty
- Made in the USA
This heater provides the kind of dependable warmth needed for chilly mornings, breezy evenings, and everything in between.
Dual Element Heaters Give You More Control
One of the standout features of a dual-element heater like the WD-4024 is that it can operate in two power modes. For those cooler nights when you need maximum heat, both elements can run at full power. But if it’s only mildly chilly, the system allows you to turn on just one element, cutting the energy use in half while still providing comfortable warmth.
That’s a major win for hospitality businesses looking to control their energy costs without sacrificing guest comfort.
Smart Installation with AEI Support
Installing over a dozen heaters on a single patio isn’t a small task. Anaheim Hills Golf Club consulted with AEI and brought in licensed contractors to get the job done right.
Fortunately, AEI makes installation planning easy. The team at AEI provided detailed documentation for the heaters, outlining electrical requirements, mounting angles, and safety clearances. That made it simple for the professionals on-site to plan the layout, wire the heaters safely, and install them efficiently.
Anaheim Hills also worked directly with AEI to plan the optimal layout, including the distance between each heater, mounting heights, and control system placement.
Custom Control for Every Occasion
With multiple heaters across the extended patio, the club needed a way to control each heater zone individually. That way, they could heat only the areas in use whether it was a couple enjoying lunch or a large party hosting an evening event.
AEI helped configure the best custom control system for the patio space, giving staff members the ability to easily adjust heater output depending on the time of day, guest count, or weather conditions.
It’s this level of precision and flexibility that makes Infratech heaters such a smart investment for upscale hospitality venues.
Results & Takeaways for Hospitality Businesses
The patio remodel at Anaheim Hills Golf Club was more than just an upgrade—it was a strategic investment in guest comfort, visual appeal, and revenue potential. And thanks to the thoughtful selection of Infratech electric patio heaters, that investment is paying off.
A Patio Guests Want to Use—Year Round
With the new WD-4024 heaters installed, the club now offers a warm and welcoming patio environment all year long. Whether it’s a cool fall evening or an early spring breakfast, guests can enjoy their time outside without worrying about the weather.
This added comfort means the patio is in constant use, increasing the overall capacity of the restaurant and allowing the club to host more events, more often.
Increased Seating Equals Increased Revenue
The remodel added seating for over 100 additional guests. That’s not just more tables—it’s more meals served, more drinks poured, and more opportunities to delight members and event hosts alike.
For hospitality business owners, this shows the real value of investing in high-quality outdoor heating—it’s not just about warmth, it’s about maximizing your space and improving the guest experience.
Stylish and Seamless Integration
Because the club chose a custom bronze finish for their heaters, the final look is clean and cohesive. The heaters blend in with the patio’s existing design and structure, helping the club maintain the elevated aesthetic its members expect.
As Brian, the Director of Food and Beverage, noted:
“The view is a big deal for us, which is why we invested in heaters, furniture, and extending the club deck by 20 feet.”
“They [the heaters] look fantastic and have been working great.”
“If we were stuck with just black or stainless steel, we might not have moved forward with the project. This is why we decided to go with Infratech Heaters.”
Conclusion: Style, Warmth, and Smart Planning
Anaheim Hills Golf Club wanted to take their outdoor space to the next level—and they did it with a smart combination of expanded seating, elegant design, and Infratech electric patio heaters.
By installing energy-efficient horizontal heaters with custom finishes and zone control, they’ve created a patio that’s as functional as it is beautiful.
For hospitality business owners—whether you run a restaurant, golf club, resort, or event space—this project is a great example of how the right heaters can turn a good patio into a great one. One that works year-round, keeps guests happy, and enhances your bottom line.
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