Heated Jackets
Heated jackets keep your core warm on freezing starts without bulking you up, so you can still work properly in the cold and wind.
When you're on scaff, in a draughty shell, or stood around waiting on deliveries, the cold gets into you fast and slows everything down. Heated work jackets solve that with built-in heat panels and rechargeable power, so you stay warm while your arms stay free for lifting, fixing, and driving. Pick from insulated heated winter jackets, heated softshell jackets, and waterproof heated jackets, then match the battery size to how long you're out for.
What Are Heated Jackets Used For?
- Working on exposed outdoor jobs like roofing, cladding, fencing, and steelwork where wind chill cuts straight through standard layers.
- Keeping warm on cold, stop start days when you are setting out, snagging, or waiting on inspections and your body never really gets going.
- Long shifts in unheated buildings on refurbs and first fix where the temperature drops off fast once the sun goes down.
- Driving between jobs and doing early morning call outs where a battery heated jacket takes the edge off without needing the van heater on full.
- Outdoor maintenance and facilities work where you are in and out all day and need electric heated jackets you can switch up or down as you move.
Choosing the Right Heated Jackets
Sorting the right one is simple: buy it for the conditions you actually work in, then size the battery to your longest cold stint, not your best day.
1. Waterproof vs Softshell
If you are out in proper rain or kneeling on wet ground, go for waterproof heated jackets and treat them like your outer shell. If you are mostly in dry cold or moving all day, heated softshell jackets breathe better and feel less sweaty under load.
2. Insulated vs Lightweight
If you are stood around or working slow and steady, insulated heated jackets and heated winter jackets hold warmth longer and stop the chill getting in. If you are active on the tools, a lighter heated jacket with heat on demand is usually more comfortable than piling on thick layers.
3. Battery Size and Runtime
If you need heat all shift, do not gamble on the smallest pack, because high settings chew through power. For battery heated jackets, a bigger rechargeable battery gives you the option to run lower heat for longer, which is what you actually do on site once you are moving.
4. Fit for Work, Not the Mirror
If you are layering over hoodies or fleeces, size it so you can reach, lift, and drive without the hem riding up. If it is too tight across the shoulders or elbows, you will stop wearing it, heated or not.
Heated Jackets FAQs
What are heated jackets used for?
They are for keeping your core warm on cold site days without needing bulky layers. Heated jackets for tradesmen are most useful when you are outdoors in wind chill, working in unheated shells, or doing stop start tasks where you never properly warm up.
Are heated jackets waterproof?
Some are and some are not, so you need to check the jacket type, not just the fact it is heated. Waterproof heated jackets are built as an outer layer for wet weather, while many heated softshell jackets are water resistant for light showers but will wet out in proper rain.
How long do heated jackets last on one charge?
It depends on battery size and what heat setting you actually run. High heat is for short bursts and will drain quicker, while low to medium settings are what most people use for steady warmth and longer runtime, so if you need all day cover, plan on a bigger battery or a spare.
Can heated jackets be worn like normal work jackets?
Yes, you can wear them as a standard heated work jacket with the heat off, and they still work as a normal layer. Just make sure the battery pocket and cable routing are not getting crushed under a harness or tool belt, because that is what causes most day to day annoyance.
Are heated jackets safe to use all day?
Yes, for normal site use they are safe when used as intended, because they run on low voltage battery power and have controlled heat settings. The sensible rule is do not crank it on max under heavy layers all day, and always follow the care and charging instructions so the wiring and connectors stay in good nick.
Who Are Heated Jackets For on Site?
- Groundworkers, scaffolders, roofers, and landscapers who are out in the weather all day and need heated jackets for cold weather that do not restrict movement.
- Sparks, plumbers, and HVAC engineers doing first fix in cold shells where a heated work jacket keeps your core warm while you are up ladders and in cupboards.
- Site managers, surveyors, and delivery teams who spend time stood still and feel the cold quickest, especially on winter starts.
The Basics: Understanding Heated Jackets
Heated jackets are just normal work jackets with built-in heating zones powered by a rechargeable battery. The trick is using the heat to keep your core warm, not cooking yourself.
1. Heat Panels Warm Your Core First
Most heated work jackets focus heat around the chest and back, which keeps your core temperature up so your hands and arms stay usable for fixing, drilling, and handling materials.
2. Settings Control Comfort and Runtime
Higher settings are for standing still on freezing mornings, but they drain batteries faster. For heated jackets for outdoor work, you normally run a lower setting once you are moving, which lasts longer and feels more natural.
3. The Outer Fabric Still Matters
Electric heated jackets do not replace a proper shell on their own, so pick waterproof heated jackets for wet sites and insulated heated jackets for dry, bitter cold where wind gets in.
Heated Jacket Accessories That Keep You Warm All Shift
The jacket is only half the story, because batteries and charging are what decide whether you stay warm or end up back in a hoodie.
1. Spare Rechargeable Battery
A second battery stops you getting caught out mid afternoon when the temperature drops and your heated jacket goes cold, especially if you have been running higher heat on a windy job.
2. Fast Charger or Vehicle Charger
A quicker charger makes heated jackets UK winter practical, because you can top up at lunch or between call outs instead of waiting all night for the next shift.
3. Power Bank Compatible Leads and Adaptors
If your jacket runs off USB style power, the right lead and adaptor means you can use a decent power bank you already trust, rather than relying on a small pack that will not last.
Shop Heated Jackets at ITS.co.uk
Whether you need lightweight heated softshell jackets for active work or waterproof heated jackets for wet, exposed sites, we stock the full heated jackets range in the sizes and styles trades actually wear. It is all held in our own warehouse, ready for fast next day delivery so you can get warm kit on site without waiting around.
