DIY coop heater

TomK · Post by **TomK** » Mon Dec 26, 2016 12:59 pm

For those of you with electricity to the coop..

http://davenaves.com/blog/interests-pro ... op-heater/

Seems like a safe system using thermal mass...thoughts?

Eggsaggerate · Post by **Eggsaggerate** » Mon Dec 26, 2016 8:35 pm

I have used this setup for 2 years. I use 25 W bulbs and switch them out for 40W when it is really cold (lower than -15 in the barn). I put small black rubber dishes on top of the concrete block/tiles as I found the fountains I use in the summer still freeze. I am very careful to ensure no shavings can get into the cement block.