ktlady
In the Brooder
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Just looking for more input. I am in Anchorage, AK and want to make sure my flock of 5 chickens has the best chance of doing well this winter. I have an insulated, wired, ventilated 4x4 coop with an attached 8x4 covered run. I am planning to wrap the run in 6 mil plastic to give the girls more protection from the wind and hopefully encourage them to get out of the coop this winter. I already have an outlet that is temperature-controlled (on at 0 F, off at 10 F) in the hopes of decreasing fire risk/overheating. Just can't decide what to plug into it to keep the coop warm.
I've read decent reviews on the "Premier Heat Lamp," which claims to be safer than a standard heat lamp, but using a heat lamp at all makes me nervous. I'm also considering the "Cozy Products Chicken Coop Heater," but some reviews claim it produces no heat while others say it gets too hot.
I realize this is a subjective topic, but I am hoping to hear from someone that has experience with these products (or something that has worked better for you in the past).
Thanks in advance.
I've read decent reviews on the "Premier Heat Lamp," which claims to be safer than a standard heat lamp, but using a heat lamp at all makes me nervous. I'm also considering the "Cozy Products Chicken Coop Heater," but some reviews claim it produces no heat while others say it gets too hot.
I realize this is a subjective topic, but I am hoping to hear from someone that has experience with these products (or something that has worked better for you in the past).
Thanks in advance.