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  1. 21hens-incharge

    When to start heaters and heat lamps??

    They are in Georgia. No need to insulate, feed extra corn or heat the coop. Insulation gives rodents, mites and other undesirable pests a great place to take up residence.
  2. 21hens-incharge

    When to start heaters and heat lamps??

    I think I see the dryer vent 4th pic to the right of the window.
  3. 21hens-incharge

    When to start heaters and heat lamps??

    Tarp run....yes but do leave room for air to exit up top. Dryer vent....NO that adds a ton of moisture which greatly contributes to frostbite. Insulation...no they like to eat it and shiny is the most attractive. Heater...not in that tiny of a coop. Not enough room for those needing away from it...
  4. 21hens-incharge

    When to start heaters and heat lamps??

    Please clarify for me..... You have 7 chicks. They are one week old? Or you have 7 chicks that are 7 weeks old? At one week old they must have supplied heat as they are not feathered. Heated spot to warm up during the day as well as at night. At 7 weeks old they can be acclimating. Be...
  5. 21hens-incharge

    When to start heaters and heat lamps??

    In Georgia you definitely do not need to add heat. Just dry well ventilated and they will do great. Congratulations on your new flock.
  6. 21hens-incharge

    When to start heaters and heat lamps??

    There are a ton of factors that come into play. Where in the world are you located? Size of coop? Breeds of birds? My thoughts on adding heat.... Properly acclimated birds grow extra feathers to accommodate the cold. They don't need heat as their feathers trap their body heat to keep them warm...
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