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I just ordered a Brinsea eco-glow. I didn't give it a second thought at first because of the cost. However, it seems like it will be a lot more fool-proof than changing water bottles in the middle of the night. And since I'm getting 3 batches of chicks over the next 5 weeks, that's a lot of...

Liamm_1: Our solar system produces 1 KW. We have 8 panels and 8 batteries. We are in TN. Our house is unique , husband-designed and built, and also uses some passive systems - probably a bit much to go into it here. Yes, we use propane for cooking (only). We use those little propane...

Volvo Farmer: Thank you for bringing the Brinsea brooder to my attention. It is a bit pricey, but that just may be the way to go. I agree that my system could handle that wattage. And it seems pretty foolproof, unlike the water bottles. Mordarlar: Sand and rocks are also a good idea. Every...

Wow! there are some great ideas here - thank you! I have to go get ready for work, but I will reply more meaningfully later. Thanks again!

My chicks are coming soon and I am setting up a brooder. (This is my first time!) I live off the electric grid and have solar electricity. Although all our household electric is taken care of, we use flourescent bulbs, etc. An incandescent lamp, left on 24 hours/day, will be a significant...