Heating Element

[Henniezues]

I used a 125 watt red heat lamp in their brood for three weeks because it’s summer time. At a month old I took it out completely. A lot of people make a big fuss over it but as long as they have each other they will stay warm.

Thank you!

 

[Dan nich]

I’ve used a large plast tote with heat lamp about 24 inches away the tote gives them enuff space to get away if they are over heated at nite when I can not view them I put infrared bulb 30 inches away and a heat Mat they can climb on or get under, I have a new flock of 9 coming from Mcmurray in July I’m exited!

 

[Henniezues]

Thank you! That is similar to what I ended up doing!

 

[Chicken Heel]

For my last several broods, I have used a 75 watt red bulb in a 6' x 2 ' cattle trough and the chicks have done very well. It should be noted that this was in an ambient temperature controlled (72 - 74 degrees F) setting though. But a lady that works for me got 16 Brown Leghorn pullets from Cackle Hatchery a couple of weeks ago and didn't use any supplemental heat at all for the first week. She kept them in a plastic bin inside her house and they did fine. They were then moved to an outdoor brooder with a normal heat lamp last Thursday and they are thriving.

 

[Henniezues]

Hello!

We got 5 baby chicks this weekend and bought a heat bulb and lamp. The more I read, the more I realize more people recommend something else. I also have a flat screen chicken coop heater I bought for the hens this winter. This seems to be much safer but I don't believe it will produce to 90 degree heat they need. I would prefer not to spend a large amount of money on the heating plate but can if it is recommended. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you
Liz

Thank you for everyone's response and suggestions, I really appreciate it. It ended up that Mama hen took in 3 of the babies and we are hoping she will take in the last 2 today