new bp question(new here also)

ok i think i am not reading the temp correctly.
If i read the heat tape it reads 95(probe directly on the tape)
if i read the tube were the heat tape is it read 88
if i read the front of the tube away from the tape it reads 81
does that sound correct.
i drilled more hole and the condensation has gone away(getting a gauge to check humidty tomorrow after work),but could that also be making the tubes not hold heat well,the thermostat is set at 95
I have a pe1 temp gun(could i be using it wrong)point,press and hold button,read temp

I would lower your temp to 90 on the hot side.

Also, if you only have condensation on the front wall you should be okay... Lowering the heat will probably help but 95 is a bit too hot. Some bps may like it hot but most don't as far as I have heard.

but when i read the inside of the tube where the hot spot is it reads 88

Oh I missed that. Well if you are getting that with a temp gun consistently, that should be fine.

thanks will keep you posted

Relax, it sounds like you're off to a good start. Just give them some time to settle in and get used to the new digs.

So, where's the pics? :D

When mine first poop in there tub they will roam a little or at least switch to a different hide for a while. They don't like the poop :)

What is the ambient temperature of the room you have the cage in? If there is a big difference in temperatures, this could be causing the condensation. Just a possibility...

got a new humidity meter today and it reads 65-70%(but all the condensation is gone)switched to smaller water bowls.
And good news all five of them ate today 1 hopper mice apiece(local store didnt have rat fuzzies)snatched the food up as i put it in the box(fed them in a box not in thier enclosure)
was a little worried about the spider,looked like he had a little trouble constricting it,but he managed.

Thanks all for the good advice,me and my bp's appreciate it.

If sides of tub are moist, you need to provide more ventilation. You dont want it too humid.