Hello everyone, I don't want to take too much of you're time but I was hoping you could answer a question I have.
"Does the equipment used to keep a reptile (preferably a Ball Python) healthy and comfortable take up a lot of power?"
The reason I ask this is because in about a month I'll be retiring and I thought I'd celebrate that by getting one of my dream snakes a Ball Python. With each paycheck I been buying the necessary equipment to house the future addition. Yesterday I purchased the Zilla deluxe snake kit, extra hides since the enclosure is a 20 gal terrarium, and a UTH. If you have any ideas of what else I might need let me know.
Anyway, after I retire I'll be staying at my father's place for a little bit. I recently got wind that the outlets on the second floor are being faulty and prone to blowing a fuse, this has me a little worried since the accessories for the snake would have to be on all the time. However I've had a little experience with some of the outlets and I believe it could be worked out with some arrangements once I know the power the heating elements will take up.
-The outlet where the computer is located works, I've had my laptop plugged in there fine with no issue.
-The other outlets seem to be able to work fine with smaller appliances such as charging my Phone or Nintendo DS, though I have not plugged in anything heavier yet.
-However a small portable heater did blow a fuse but it happened in a different room on the 2nd floor but took out all power on the level.
The best option would to house the snake downstairs but sadly that's not possible, my grandmother isn't too fond of the snake, two spoiled rowdy dogs, and a 2 year old who'll want to get his hands on it no matter what.
I'll most likely hold off until I get the house I am working for but If all else fails and I am stuck at my parent's place I would like to know what I should do.