I need a little Advice

[TheLuftGator]

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.

[GeekAndDestroy]

The UTH for that tank is probably in the range of 25 watts. You'll also want a heat lamp to help with the ambient temps, somewhere in the 50-75 watt range. Those combined are 75-100 watts, which is like leaving a single light bulb on all the time. Not enough power to cause many problems. Just make sure you have the UTH controlled by a thermostat before putting a snake in there.

[CheebaChris420]

The problem with the heater is it draws alot of amps, a heater has to be plugged in on its own circuit more or less. If you can try and get a ground/ surge protected power bar. Not necessary just helps. On to the snake. Do you have anything to measure temp/ himidity? Or the uth heat level?


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[CheebaChris420]

These sites were suggested to me i found them pretty helpful
General Care: http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showthread.php?127203-Ball-Python-(Python-regius)-Caresheet"]http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showthread.php?127203-Ball-Python-(Python-regius)-Caresheet



How I setup tanks: http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showthread.php?201740-How-to-Setup-a-Glass-Tank-(20-long)-With-Pictures!"]http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showthread.php?201740-How-to-Setup-a-Glass-Tank-(20-long)-With-Pictures!



Cage heating info: http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showthread.php?173621-Does-my-UTH-need-a-thermostat-What-about-Thermometers"]http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showthread.php?173621-Does-my-UTH-need-a-thermostat-What-about-Thermometers


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[Phantomtip]

Grats on retirement. Get something to regulate the uth. The uth only draws about 15 watts I believe. Also get a digital temp humidity Guage. Don't use those plastic pos things. They are very inaccurate, and can cause you to think temp is lower than it really is. I prefer the coco husk substrate. It holds humidity well. You need a water bowl also. Get everything set up and regulated before you get your retirement present. Oh the temp humidity gauge is about $12 at Walmart. I have one in each of my enclosures and 1 for my house. They run on 1 double A battery. You can use a blanket to insulate, and block out 3 sides and half the front of the enclosure so the snake feels more secure. Also get enough decor to clutter up the enclosure. That way it will help make it feel secure or wad up paper and toss it in. The more the better. Oh and a spray bottle so you can mist to up humidity if need be. I covered 2/3s of the screen top with foil and saran wrap to help with humidity and to help hold temp. Glass enclosures aren't the best for either. If you decide to get a light or ceramic heat emmiter be very careful of wattage, and placement. You could either start a fire, or burn your snake.

[TheLuftGator]

These sites were suggested to me i found them pretty helpful
General Care: http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showthread.php?127203-Ball-Python-(Python-regius)-Caresheet"]http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showthread.php?127203-Ball-Python-(Python-regius)-Caresheet



How I setup tanks: http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showthread.php?201740-How-to-Setup-a-Glass-Tank-(20-long)-With-Pictures!"]http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showthread.php?201740-How-to-Setup-a-Glass-Tank-(20-long)-With-Pictures!



Cage heating info: http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showthread.php?173621-Does-my-UTH-need-a-thermostat-What-about-Thermometers"]http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showthread.php?173621-Does-my-UTH-need-a-thermostat-What-about-Thermometers


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The links are not working for me sadly. :C

[TheLuftGator]

Grats on retirement. Get something to regulate the uth. The uth only draws about 15 watts I believe. Also get a digital temp humidity Guage. Don't use those plastic pos things. They are very inaccurate, and can cause you to think temp is lower than it really is. I prefer the coco husk substrate. It holds humidity well. You need a water bowl also. Get everything set up and regulated before you get your retirement present. Oh the temp humidity gauge is about $12 at Walmart. I have one in each of my enclosures and 1 for my house. They run on 1 double A battery. You can use a blanket to insulate, and block out 3 sides and half the front of the enclosure so the snake feels more secure. Also get enough decor to clutter up the enclosure. That way it will help make it feel secure or wad up paper and toss it in. The more the better. Oh and a spray bottle so you can mist to up humidity if need be. I covered 2/3s of the screen top with foil and saran wrap to help with humidity and to help hold temp. Glass enclosures aren't the best for either. If you decide to get a light or ceramic heat emmiter be very careful of wattage, and placement. You could either start a fire, or burn your snake.

Thank you ^.=.^

Yeah I am still working on getting more supplies, because looking at the kit a little more some of the stuff I probably wont need but could be useful for a different time. I do plan on cluttering up the enclosure as much as possible, it'll probably take a couple more paycheck before I have everything. Though some equipment will be annoying to find because I wouldn't know what's good and getting it may be annoying. I am kind of hesitant when it comes to online purchases I would much rather go to the place in person to get it and most likely it's not stocked there.
But I know I'd not get the snake till I have everything ready for it.

[Phantomtip]

Going online can be chancy. I prefer to see the snake in person and handle it before purchasing myself but I am looking at some online. What equipment are you having trouble finding? Someone on here might know what to look for and where to find it. Also get a thermostat for the uth. You can go on amazon or just google reptile thermostat. They are pricy but better that than a burned snake.