Quote Originally Posted by Snagrio View Post
Unless I'm missing the point and should avoid used enclosures altogether? I don't know, I'm just trying to find a solution that isn't going to take half a year, break the bank, cause my folks too much inconvenience (my mother in particular has been stressed about a number of things as of late so I'm trying my best to not bother her too much), and all without sacrificing quality to give my BP the best home he deserves.
It's totally your decision, but consider that every little crevice (inside & out!) needs a thorough cleaning & disinfection, otherwise if the previous occupant of a used cage died of something like IBD, please realize that (a) the person selling the cage isn't going to volunteer that information, & (b) you're putting your pet's health at risk if you don't do a thorough job of cleaning it. So just the cleaning is a real hassle (see below*) to be safe, not counting repairs you need to make, & hauling it home. Many people do buy used tanks & enclosures to save money, it's your decision. You just have the one BP to house? How big & how old is he? That second one above is 6' long...are you sure that's what you want or need for a BP? The bigger the cage, the harder it is to heat, don't forget (& especially if you live in a colder climate). Your intentions are admirable, but I'd hate to see you rush into a bad choice. Shop around for a while.

*https://ball-pythons.net/forums/show...=1#post2749346