Setting Timer For Snake

Question

I have an under tank heater and well the thermostat was waaaay to expensive so I bought a timer for it and I was wondering if I could use that? If so then what hours should I set for the Under Tank Heater to come on and off?

Thank you :)

Answer 1

The under tank heater can stay on all the time.  Place it under one side of the cage and put a thermometer over it.  They can get too hot sometimes and you can adjust them by using a lamp dimmer from the hardware store.  There are models that look like a short extension cord with an adjustable switch and only cost a few bucks.  You can then achieve the proper temps and it is much cheaper than a thermostat.  

Answer 2

keep it on all the time and make sure tank is large enough for the snake to have a cool spot when needed  

Answer 3

actually, you should just leave it on all the time. if you have an overhead heat lamp, then leave the under tank heater on all the time

Answer 4

under tank heaters should be on all the time every second of the day. there do not dry out reptiles or amphibians like uv bulbs.