Heated Chicken Waterer: Frost-free water all winter long

Heated Chicken Waterer: No more ice in the drinker

When it freezes outside, keeping water available in the hen house quickly becomes a challenge. A heated chicken waterer or a heated base under the drinker keeps the water liquid, so your hens can drink even when temperatures drop below zero. With us you will find heated bases with 18 and 22 watts, a 24 V heated base, drinkers with a heated base, a 12 volt heating cable and a heated drinking bowl with a float valve.

Heated base or drinker with heating?

A heated base such as the Kerbl Superior 2.0 simply sits under your existing drinker. That is a good solution if you want to keep using the drinker you already know. With drinkers that come with a heated base and hold 1.5 or 3.5 litres, both parts are matched to each other, and the Agrarzone drinker with 1.25 litres is a compact option. The 12 volt heating cable keeps pipes free of frost, and the SmartCoop drinker heater fits the SmartCoop drinker.

Using electricity safely in the coop

A hen house is dusty and sometimes damp. Make sure cables are laid out of reach so the chickens cannot peck at them, and use a frost-proof socket. Models with 12 or 24 volts run on low voltage. Check plugs and cables for damage before every winter. Place the heated base on a level, firm surface so the drinker stands securely and cannot tip over. If you are unsure about the electrics in your coop, it is worth having them checked by an electrician before the cold season starts.

Frequently asked questions

At what temperature do I need a heated drinker?
As soon as night temperatures drop below zero, the water in a normal drinker can freeze. By then at the latest, a heated base is worth it, so your chickens can drink first thing in the morning.

How much electricity does a heated base for a chicken drinker use?
Heated bases for poultry drinkers are usually rated at around 18 to 25 watts. Even when running continuously, consumption stays modest, similar to a low-wattage light bulb.

Can I put a plastic drinker on a heated base?
Yes, most heated bases are suitable for both plastic and metal drinkers. Metal transfers the heat a little better, but plastic works reliably too in a normal frost.