GESAIL Bird Bath Heater, Built in Thermostat Safety Durable 50W Bird Bath Heaters for Outdoors in Winter with Auto Shut Off Function for Garden Outdoor Yard Patio Birdbath

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will have some ice even when temps are -10 below zero it keeps the bird bath free of ice allowing the the birds to still have water to drink all winter long. Could be for a bath with a pre-installed heating element or a puck that’s immersed in another feeder—the only important thing is that it works! To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average.

I've heard of one that has timers which turn on during the times of day when birds are more likely to be active. But the manufacturer recommends taking the sipper in at night to protect the plastic and, if you live in a true winter climate, the temperatures may get too low for this solar warmer to do its job.It has a constant temperature control system that can keep the water temperature in a suitable range. I would check the directions that came with your de-icer to see if it has any specific cautions about it’s use.

Read more about the condition New: A brand-new, unused, unopened and undamaged item in original retail packaging (where packaging is applicable). It is more difficult for birds to find unfrozen water sources during the winter months so providing water for birds with a heated bird bath will benefit any birds that visit.

CONS: VERY short cord means you will likely have to plug in an extension cord hanging from your bird bath or fountain, which may try to pull the heater up out of the water. When it is really cold, a de-icer, whether separate or built in, can be really challenged to keep water completely ice-free unless you keep the bath full. Good for use in rubber, metal, or plastic containers, this unit ably warms water enough to prevent ice from covering the top, and can thaw up to 50 gallons of water. I still use one DIY birdbath but I’ve also added a commercial birdbath, the Studio-M Birdbath Artpole which is my new favorite, as well as a porch mounted birdbath with an optional heated bowl and a simple inexpensive unheated birdbath.

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This is a good thing; you want the switch to interrupt the circuit if there is a problem with the de-icer. Fill the bath with fresh, shallow water and enjoy watching all the birds congregate near your patio, garden, deck, yard, or pool! It runs from the time it is plugged in to the time it is unplugged, but due to its low watts, it’s still an economical de-icer to use. A mini fountain is another idea that ought to work - in the same way as bubbles - but I'm pursuing the bubble option at the moment as the installation is simplest and the electrics can be remote.

It also has a cord that’s long enough to stretch down to an outlet and keep the ring weighted down in the bird bath. Even on the coldest days, it will keep drinking water within the optimal drinking range for wild birds. Regardless of that fact, this device has been known to have successfully served quite a few bird watchers for many winters and will do the same for you. For safety and convenience, the Cord Dome helps prevent electrical shock hazards and “KEEPS THE LIGHTS ON”.That means they will shut down and not use any power on a warm day or during the January thaw, which I’m already looking forward to. Gardening Know How is part of Future plc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. Though avian traffic was sporadic and unpredictable, we enjoyed many sightings in addition to the robins and cedar waxwings in the photo. That works for a while, but by the depth of winter, the water freezes more quickly than we can keep up with it. Constructed from durable polystone, this weather-resistant statue is built to provide enjoyment for years to come.