Hot Topic: Henhouse Heaters

Cold snaps and frosty nights can challenge even the hardiest flocks, making reliable coop heating a vital part of chicken care during the winter. From overhead infrared units to compact panels and full brooder setups, modern heaters offer a variety of ways to keep birds warm without overheating the surrounding space.

These products focus on safety, energy efficiency and consistent warmth, helping to reduce stress and protect flocks from frostbite or hypothermia, all while maintaining a comfortable environment for both you and your poultry.

Sweeter Heater Overhead Model

The Sweeter Heater overhead model provides safe, energy-efficient heat for flocks, offering a reliable way to warm various environments. Designed to mount from above, it can be suspended from a ceiling or bracket, typically 6 to 20 inches overhead. This design directs warmth where it’s needed without heating the surrounding area, making it ideal for small or confined spaces.

Featuring a uniform heat pattern with no hot spots, the Sweeter Heater’s lens maintains a safe temperature range of 160 to 180 degrees Fahrenheit. Its infrared radiant heat warms animals gently, ensuring comfort without risk of burns. The unit is fully adjustable to provide the perfect heat level based on the specific needs of your chickens.

Trusted by customers since 1995, the Sweeter Heater includes a three-year warranty and safety features such as a snap-action thermal control, which automatically turns the heater off when heat escapes. It is an ideal solution for chicken coops and brooders.

Cozy Chickens Chicken Coop Heating Panel

The new and improved Cozy Chickens Chicken Coop Heating Panel provides a safe, efficient way to keep chickens and other domestic birds warm during colder months. Using just 150 watts, the panel delivers gentle, radiant heat that mimics sunlight, helping protect flocks from frostbite and hypothermia without drying out the air.

Its zero-clearance, ETL-listed design allows for safe placement near walls and combustible materials, and the coil-shielded cord adds another layer of protection. Versatile in use, the panel can be wall-mounted using keyhole slots or set up as a free-standing unit with included feet. Silent operation ensures a calm environment, while consistent warmth reduces cold-weather stress, supporting overall health and egg production throughout winter.

Compact and lightweight, the Cozy Chickens panel combines safety, efficiency and comfort, providing a reliable solution for keeping flocks cozy during the coldest months.

Chickcozy Chicken Coop Heater

The Chickcozy Chicken Coop Heater version 2.0 offers a safe and efficient way to keep poultry warm during colder months. Unlike traditional heat lamps, which can pose fire risks, this heater includes built-in safety features such as an automatic shutoff if tilted beyond 180 degrees, helping protect both chickens and property.

The unit operates with radiant heat, mimicking natural sunlight to warm birds directly and reduce the risk of frostbite while maintaining a comfortable surface temperature. Chickcozy also provides adjustable temperature control, ranging from 122 to 191 degrees Fahrenheit, allowing users to set the ideal environment for their flock.

It can be installed in two ways: as a free-standing heater with removable feet or mounted on a wall or hooks for space-saving convenience. The heater’s remote control works up to 32 feet, offering easy adjustments from a distance. With a 15.8-by-12.6-inch heating plate and a two-year warranty, the Chickcozy combines safety, comfort and practicality for winter coop care.

Carbon Fiber Heaters

Premier1’s Carbon Fiber Heaters provide high-output, energy-efficient warmth for lambing pens, chicken coops and horse stables, though they are not recommended for chick brooders. Available in 600- or 1200-watt models, these heaters are designed to cover 10-by-10-foot or 20-by-20-foot areas, respectively. Due to their intense heat, they should be hung higher than traditional heat lamps to disperse warmth evenly and prevent hot spots.

Safety is a key feature of these units. A built-in “kill switch” shuts off the heater if it tilts more than 30 degrees, protecting animals, poultry and property. The carbon fiber bulbs produce four to six times more heat than conventional bulbs and convert 98% of their wattage into radiant heat, warming animals directly without overheating the surrounding environment. Protective wire grills, metal chimneys with cooling fins and reflecting cones further enhance safety and heat distribution.

Lightweight and durable, Carbon Fiber Heaters combine efficiency, consistent warmth and safety, making them suitable for larger animal spaces throughout colder months.

OverEZ Chicken Coop Electrical Heat Package

The OverEZ Chicken Coop Electrical Heat Package provides a convenient way to keep hens comfortable during colder months. Compatible with any OverEZ chicken coop, the package includes a 125-watt BR40 heat lamp, an electrical/outlet/light switch combo, an additional AC duplex outlet and a 35-foot, 15-amp cord for connecting to a power source. Zip ties and staples are included for easy installation, allowing users to quickly secure the components to walls and ceilings.

The heat lamp delivers gentle warmth and light, keeping the flock comfortable while providing visibility for tending to the coop after dark. The included electrical outlet offers added versatility, allowing other devices such as an automatic coop door to be powered conveniently.

Made in the U.S. by Amish-trained craftsmen, the package is built for durability and practicality. Lightweight and easy to install, it provides both comfort for chickens and convenience for caretakers during cold and frosty days and nights.

Producer's Pride Chicken Coop Brooder and Heater

The Producer’s Pride Chicken Coop Brooder and Heater is designed to provide gentle, energy-efficient warmth for up to 10 birds. Combining a heater and brooder in one unit, it uses radiant heat technology to warm chickens safely and naturally, reducing reliance on traditional heat lamps.

The heater operates at 200 watts, while the brooder setting uses 40 watts, offering flexibility and energy savings. The unit features a built-in thermostat for maintaining a consistent temperature and a dual-position switch to toggle between heater and brooder modes. Three adjustable height positions allow precise placement for chicks or adult birds, and the heater can be mounted vertically, horizontally or hung, depending on the coop layout.

Its zero-clearance, UL-listed design enhances safety, while residual radiant heat helps maintain coop temperature for longer periods. Compact at 18.9-by-12-by-1.26 inches, the Producer’s Pride heater is simple to assemble and versatile, keeping flocks comfortable during chilly days and nights.