Most backyard hens don't need heat. If you add some, choose a flat or radiant panel with no exposed bulb. These draw 40 to 200 W, while heat lamps run 250 W and up and are a known fire risk.
Heat and fire safety
Heat lamps with exposed bulbs are a well-known cause of coop fires. Flat and radiant panels run cooler on the surface and mount out of reach. Most healthy, cold-hardy breeds manage winter without heat if the coop is dry and draft-free.
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