:( 84 degrees in 29g tank!

sublime1184

sublime1184

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Dam I hate this, my 29g has two Red bellies, after turning heater off two days ago and the light off for 1 day, it is still reaching 84 degrees, keep in mind that I am not treating them for diseases, Normally their tank has been at 78 degrees stable, but last two days are bad. Is there anything I can do to lower temp besides cold Water Changes and Fan on tank....only HOB Power filter and two penguin 660r's UGF are running now. HELP Pls, all my attempts have been failures right now.
 
You could try using ice. Get a few water bottles (preferably the unopened spring water so that is is dechlorinated and safe), and freeze them. Then you could add the water bottles into the water until the desired temperature is reached. Experiment with only one bottle first, and then two to see how many will get you a desired temp. Also, rotate the bottles. Have some in the freezer so when the others melt, you could just switch them. It might work better if you stick them into your filters, but that might make the filter overflow.

If that method is not appealing, then getting a chiller is another option. The only drawback is that they are extremely expensive, and unless it is absolutely necessary and you will use it year-round, it is not worth it.
 
Ok, just did a colder water change and waiting for thermostat to adjust if it does. So far it is 83 degrees and I am waiting for it to drop (hoping it does). BTW, It's hot in chicago and My tank is in my room in the attic which is not insulated.
 
I am experiencing the same problem right now (by the way, I'm from the Chicago area as well). If you have a basement, it might be worth moving the tank down there for the summer because basements are generally much cooler than the rest of the house, especially the attic. Plus you will not lose as much water to evaporation due to the higher humidity. I think I will be doing this next week as the temps continue to rise. Good luck, I can understand your circumstance as I too lived in an uninsulated room in the attic for many years. Can't decide which was worse, the heat in the summer or the cold in the winter! :duh:
 
mister ben said:
I am experiencing the same problem right now (by the way, I'm from the Chicago area as well). If you have a basement, it might be worth moving the tank down there for the summer because basements are generally much cooler than the rest of the house, especially the attic. Plus you will not lose as much water to evaporation due to the higher humidity. I think I will be doing this next week as the temps continue to rise. Good luck, I can understand your circumstance as I too lived in an uninsulated room in the attic for many years. Can't decide which was worse, the heat in the summer or the cold in the winter! :duh:
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Yeah, I know it sux! But I am considering moving tank to mid floor in kitchen when i can have easy access to sink, and main airconditioner runs....

*edit* It looks to be stabilizing at 80 degrees now, I am gonna have to look into moving tank downstairs.
 
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