Yes I made mine and I'm think about expanding it upwards for some smaller containers for hatchlings.
Yes I have tools but the rack itself cost me a little over $100.00. I've got heating incorporated in this rack too.
The biggest advantage of a rack system in my opinion is the security. Boxes are nice but the first time the lid doesn't go on quite right or tight enough and you lose an expensive snake that you've invested alot of time and money and food in your prospective changes.
Just something to think about in the future.
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