Building a Kages Enclosure: Updated Beardie Build Part 1/3

In part 1 of this 3-part series, I put together a Kages custom PVC enclosure that will serve as the retirement home for Hercules, my 13-year-old bearded dragon. Watch part 2 to see how I install the lighting. Hope you enjoy!
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INCLUDED IN THIS VIDEO
.:: Kages 83”x24”x24” custom PVC enclosure
.:: Drill
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[@jeffreymagni1272]

I set up a Kages Enclosure last year. The customer service was great and the variety of sizes beats all! I ended up going with a 5x3x3 enclosure for my Bearded Dragon. You can't get this size anywhere else that I'm aware of! My size came freight on a pallet and the driver gladly wheeled it right into my garage. Setup was like you show, but i bought a cheap $5 angle clamp from Harbor Freight to help me hold it together perfectly so i can screw it together in alignment. I heard now they are pre-aligning and drilling pilot holes, which should help.
I really like the 3ft height... it seems too tall, but by the time you get your lights in there and your substrate you'll be surprised. Mine has an 11" substrate dam so put TONS of substrate in there.. its 14" deep in some areas, which really keeps things stable and has allowed me to plant a small Olive tree on the shade side of enclosure, which has been thriving one year now and the Dragon loves it. Also have some cork tunnels that go deep for humid hides.
Highly advise getting the screens on the top. Basically get as much ventilation as possible. I don't have that but wish i did. Im using a fan though which is hooked to a thermostat and it helps a lot, but ultimately added more ventilation on my own and it helps keep the ambient temps under control.
Here's a link of my setup if interested. Im really happy with their product overall.. your videos, Josh really sparked an interest in this for me so would love any feedback. This Dude totally abides 😊
photos.app.goo.gl/aReWyLeTvQkAB3iv8

[@Prof9299]

Love the size of that tank!

[@monsterkajiu1912]

Hercules is back!!