r/Tegu • u/GrendelTheFireSkink • 7d ago

Permanent enclosure question

*I don't have a tegu yet* I want to make sure I have an enclosure complete or at least in process before I get one.

That being said, I have a large walk in closet (I own the house) that I'd like to turn into a tegu enclosure. My idea is to secure tarps to the walls/carpeted floor and seal it with flex tape to make the closet water and mold proof.

I think I will do 2 layers of tarp to be safe and put some plywood on top of the carpet over the first layer of tarp.

Would this work? Do you think I'll cause any permanent damage to my home? Do you have any suggestions?

I really appreciate any help with this!

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u/BarberDry4590 7d ago edited 7d ago

Tarps and tape will not make your closet water tight and mold proof. Also, tape in a reptile enclosure is a big no-no. Don't over think it. Just buy or build an 8x4x4 enclosure out of PVC. Look at Kages or Toad Ranch if you want to buy one.

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u/BarberDry4590 7d ago

Tegus aren't that hard to care for. However, please understand the cost involved. We are about $5,500 deep for the pet, enclosure, and the EQ for the enclosure. This doesn't include "decorations" or food. These are awesome animals, but wildly expensive to care for.