So, I’m starting to think about relocating my operation. Luckily, I have a 11x19 room off the garage that I can convert. It has a tile floor (no floor drain). There is tap water to an old mop sink with a wall drain and it has a power panel with room for new cuircuits. There is no heat or air, but I can open it up in hot weather without any prying eyes. Winters are mild around here but it will be uncomfortable to create the needed ventilation and will make getting a rum ferment up to temp difficult.
My first plan is to buy surplus SS restaurant sink and some work tables. Add a small water heater and extra circuits. I’m trying to scale everything towards 12 gal ferments to fit my current equipment. So far I’m concentrating on rum washes. Not sure if I’ll graduate to AG’s or not (and don’t even know what that requires yet).
What else do I need to consider to make this an efficient set up? Also, It’s an OLD structure with all kinds of air leaks and enough spiders and roaches to beat a small army. I’m a little concerned about using an exterminator for 1.) Chemicals around the equipment and 2. Technicians around the equipment. Anybody have a decent way to fight the bug battle in their shed?
Thanks for your time.