Hey All - Just got my first Ball Python and setup the tank according to the store where I had purchased him. They suggested to use only ceramic heat emitters with infared bulbs. So far the ambient heat temp, high/low temps are okay, but they don't seem too consistent through out the course of the day and seem to dry out the air considerably. I'm not sure why they suggested against Under Tank Heating pads... Would anyone mind addressing the pros/cons of UTH vs. CHE?? and if UTH should be used with or without the use of a device such as a herpstat.

Thanks in advance! =)