I've just purchased a new ball python. He was hatched on 9/11/2013 and is currently 146 grams. I have also purchased a 36 x 24 x 12 PVC enclosure as well as a Radiant Heat Panel for the enclosure. The enclosure will not ship for about 6 to 8 weeks. The ball however will be shipping next week.

The breeder feels he should be ready for the enclosure I have purchased when it gets here in a few months. As I have already spent a bunch of money on the permanent enclosure, I am looking for the cheapest set up for him (but still safe) until the permanent setup gets here. At the moment I have nothing. Breeder says he is currently in a tub that is 14 long x 5 high x 8 wide. The inside temperature of our home for the next month or so will range from a high of 85 degrees and low of 60 (these are just rough guesses, probably will never get as low as 60 but it is possible) we do not have AC and now that it is summer heaters are turned off.

Please help me by suggesting cheap (but safe) methods for a temporary enclosure and heating for the next few months until he is ready to go into is permanent home. Links to items would be appreciated.

Some photos of the snake that will be arriving (still does not have a name) first one is the latest photo