Ok so I just got back from wal-mart. I bought a 40qt sterlite tub for my snake, brought it home and drilled holes in the side and up top. I taped in some news paper for the bedding, also drilled 2 holes on the top. I came across the Acu-Rite thermometer and have it all set-up, although where do I put the little sensor thingy, does it matter which side? etc.
My snake is not in the new enclosure yet though because I just fed him so I'm going to wait 2 days before putting him in there. I have some questions.

1- Will the UTH melt the plastic? My mom says it will and I say it wont but I'm just checking.
2- I don't need the clamp light anymore, correct? The enclosure is being held by 2 little tables next to the window, so it will get the daylight that comes in. Heres a picture for you guys. Also, new pics of him/her coming soon! Once he is done with his next shed I will get some for you guys