Why do you think moravaguy has "reptile dysfunction" in yellow under his name. He has received so many bad rep points that it says that now. It means that member is not someone who contributes in an educational and polite way.
At least more people spoke up and gave some more advice. It was 2am when I was trying to give advice and I was tired lol.
To the OP and the roommate. Good luck with the new BP and post pictures in the picture thread when you have time if you haven't already. Welcome to BPnet.
For the tank, cover the top with something to hold heat in. I use small blankets for a quarantine tank I have to cover the top.