whats wrong with tubs? my ball pythons live in tubs their whole lives, as for heating, flexwatt is the cheapest way.

if it going to be months like you said, i would find a few bookcases and lay down flexwatt on each shelf and put the tubs on the shelves. i think it be the easiest thing to do. im sure you'll figure something out.

I would help you out if i could, but I live in michigan.