Yes to adding UTH- but keep in mind that it will take a WHILE for heat to get thru thick material like PVC or wood- so be sure to keep a close eye- it's safer to fully test this set-up for a week without any live occupants in the enclosure- while you adjust the power to the UTH & get the temps. where you need them (thermostat recommended) I use UTH for ALL my snakes.![]()