One of our favorite things about living in a floating home is the lack of yard maintenance. We don't have a lawn to mow, leaves to rake, or weeds to pull. But we have flowers and herbs in pots, and some neighbors even have trees potted on their back docks.
We stay vigilant about the temperature, and if it gets below freezing in winter, we have to take some steps to keep our pipes clear.
With floating homes, the pipes run beneath the house and are completely exposed to the elements. We may have to drip water from a faucet and open every cabinet door with plumbing to prevent a burst pipe.
If we get too much snow, we work extra hard to clear our docks and houses. Heavy snow accumulation can cause our homes to tilt. If this happens, the moorage sends out an alert so neighbors can help each other shovel snow and lighten their loads.