Replacing Floating Home Hulls without removing from water

[BlueBell]

There just aren’t any good solutions leaving it in place.

You don't know that because you haven't spoken with the local people who would actually be doing the work.

I just needed to be sure.

Then talk with the people in your area that do this type of work, then you'll know.

I've seen it done, and if done correctly, it is a thing of beauty.

Look, you're going to get a string of opinions from everyone's different experiences.
You need to find out from... never mind,
I'm beating a dead horse, scrap it.

 

[cando2]

Hi Jakob. I just came upon this thread of yours and was wondering if your home is still afloat. If so, have you found a solution? I think I came up with a solution and I think it will work and give you lots of hope, and at minimal additional cost. Let us know. Thanks.

 

[gonzo]

If you want a quick and dirty repair it can be done underwater. Get a diver to screw plywood sheets over the existing hull. On the seams screw plywood battens with a rubber gasket to keep them water-tight. Not a big deal for two divers to do. It should take about two days at most.