If it’s time to replace your fenders, you might find yourself wincing. After all, these guys can pack a bit of a punch to your wallet when it’s time to invest in new ones. For a great deal, check out Taylor Made Big B Inflatable Vinyl Fenders at Defender.com. Measuring 10 inches by 26 inches, these fenders have the manpower to protect a houseboat up to 50 feet long and sell for just $76.99. The Big B Fender can be hung vertically or horizontally with a single line, useful for protecting your vessel from pilings or tidal change areas. With seamless construction and molded ribs to minimize rolling, these fenders are made from high quality UV-resistant marine vinyl. Best yet, they’re guaranteed against splitting or bursting for the life of your boat.

If your houseboat is a bit bigger and requires larger fenders, another option to check out is something along the lines of the Taylor Made Freedom Fender for boats from 70 feet to 100 feet.