Shoulda coulda. We all don't like to change, and we definitely don't like to spend money. Both are a huge mistake. I don't think a grow should be without an environmental controller unless perhaps it is using LED or CFL lighting, and even then it would be highly beneficial. And I've had one of my ballasts on the floor under my a reservoir for 5 years now. It's easy, just be careful. Kinda like mountain climbing. One slip and your dead, so just make not slipping your main concern at all times. The ballast will move soon though, if I can pull my ass out of my ass for once.