Marine Electrical Repair & Troubleshooting
Safe Wiring.
Safe Boating.
Bad wiring is the #1 cause of boat fires. From flickering navigation lights to bilge pumps that won't kick on, we diagnose and repair the electrical faults that keep you stuck at the dock.
The Gremlin Hunt
Electrical issues on boats are often hidden. We use voltage drop testing and continuity checks to trace wires through impossible places, finding the one corroded ground or chafed wire causing your headache.
ABYC Standards
We don't use wire nuts or electrical tape. Every repair meets ABYC standards: Marine-grade tinned copper wire, proper color coding, adhesive-lined heat shrink terminals, and circuit protection.
Corrosion Control
Saltwater wicks up wire insulation, turning copper into green dust (black wire disease). We cut back to clean metal or re-run entire circuits to ensure low resistance and reliable operation.
The Repair Process.
Methodical troubleshooting.
Symptom Check
We replicate the failure. Does the breaker trip immediately? Does the light dim when the pump turns on? This guides our search.
Trace & Test
Using multimeters, we check for voltage at the source, the switch, and the load. We identify if the break is on the positive side or the negative ground.
Marine Repair
We replace the faulty component using crimped, heat-shrunk connections. We secure cabling with cushion clamps to prevent future vibration damage.
Load Verification
We run the repaired system under full load for 15 minutes to ensure fuses hold and wires do not get hot to the touch.
Common Repairs.
Fixing the essentials.
Systems We Fix.
12V DC and 120V AC systems.
Common Questions
Why does my breaker keep tripping?
A tripping breaker is doing its job. It means there is a "short to ground" or the device is drawing too much power (like a seized pump motor). DO NOT hold the breaker closed; you will start a fire.
Can I use wire nuts on my boat?
Absolutely not. Wire nuts vibrate loose and allow corrosion. We only use marine-grade crimp connectors with adhesive heat shrink to seal out moisture.
| Manufacturer | Breeze Marine Boat Service |
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