Local Boat Service
Local boat service from our San Pedro shop: repair and maintenance for boats in San Pedro and Long Beach, with dock-to-shop transport. Request a quote.
- 3 services
- Labor $150/hr
- Trip fee from $30
- At your slip or in the shop
Local Boat Service in San Pedro and Long Beach
We are a local marine service company with a shop at 120 N Pacific Ave in San Pedro. We repair and maintain boats at the shop and at slips, docks and storage yards from Marina del Rey to Newport Beach.
What the work covers
- Local boat repair for engine, electrical, fuel and steering problems on boats kept in San Pedro, Long Beach and the harbors nearby.
- Dock-to-shop boat transport when a job is better done at our San Pedro shop than at the slip.
- Hull cleaning and zinc replacement in the water by a diver we refer you to, who works for you directly, with the boat left in its slip.
When a job suits the dock better, our mobile boat service comes to the boat.
Signs it is time to call
- Growth on the hull, or the boat feels slower than it used to
- Zincs that are worn down or missing
- A repair that needs more room or equipment than the slip allows
- Routine service that is due on a boat kept in San Pedro or Long Beach
Questions about local boat service
Why do zincs need replacing?
Zincs are sacrificial anodes. They corrode in place of the metal parts under the boat, such as the propeller, shaft and outdrive. Once they wear away, those parts lose that protection, so worn zincs are worth replacing early.
Does a dirty hull really matter?
Yes. Growth on the bottom adds drag, so the boat runs slower and burns more fuel. It can also clog the water intakes the engine needs for cooling.
What are your hours?
Monday to Saturday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Our shop is at 120 N Pacific Ave, San Pedro, CA 90731.
Book a visit: submit a ticket with the boat, where it is kept and what it needs, or call (562) 542-7296.
If you're in need of a reliable boating service for your boat in San Pedro or Long Beach, we're here to help. Our team offers local marine services that cover engine and electrical repairs, fuel system maintenance, and steering issues on boats kept at slips, docks, and storage yards from Marina del Rey to Newport Beach.
Boating Service: FAQ
What kind of problems do you repair?
We fix issues with engines, electrical systems, fuel tanks, and steering components on boats in San Pedro, Long Beach, and nearby harbors. Our mobile service also provides dock-to-shop transport when a job requires specialized tools or facilities.
Do you offer hull cleaning and zinc replacement services?
Yes, we arrange for a diver to clean the hull and replace zinc anodes while your boat remains in its slip, ensuring minimal disruption to your schedule.
See also: marine water pump repair fast fixes for boat engine cooling problems.
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#1705 Common question asks
Can transport be combined with repairs or maintenance services?
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Yes. Transport is usually booked together with the repair or maintenance the boat needs at our shop, and you get a written estimate for the whole job before any work starts.
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#1703 Common question asks
Should my own boat insurance cover the boat during transport?
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Yes. Keep your own boat insurance in force during the move, and check with your insurer that it covers the boat while it is on a trailer and on the road.
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#1701 Common question asks
Do you coordinate with marinas and harbor masters?
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Yes. We agree the ramp time and any access rules with the marina or the ramp operator, so the haul-out goes smoothly.
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#1699 Common question asks
What types of boats can you transport?
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We transport trailer boats such as center consoles, runabouts and cuddy cabins, as long as the length, weight and beam fit our trailer and the road rules; we confirm that before booking. Keel sailboats and larger boats need a crane or travel lift and a boatyard, so ask us first.
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#1697 Common question asks
Is it better to trailer the boat to the shop than to run it there?
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If the engine has a known problem, yes: running it can make the damage worse, and many repairs need the boat out of the water anyway. On our trailer the boat reaches our San Pedro shop without running the engine.
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#1695 Common question asks
Do you transport boats that are not running?
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Yes. Once the boat is on our trailer, it does not matter whether the engine runs. Getting a boat that won't run from its slip to the ramp is up to you or a commercial towing service, since we do not tow on the water; at a storage yard, the yard loads it onto our trailer and its charge is listed on your estimate.
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#1693 Common question asks
How does boat transport to your shop work?
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We meet your trailer boat at a launch ramp near your slip, or pick it up from your storage yard, and bring it to our San Pedro shop on our trailer, then back when the repair is done. If the engine won't run, you arrange a commercial towing service to bring the boat to the ramp; we do not tow boats on the water.
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#1691 Common question asks
What does zinc replacement cost?
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Labor is $150 an hour, plus the trip fee for work at your boat, and the anodes are listed as parts on your written estimate. Replacing the zincs we can reach usually takes 1-2 hours. The diver's charge for in-water cleaning is separate and agreed between you and the diver.
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#1689 Common question asks
Will hull cleaning harm my bottom paint?
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A careful diver uses tools suited to your paint, so growth comes off without stripping it. Ablative paints wear a little with each cleaning, which is normal; if the paint is worn through, it is time to plan a bottom paint job, which we can quote.
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#1687 Common question asks
Should I use zinc, aluminum or magnesium anodes?
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In salt water use zinc or aluminum, as your engine or drive maker specifies. Magnesium is for fresh water only and wears away quickly in salt water.
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