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
- 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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#1665 Common question asks
What repairs can you do at your San Pedro shop?
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Engine, starter, steering, shift and throttle cable, electrical, fuel, cooling and bilge pump repairs, plus gelcoat chips and cosmetic cracks. Work at our shop has no trip fee, and you get a written estimate before any work starts.
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#51 Common question asks
What's included in a boat care plan?
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Our Basic, Premium and Pro+ boat care plans include scheduled checkups at the boat, a photo report after each and no trip fee on any visit. Members get 10%, 15% or 20% off repair labor (by plan) and 10% off parts we install. You join with a full inspection, from $1,500 for a boat up to 25 ft with one engine; plan prices and details are on our boat care plans page. A plan is not insurance or a warranty.
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#49 Common question asks
Can you polish and fix fiberglass damage on-site?
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Yes, for cosmetic work: we repair gelcoat chips and small non-structural fiberglass damage above the waterline and polish the boat at the dock. Structural damage is referred to a boatyard.
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#47 Common question asks
How much does a one-time repair cost?
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Labor is $150 an hour, plus a trip fee by distance for each visit: $75 in Huntington Harbour, $110 in Newport Beach. A diagnosis is at least $300 for each engine and $300 for the electrical system; then you get a written estimate for labor, parts and the trip fee, and nothing is done without your OK. For regular care, see our Basic, Premium and Pro+ boat care plans.
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#45 Common question asks
Do I need to haul my boat for service?
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Usually not. Most engine, electrical, fuel and cooling repairs are done where the boat is kept. Work below the waterline, such as drive, bellows or gimbal bearing jobs and hull damage, needs the boat out of the water; the haul-out is the yard's charge and is listed on your estimate.
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#43 Common question asks
Can you fix both outboard and inboard engines?
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Absolutely. We repair outboards, inboards, and sterndrives – diesel or gasoline.
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#41 Common question asks
Do you offer mobile boat repair in Dana Point Harbor?
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Dana Point Harbor is past our regular area (Marina del Rey to Newport Beach), but you can ask: put the harbor, slip and job in your ticket and we will tell you if we can schedule a visit. Harbors past Newport Beach have a trip fee of $25 plus $2.50 a mile, one way.
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#39 Common question asks
Do you offer a service package for marinas?
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Our scheduled service is the Basic, Premium and Pro+ boat care plans, which each owner joins for their own boat: checkups at the boat on a schedule, a photo report after each, no trip fee on any visit, 10%, 15% or 20% off repair labor and 10% off parts we install. For other work we plan the visits with you, and each owner gets a written estimate before anything is done.
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#37 Common question asks
Can you service boats directly in the marina without haul-out?
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Many jobs, yes: most engine, electrical, fuel and cooling work is done at the slip. Work below the waterline, such as sterndrive, bellows or gimbal bearing service, needs the boat out of the water, so it is done at a boatyard and the yard's haul-out charge is listed on your estimate.
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#35 Common question asks
Can you look after several boats for one company?
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Yes. Send us the list of boats, where each one is kept and the engine types, and we plan the visits with you. Each job gets a written estimate before work starts; labor is $150 an hour plus the trip fee for work at the boat.
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