Wash, Detail & Maintenance
One-time details and monthly maintenance that keeps your boat guest-ready without the Sunday morning scramble. Same detailer every time.
Your boat's in decent shape. No heavy oxidation, no chalking. You just want every surface cleaned, sealed, and protected. That's Clean & Protect.
Gelcoat cleaned and sealed with Revolution 2-in-1 by machine. Vinyl treated, metals polished, compartments scrubbed out by hand. The whole boat, done right.
What's included: Full exterior wash, scum line and waterline cleaning, water spot and rust stain treatment, non-skid scrub, fish boxes cleaned, glass and isinglass cleaning, stainless steel and chrome polishing, vinyl deep cleaning with UV protection, all compartments cleaned, and machine-applied polymer sealant on all exterior surfaces.
Ideal for: Spring commissioning, pre-trip details, end-of-season close-outs, boats in good condition.
If your boat needs more than cleaning (faded gel coat, visible oxidation, dull finish), check the correction packages instead. And if you want ongoing care after a detail, keep scrolling for maintenance plans.
You bought the boat to use it. Instead, you're spending weekends cleaning it, or feeling guilty when you don't. Salt builds up. Bird droppings etch into the gel coat. Oxidation creeps back. By the time you finally get to take it out, half the day is gone.
Maintenance plans flip the equation. You show up, cast off, and enjoy. The cleaning happens on my schedule, not yours. You get the boat you bought it for.
Monthly visits mean problems get caught early: staining that's starting, hardware issues, areas that need attention before they become expensive fixes. Regular service with the right products keeps small problems from becoming big ones.
These plans are designed to maintain a corrected boat, not fix existing problems. You'll need at least a Buff & Restore package (or higher) before starting maintenance. This gets your gel coat properly prepped so everything works together as a system.
Consistency beats occasional deep cleans every time
Every visit adds fresh polymer or graphene protection. UV rays and salt get blocked before they can do damage. Your gel coat stays healthy instead of slowly degrading between details.
Regular visits mean problems get caught early: water spots before they etch, staining before it sets, hardware issues before they spread. Cheaper to prevent than to fix.
No more Sunday morning scrambles trying to clean before friends arrive. Your boat is always guest-ready. Show up, cast off, enjoy your day on the water.
I learn your boat. I know its quirks, what needs extra attention, what products work best on your specific gel coat. No starting from scratch with a new person each visit.
Plan members get first priority during peak season when everyone else is scrambling for appointments. Your spot is locked in. You don't have to call or text to schedule each time.
Boats with documented maintenance history sell faster and for more money. Regular professional care shows you've taken care of it. The records prove it.
Pick the plan that fits how you use your boat. Monthly or bi-weekly visits for ongoing care, seasonal deep details at key points in the season, or full-service vessel management for owners who want to show up and go.
Always dock-ready. Full wash, hand-dried, and exterior sealed every visit.
25' CC, monthly
Every surface, every visit. Full care for boats that see regular use.
25' CC, monthly
Periodic Bonus
Light machine polish to refresh the finish, professional polymer sealant reapplication, and full condition assessment.
Deep detail at key points in the season. Spring, mid-summer, fall.
25' CC • 3 visits/season = $2,250
Complete Care detailing plus full vessel management. Your boat is always ready, whether you're there or not.
Custom based on boat size, location & scope
Who It's For
Owners who want to show up, cast off, and go. Ideal for boats at a distant marina or used on weekends only.
| Boat Size | Wash & Protect | Complete Care | Seasonal Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 25' | $325/visit | $500/visit | $750/visit |
| 26' - 32' | $425/visit | $650/visit | $950/visit |
| 33' - 40' | $525/visit | $800/visit | $1,150/visit |
| 40'+: Custom quote based on inspection | |||
| Up to 25' | $275/visit | $400/visit | N/A |
| 26' - 32' | $350/visit | $525/visit | N/A |
| 33' - 40' | $425/visit | $650/visit | N/A |
| 40'+: Custom quote based on inspection | |||
Total Care pricing is customized based on boat size, marina location, and service frequency. Contact me for a quote.
What's the difference between Clean & Protect and a maintenance plan?
Clean & Protect ($1,100 for a 25' boat) is a one-time full boat detail. Every surface cleaned, sealed, and protected. Maintenance plans ($325-$750/visit) are recurring visits that keep a corrected boat looking good all season. If your boat just needs one solid detail, go with Clean & Protect. If you want hands-off care all season, pick a plan.
How much does boat maintenance cost per month?
Monthly maintenance starts at $325/visit for a 25-foot center console (Wash & Protect). Complete Care runs $500/visit with full surface treatment every time. Or choose Seasonal Detail at $750/visit for 2-3 deep details per season. Pricing scales by boat size. All plans include the same detailer every visit and price locked for the season.
What's the difference between the plans?
Wash & Protect ($325/visit) is a full wash with spray sealant. Keeps a clean boat clean. Complete Care ($500/visit) adds water spot treatment, vinyl protection, metals polishing, glass cleaning, bilge cleaning, and periodic machine polish. Seasonal Detail ($750/visit) is a full professional deep detail done 2-3 times per season at key points: spring commissioning, mid-summer refresh, and fall close-out.
Do I need correction before starting a maintenance plan?
Yes. Maintenance plans are designed to keep a corrected boat looking good, not to fix existing problems. You'll need at least a Buff & Restore package (or higher) before starting maintenance. This gets your gel coat properly prepped so everything works together as a system.
Should I choose monthly or bi-weekly service?
Monthly works well for boats used occasionally in salt water. If you're using your boat every week or more, bi-weekly keeps up with the salt and grime buildup. The bi-weekly option means you're never more than two weeks from a fresh detail. I can help you figure out what makes sense based on how you use your boat.
What if I need to reschedule due to weather?
Weather happens. I'll get you rescheduled the same week if rain or conditions come up. Just make sure your boat is accessible on the scheduled day and I'll take care of the rest.
Can I add extra services to my maintenance visit?
Yes. Add-on services like teak cleaning, extra interior work, or canvas cleaning are quoted separately on top of your plan rate. Just let me know what you need and I'll include it in your next visit.
What's the difference between Complete Care and Total Care?
Complete Care is a detailing plan. Every surface treated, every visit. Total Care adds vessel management between those visits: regular wellness checks on battery voltage, through-hull fittings, dock lines, bilge levels, and shore power. Plus pre-trip prep so the boat is ready when you show up Friday afternoon, post-trip button-up, maintenance coordination with local mechanics, and provisioning runs if you want the cooler stocked before you arrive. Complete Care keeps your boat clean. Total Care keeps your boat ready.
Instant Estimate
Tell me your boat size and what it needs. I'll give you a number on the spot.
Get My Estimate →When I'm done, if anything isn't right, I come back and fix it. No charge, no argument. The job isn't done until you're happy with every surface.
Tell me about your boat and how you use it. I'll help you figure out which level makes sense, and we'll lock in your schedule.
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