Boat Maintenance
Spring Commissioning Checklist: Getting Your Boat Ready for the Season
The ice is out, the weather is warming and the docks are back in place. Another season of boating is just around the calendar, which means it’s time to start [...]
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Boat Stringers: What Are They & When Do you Know It’s Time to Repair Them
· Sep 26, 2025 Boat stringers are the structural backbone of your vessel. Running lengthwise along the hull, they provide strength, support the deck, and hold critical components like inboard engines. Without solid stringers, [...]
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Hurricane Season Prep: 10 Essential Tips for Coastal Boat Owners
· Jun 26, 2025 Whether your boat is docked in a slip, moored in open water, or stored on land, hurricane prep is essential for protecting your vessel and the surrounding environment. With the [...]
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Complete Boating Equipment Guide with Must-Have Safety Gear & Fun Extras
· Apr 29, 2025 Having the right gear onboard makes all the difference. Some items are must-haves to meet U.S. Coast Guard requirements—others are bonus touches that take the experience from good to unforgettable. [...]
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The Hull Truth: 4 Ways to Avoid Damage & Decay to Your Hull
· Sep 25, 2023 It doesn’t matter how nice your boat is and what latest and greatest technology that you have outfitted it with, everything comes down to the hull. It is your separation [...]
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How Expensive Are Boats to Maintain?
The cost of boat ownership extends well beyond the purchase price, and a rule of thumb is that you’ll spend 10% of the price on maintenance each year. Additionally, boats [...]
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How to Protect Your Boat from Saltwater Corrosion
· Mar 7, 2023 Written in partnership with the WavesRx Team Boats often exposed to saltwater and the marine environment are at increased risk of corrosion due to salt in the water and in [...]
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Boat Trailer Maintenance Checklist
Boat trailer maintenance is a matter of convenience and safety. A trailer allows you to transport your boating fun and adventure, but trailer trouble on the road to the launch [...]
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How to Make an Old Boat Look New
· Mar 29, 2022 Over time, boats tend to start looking worn and outdated from the wear and tear of being exposed to the natural elements and the salty ocean waters. However, if you [...]
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How to Clean a Boat
· Nov 12, 2021 · Updated Oct 24, 2024 If you want to maintain your boat’s value and be ready to go when you are, you need to keep it clean. Keeping your boat clean and shipshape makes it [...]
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Boat Fix: The 24/7 Monitoring & Tracking Service for Boat Owners
· Nov 10, 2021 · Updated Jul 28, 2023 The popularity of the boat sharing experience grows every day, and it’s exciting to see more people enjoying the water. When you offer your boat to renters, you want to [...]
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7 Ways to Keep Your Boat Clean
· May 26, 2021 · Updated Jan 12, 2024 Every boat owner quickly realizes that people love going out on the boat, but almost no one likes to stay around to clean it. Cost, maintenance, and cleaning all [...]
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Boat Repair 101: How to Choose a Proper Boat Mechanic
· May 4, 2021 · Updated Jan 14, 2022 When you decide to buy a boat, maintaining it in good condition is of the utmost importance. Too many people who seem to be enthusiastic about boating when they buy their first [...]
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