Boat repairs

[Robski97]

So I'm already hearing stories of insurance companies wanting to ship heavely damaged boats down south . Marinas are talking about not being able to get glass companies to service boats as the big marinas are per-hiring them . This is going to be a mess

Rob

 

[jmeirhofer]

Personally, if it where me, I would want to ship my boat down south somewhere for the winter and repairs. Think about it. The local shops are overwhelmed with jobs. Who knows what kind of non-visible short cuts they will take. Also, when the job is done, how do they sea trial. Or do you wait for spring nd hope it us okay and does not have to go back for mist of the Sumner to get it right?

For those reasons I would want it shipped south. I would also demand a round trip plane ticket for me to inspect repairs and sea trial. Then use that money to send Al.

 

[BoatCrazy]

Personally I think there are only a few places on the Island that do glas work that, 1. lasts, 2. has a good reputation, 3. does quality work.

I would in a heart beat send my boat south for repairs. Luckily, the searay did not have any damage, and is now being used a "liveaboard"

 

[seaeric]

You would only have to ship your boat as far South as the Chesapeake to have repairs done. Lots of good yards and service facilities here.

 

[CurrentSea]

Guy in my marina with a Viking had a Captain drive his boat to Viking for repairs.
He said he wouldn't trust anyone but them to fix it right.

 

[Pa Mikee]

Having the manufacture do the repairs is probably the most expensive route to take. On a newer, larger, and expensive boats it may also be the best way go if there is significant structual damage. They could have one of their engineers look over the damage and decide on how to best repair it. For cosmetic work many more places should be able to do that.