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Tony Harris of SeattleBoatDetailing.com polishing a boat at a Puget Sound boatyard, representing expert marine detailing since 1992.
Team member of SeattleBoatDetailing.com is buffing a Sea Ray hull onsite at Des Moines Marina, Washington.

SeattleBoatDetailing.com provides onsite marine detailing throughout Puget Sound, backed by 34+ years of marine detailing experience. We specialize in gelcoat oxidation restoration, Marine SiO2 Ceramic Coatings, pre-sale detailing, seasonal care, and relocation preparation, with services tailored to the vessel's condition, use, and specific needs. For more than three decades, boat owners, marina offices, and yacht clubs have referred Tony and our detailing team by name for trusted marine care.

All services are provided by estimate. Pricing varies based on the type of service, year, make, model, and condition, and is subject to verification of the vessel's condition before work begins.

MOST REQUESTED DETAILING SERVICES

GELCOAT OXIDATION & SURFACE RESTORATION

Restore faded, chalky, and weathered gelcoat to a cleaner, deeper, high-gloss finish.

  • Oxidation & Chalking Removal: Corrects dull, faded, and heavily weathered gelcoat to restore color, clarity, and gloss.
  • Waterline Stain & Surface Decontamination: Removes stubborn waterline staining, rail dust, rust fallout, and environmental contaminants that ordinary washing cannot remove.
  • Surface Preparation for Protection: Creates a clean, corrected surface ready for wax, sealant, or ceramic protection.
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MARINE SiO2 CERAMIC COATINGS

Advanced SiO2 ceramic coatings that add durable gloss, water repellency, and extended surface protection.

  • UV & Environmental Protection: Helps protect gelcoat and painted surfaces from UV exposure, salt, oxidation, and environmental contaminants.
  • Hydrophobic Surface Protection: Repels water, waterline buildup, and surface grime to help keep the vessel cleaner between washes.
  • Enhanced Gloss & Finish Preservation: Adds depth and shine to gelcoat and painted surfaces while sealing in a high-gloss reflection and helping preserve the vessel's finish for years to come.
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BROKERAGE & FSBO PRE-SALE DETAILING

Pre-sale detailing designed to help your vessel stand out in the market, attract buyer interest, and present at its best for listing photos, showings, and sale.

  • Maximize Market Value: A clean, vibrant vessel stands out against competing listings and presents as well cared for, helping attract more buyer interest, viewing requests, and stronger offers.
  • Waterline-Up or Targeted Section Work: Whether you need a complete waterline-up detail or only certain areas addressed, we can tailor a package to your boat's specific needs and sale preparation goals.
  • Interior Odor & Mildew Removal: Helps eliminate cabin mildew, pet odors, smoke odors, and other unwanted interior smells so buyers experience a cleaner, more meticulously cared-for vessel.
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NEW VESSEL PROTECTION

Start ownership with a clean, protected vessel designed for easier cleanup and lasting protection of your investment.

  • Factory Transport Surface Cleanse: Removes rail dust, transport fallout, water spots, and other contaminants that can settle on new gelcoat during shipping and delivery.
  • Ceramic & Surface Protection: SiO2 ceramic coatings and other protective treatments help preserve gelcoat, painted surfaces, vinyl, and other exposed areas from UV, salt, and environmental wear.
  • Establish an Annual Detailing Plan: Whether your boat is brand new or newly acquired, we can evaluate its current condition, address immediate surface-care needs, and help establish an annual detailing plan based on how and where you use and store the vessel.
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SEASONAL & ANNUAL VESSEL CARE

SPRING COMMISSIONING & CRUISE-READY DETAILING

Maximize your time on the water and prepare your boat early for Opening Day events and summer cruising with detailing tailored to your vessel’s needs.

  • Spring Commissioning Preparation: Remove winter grime and help protect your vessel from UV rays, salt, and environmental elements with our spring detailing service.
  • Cruise-Ready Detailing: Pre-trip detailing helps protect your boat’s surfaces from salt, UV exposure, and environmental elements so you can start your trip with a clean vessel and focus on enjoying time on the water with family and friends.
  • Post-Cruise Cleanup: Let us take care of your post-cruise cleanup with a thorough detail that removes accumulated salt, waterline buildup, fish residue, and travel grime after extended time on the water.
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ANNUAL DETAILING SERVICES

Annual detailing is preventive care that helps protect your vessel's condition, appearance, and value through consistent year-round maintenance.

  • Preserve Condition & Reduce Corrective Work: Regular professional detailing helps protect gelcoat, painted surfaces, vinyl, and other exposed areas while reducing the need for more extensive and costly restoration later.
  • Consistent Annual Care: Establish a detailing schedule based on your vessel's condition, storage, usage, and exposure so important maintenance is not unintentionally delayed or skipped from season to season.
  • Priority Scheduling for Annual Clients: Annual detailing clients receive priority scheduling before the boating season opens, helping secure preferred service timing before our spring calendar fills.
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WINTER LAY-UP, BOATHOUSE & ABSENTEE CARE

Off-season vessel care for absentee owners, with local monitoring, moisture management, and winter detailing support to help protect your boat until spring.

  • Absentee Vessel Monitoring: Routine visual checks, post-storm inspections, shore-power verification, and photo updates provide local support for absentee owners.
  • Moisture & Pest Monitoring: DampRid setup helps control excess cabin moisture, while visible spider droppings and pest concerns are monitored and addressed before they cause permanent staining or surface damage.
  • Pre-Winter Surface Protection: Get a head start on spring detailing. When your vessel is stored in a protected structure such as a boathouse or indoor storage facility, detailing and surface protection may be completed before the spring rush.
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SPECIALTY MARINE SERVICES

INHERITED BOAT & ESTATE TRANSITION DETAILING

Vessel detailing and surface-care support for estate transitions, ownership changes, and relocation.

  • Estate & Inherited Vessel Detailing: Prepares inherited vessels for family transfer, continued ownership, broker listing, or sale while helping restore and preserve the vessel's appearance and value.
  • Vessel Care During Ownership Transition: Helps maintain and restore exterior and interior surfaces while a vessel is transferring to a new owner, awaiting sale, or moving through an estate transition.
  • Relocation & Pre-Transport Surface Care: Prepares your vessel's surfaces for relocation or transport and works alongside your marine manager, broker, or transport team to help coordinate detailing before the vessel moves.
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INSURANCE CLAIMS & INCIDENT DAMAGE RESTORATION

Specialized detailing and surface remediation for vessels affected by overspray, ash, smoke, mold, vandalism, and other covered incidents.

  • Insurance Claim Documentation & Coordination: Provides detailed estimates, damage photos, and communication with adjusters from BoatUS, Chubb, Progressive, and regional marine insurance carriers to help document detailing-related restoration needs.
  • Incident Damage Surface Restoration: Addresses paint overspray, wildfire ash, volcanic ash, mold contamination, vandalism residue, and other surface-related damage using appropriate marine detailing methods.
  • Onsite Damage Evaluation: Evaluates the affected areas to determine whether the damage can be addressed through our detailing and surface-restoration services. When additional repair work is needed, we can recommend the appropriate marine specialist.
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INTERIOR DETAILING, SANITATION & AIR QUALITY CARE

Interior cleaning and odor care that helps keep cabins, cockpits, seating, and enclosed living spaces clean, fresh, and comfortable.

  • Vinyl & Leather Care: Deep cleaning and hand-applied UV protection helps keep cockpit seating, bolsters, and helm upholstery clean, conditioned, and protected from salt exposure and drying.
  • Odor, Mold & Smoke Treatment: Interior deep cleaning, moisture-control options, and odor treatments help address mold, pet odors, wildfire smoke, and trapped dampness in cabins, galleys, and heads.
  • Cockpit Non-Skid & Custom Piecework: Deep cleaning removes embedded grime, fish residue, and bait oils from cockpit and non-skid areas. Custom interior piecework can also be added to an exterior detail or used to prepare specific areas of a vessel for sale.
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Need a Service Not Listed?

If you need a marine detailing service that is not listed above, please submit a Request a Quote form and tell us what you specifically need. Our team will review your request and contact you to determine whether we can help. If the service falls outside our scope, we may be able to direct you to the right marine service provider.

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Where We Serve

SeattleBoatDetailing.com provides mobile marine detailing throughout Puget Sound. Our team comes to your vessel at your marina, dock, boatyard, dry stack, home, or driveway.

Service Areas Include

  • Seattle
  • Tacoma
  • Gig Harbor
  • Des Moines
  • Poulsbo
  • Lake Union
  • Lake Washington
  • Surrounding Puget Sound communities

Outside Our Standard Service Area?

Service outside our standard area may be available. Contact us with your vessel location and service needs, and we will let you know whether we can accommodate the request. An additional travel charge may apply to locations outside our standard service areas.