Short answer: Harbor Marine details boats at Flowery Branch docks and marina slips: waterline stains, oxidation, pollen, sap, interiors and ceramic coating. Call or text (770) 967-8495 to book.
A clean boat at the end of the dock
When your boat sits at a dock below the house or in a slip at one of Flowery Branch's marinas, you see it every day. You also see the waterline stain creeping up, the gel coat losing its shine, and the cockpit collecting pollen, leaves and water spots. Regular detailing keeps the boat looking like something you want to take out.
Exterior work
- Hull and deck washed.
- Waterline scum line and staining removed.
- Oxidation compounded out and gel coat polished.
- Ceramic coating applied for longer protection.
Spring pollen in North Georgia can coat a boat in yellow dust in a few days. A coating makes it rinse off much more easily.
Interior work
- Vinyl seats cleaned and conditioned.
- Mildew treated.
- Carpet and floors cleaned.
- Helm, gauges and storage cleaned out.
Ceramic coating for dock-kept boats
A ceramic coating over a polished finish gives the gel coat a slick, hard layer that sheds water, pollen and grime. For boats that live in the sun at a dock, it slows fading and cuts down the time you spend washing. We polish first so the coating seals in a clean finish.
Lakeside trees and dock life
Many Flowery Branch docks sit below wooded lots. Trees are pleasant, but they drop leaves, pollen, sap and berries onto boats below, and birds roost in them. Those all stain gel coat and vinyl if they sit. A cover helps between trips, and a ceramic coating makes cleanup much easier when something does land on the boat.
Covers and mildew
A cover protects the boat, but in humid weather it can also trap moisture, and that leads to mildew on seats and carpet. Let the boat air out on dry days, and make sure the cover has vents or supports so water does not pool on top. An interior detail can clean and treat mildew that has already started.
Swim platform and non-skid
A dock boat's swim platform and non-skid deck see constant traffic: people coming down from the house, kids jumping in and out, wet towels and coolers. Lake grime and sunscreen build up in the texture over a season. We scrub these areas properly as part of a Flowery Branch detail, without wearing down the grip that keeps the deck safe.
For boats under lakeside trees, we pay extra attention to sap and staining on the deck and around the windshield.
What affects a Flowery Branch detail
Pricing is set when you call for a quote. These are the things that change the size of the job:
- How long the boat has sat at the dock since its last detail.
- Tree sap, pollen and bird droppings that have set into the finish.
- Waterline staining from months in the water.
- Whether you add ceramic coating for longer protection.
Photos of the hull and seats help us plan the visit.
Season-long shine at the dock
Flowery Branch dock boats look their best when a detail is followed by simple upkeep: a fresh-water rinse after trips, a cover between uses, and a quick wipe of the waterline every few weeks.
Related and nearby
If the detail turns up chips or rub-rail damage, see gel coat repair in Flowery Branch. Closing up for the season? Pair it with winterization in Flowery Branch. See all our Flowery Branch services.
Next door, see detailing in Buford, or detailing on Lake Lanier. Our main detailing and ceramic coating page explains the process. Contact us to schedule.