Fiberglass Repair & Gelcoat Restoration in Stockton, CA
From hairline cracks to deep gouges to fully oxidized hulls, we restore fiberglass boats to factory-new condition.
INTRO
Fiberglass damage doesn't fix itself, and ignored, it gets expensive. A hairline crack lets water in, the water finds the laminate, and what was a $200 cosmetic patch becomes a $2,000 structural job. The fix is straightforward when you catch it early, and we'd rather see your boat sooner than later. We've repaired everything from scraped gelcoat to impact-damaged transoms. Every repair is built the right way: ground out, layered, cured, faired, and color-matched so the boat looks like it never happened
DAMAGE WE FIX
• Spider cracks (stress fractures in gelcoat)
• Gouges, scratches, and impact dings
• Cracked corners and rub-rail damage
• Through-hull and waterline damage
• Soft spots and delamination
• Transom cracks and stress damage
• Stringer and bulkhead repair
• Heavy oxidation, chalking, and color fade
• Insurance-claim repairs (we work with most carriers)
OUR PROCESS
1. Assessment
We meet you, look at the damage, test for hidden delamination or moisture if needed, and give you a firm quote and timeline before any work starts.
2. Prep
We grind out the damaged area to clean glass, taper the edges so the new layer bonds properly, and protect the surrounding hull. No shortcuts.
3. Repair
We layer fiberglass cloth and marine-grade resin appropriate to the damage type structural or cosmetic. Each layer is fully cured before the next.
4. Color match & finish
This is where most repair jobs go wrong, and where we shine. We mix gelcoat (or marine paint, on painted hulls) to match your boat's exact color, apply, sand, and polish to a glass finish that disappears into the surrounding hull.
5. Final walk-through
We text you before-and-after photos, walk through any care instructions, and stand behind our work. If you can find the repair line, we'll buy you a tank of fuel
Faded, Chalked Gelcoat? We Bring It Back
Gelcoat oxidation is what happens when UV breaks down the top layer of your hull. The boat looks dull, chalky, and faded, sometimes splotchy. The good news: in most cases, it's correctable without paint. Our gelcoat restoration is a three-step process, heavy compound cuts the oxidation, polish refines the surface, and a sealing wax locks in the gloss. The result is the boat's original color and shine. Lasts a full season with proper care
COMMON QUESTIONS
Is this a cosmetic repair or a structural one?
We'll tell you straight after the inspection. Cosmetic repairs are about restoring the look. Structural repairs involve damage that affects the boat's integrity, and those need to be done properly with the right materials and cure times. Don't trust a shop that doesn't make that distinction.
Do you handle insurance-claim repairs?
Yes. We provide detailed itemized estimates that work with most marine insurance carriers Geico Marine, Progressive, Boat US, and others. We can also send before/after documentation directly to your adjuster.
Can you really color match my hull exactly?
Yes, that's the whole point of the service. We sample your hull's current color (accounting for UV aging), mix gelcoat or paint to match, and apply in light coats. Most repairs are invisible at arm's length.
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