★ 5.0 on Google Licensed & Insured Owner-Operated by Kevin Gardner
24.9477° N, 80.6079° W · Islamorada, FL
Mobile · Dockside · Seven Days a Week
Wash & wax, gelcoat restoration, ceramic coating, hull cleaning, and interior detailing — all at your dock, marina, or private slip. No haul-out. No lost weekends. Every job starts with a firm written quote from photos or a dockside look.
Start with your yacht’s length:
1,500+
vessels detailed
10+
years in the Keys
7
days a week
5.0
Google rating
Why the Keys are different
Year-round saltwater exposure, intense UV and constant humidity accelerate gelcoat oxidation, fade brightwork and degrade protective coatings faster than almost anywhere in the country. A boat that looks fine in March can turn chalky by August without proper maintenance.
That's why we build recurring care into everything we do — prevention keeps finishes out of the correction shop, and keeps the gelcoat you already have.
Our Services
Each service can stand alone or combine into a recurring plan. Your firm quote comes from photos or a dockside look, in writing, before we schedule.
Typical visit: 3–4 hours
Hand wash with marine-safe soap, chamois dry, and wax or sealant. Weekly or monthly preventive care with quarterly wax rotations.
Products: Starke Yacht Wash, Collinite or RejeX protection
Frequency: Every 2–4 weeks
Typical visit: full day (6–10 hrs)
Compounding and polishing to remove oxidation and restore depth and clarity. Severe defects may require wet sanding. Sealed with wax, sealant, or ceramic.
Products: Starke heavy-cut compound, foam & wool pads
Best for: Chalky, faded, scratched gelcoat
Typical project: 2 days
Professional-grade ceramic for 2–5 year UV protection and hydrophobic behavior. Requires full prep — compounding, polishing, IPA wipe. Maintenance plan included.
Products: Starke Repel Pro, Dura Coat marine ceramic
Lifespan: 2–5 years with maintenance
Typical visit: 2–3 hours
Above-waterline hull cleaning for waterline buildup, scum and staining. Does not include diving, below-waterline work, or running gear.
Targets: Salt film, tannin banding, rust weep, soot
Frequency: Every 4–12 weeks by slip type
Typical cabin: 4–8 hours
Metal polishing, teak care, cabin detailing, canvas, isinglass and upholstery. Mold removal, carpet extraction and fabric protection scoped as needed.
Scope: Confirmed from photos or a walkthrough
Specialty: Creek & canal mold treatment
Tell us your boat length, where it's docked, and what the finish looks like. We'll place it in the right tier — maintenance, correction, or protection — and quote exactly that. No upsell.
How Quotes Work
No flat-rate guessing, because no two Keys boats age the same way. Six factors set your scope:
1 · Length & layout
Linear footage sets the baseline; tower boats and walkarounds add surface area.
2 · Oxidation level
The chalk test decides whether you need maintenance or correction — the biggest swing factor.
3 · Hull color
Dark hulls show swirl and need finer polishing stages; light hulls correct faster.
4 · Access
Open lift vs. tight slip vs. creek dock changes setup time and equipment.
5 · Vertical scope
Hull sides to rub rail vs. deck-and-topside only. Confirm which your quote covers.
6 · Time since protection
Living wax cuts prep time; a bare two-season hull doesn't.
The promise: send two daylight photos and your length, and you get a firm written quote — no hidden fees, no surprise line items once scope is confirmed.
Case Study · Mangrove Marina, Tavernier
While this Formula 380 Super Sport Crossover was out of the water for engine service, we completed a full detail and two-stage gelcoat correction from the hardtop down to the waterline, then sealed the finish by hand.
How We Work
Photos or a dockside look; oxidation, access and scope checked; firm written quote issued.
Slip number, gate code, marina water confirmed. You don't need to be there.
Wash, decontaminate, and — for correction or coating — compound, polish and IPA-wipe.
Products and tools matched to your vessel's material and condition.
Completion photos plus notes on condition and what to watch next.
Why Mobile
| Boatyard / Haul-Out | IYMS Mobile Detailing | |
|---|---|---|
| Haul-out requirement | Standard practice | None — we come to your dock |
| Scheduling | Wait weeks for a slot | Booked in days, seven days a week |
| Your weekends | Boat out of commission | Boat stays usable |
| Attention | Rotates between many boats | Same dedicated crew each visit |
| Proof of work | Hard to track | Service updates when useful |
Recurring Care
A one-off detail makes a boat shine for a week. A recurring plan keeps it protected all year — stopping salt film and oxidation before they ever set in.
Predictable care
A standing plan keeps protection current all year.
Stops oxidation early
Weekly or monthly care prevents restoration-level work.
Priority scheduling
Recurring clients get first pick of dock days.
Same crew, every visit
We know your boat and its finish.
For outdoor boats, a monthly schedule is usually the right call.
What a monthly plan covers
Full exterior wash & chamois dry
Every visit, top to waterline.
Quarterly wax or sealant
Keeps UV protection current.
Brightwork & metal touch-ups
Stops rust before it pits.
Finish check & service notes
We flag anything that needs your attention.
Service Area
Marinas and private docks within about 50 miles of Islamorada — including Mangrove Marina, Islamorada Yacht Village, Bluefin Rock Harbor and Church Key. Longer-distance work can be scheduled for larger restoration or coating projects.
FAQ
Send two daylight photos (full hull side plus a waterline or oxidation close-up), your length and where she's kept. You get a firm written quote before scheduling.
We come to your dock, marina, private slip, lift or trailer. No haul-out required for any service.
A 35-foot wash & wax takes 3–4 hours. Gelcoat restoration on a 35–40 foot boat takes a full day. Ceramic coating takes two days including prep and curing. Interior detailing typically 4–8 hours.
Starke Yacht Care compounds, polishes and ceramic coatings; Dura Coat Technologies ceramic systems; marine-safe soaps and cleaners formulated for gelcoat, fiberglass, aluminum and teak.
Most outdoor boats benefit from a wash every 2–3 weeks and wax or sealant every 3–4 months. Ceramic coating lasts 2–5 years with proper maintenance.
Wash & wax is routine maintenance with temporary protection lasting a few months. Ceramic coating is a bonded long-term layer (2–5 years) with maintenance washes. Most owners combine both.
Get started
Tell us about your boat. We respond as quickly as possible, and for urgent dockside needs, call.
Keep it detailed all year.
Recurring plans stop oxidation before it starts and get priority scheduling.
Phone: 305-396-1787
Hours: Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–1 PM
Location: Islamorada, the Keys, MM 80 area
