Boat maintenanceand refits in Dubrovnik

From routine washing and polishing to hull sanding, antifouling and keel repairs. We work on the hard and in the marinas around Dubrovnik — all year round, with photographs of every step.

Sailing yacht on the hard after a refit
Restored teak deck
Fresh antifouling coat
Polished boat hull
01 · Services

Everything your boat needs, in one place

01Regular boat washing and cleaning

Exterior washing of the hull, superstructure and deck, plus removal of salt and deposits — one-off or on a regular schedule.

02Hull and superstructure polishing

Machine polishing of the gelcoat to a high gloss — removing oxidation, fine scratches and dull patches.

Polished topsides with a high gloss
Hull after polishing
03Protective wax application

A protective coat of wax after polishing — longer-lasting gloss and gelcoat protection against UV and salt.

04Antifouling coating

Preparing the underwater hull and applying antifouling paint against marine growth — in good time, before the season.

Fresh antifouling on the hull
Underwater hull being prepared
05Hull sanding and preparation

Sanding off old coatings and preparing the substrate for new layers — the foundation of any lasting finish.

Sailboat hull during sanding
Sanded underwater hull
06Zinc anode service and replacement

Inspection and replacement of the sacrificial anodes that protect the shaft, propeller and hull from galvanic corrosion.

07Propeller cleaning and maintenance

Removing growth, polishing and checking the propeller and shaft for smooth, efficient running.

08Oil, filter and impeller changes

Routine engine service: changing the oil, filters and impeller, plus a check of the cooling system.

09Battery maintenance

Testing, charging and replacing batteries, plus a check of the onboard wiring before the season and before winter layup.

10Gelcoat and minor damage repairs

Repairing scratches, impacts and cracks in the gelcoat — back to the original gloss and colour.

Repaired transom in the workshop
Gelcoat repair after finishing
11Osmosis treatment (as required)

Diagnosing and treating osmosis: opening the blisters, drying the hull and applying new protective epoxy layers.

12Teak decks — cleaning, restoration and protection

Deep cleaning, sanding and sealing of the teak — the deck returned to a warm, even tone of wood.

Restored teak cockpit deck
Teak cockpit after restoration
13Getting the boat ready for the season

Full preparation for launch: coatings, engine, equipment and a final check — the boat ready for the sea.

14Winterising and layup

Preparation for the winter berth: conserving the engine and systems, protecting the interior and covering the boat.

15Arranging lift-out and launch

We arrange the crane, transport and dry berth — from the water to the yard and back, with nothing for the owner to worry about.

Sailing yacht on the hard
Boat on stands in the yard
16Regular checks and preventive maintenance

Periodic visits to the boat at its berth, catching small faults in good time before they turn into big ones.

17Advice on maintenance and equipment

Guidance on a maintenance plan and the choice of coatings and equipment — before buying a boat and before major work.

02 · From the workshop

Keel repair — from corrosion to launch

One project, five steps: a neglected sailboat keel brought back to full condition, documented from the workshop.

Corroded keel before work
01 · As found
Sanding the keel back to sound material
02 · Sanding back to sound material
Filling and fairing the keel
03 · Filling and fairing
Primer coat on the repaired keel
04 · Primer coat
Sailing yacht with the restored keel, ready for launch
05 · Ready for launch
03 · How we work
STEP 01

Call and arrange

Get in touch by phone or message — we'll arrange an inspection and a time that suits you.

STEP 02

Inspection and estimate

We look the boat over at its berth or on the hard and give a clear estimate of the work and the timescale.

STEP 03

Carrying out the work

We carry out the work within the agreed time, with progress photos sent to your phone.

STEP 04

Handover

We go through the finished work together and put the boat back in the water, ready for the season.

04 · Where we work

Dubrovnik and the surrounding area

We come to your berth or arrange a lift-out to the hard — we cover the marinas and harbours of the Dubrovnik area.

ACI Marina DubrovnikKomolac
Gruž HarbourDubrovnik
Zaton and OrašacRiviera
SlanoDubrovnik coast
CavtatKonavle
Dry berths and slipwaysby arrangement
Boats on the hard in the yard
05 · Contact

Book a slot

Call for an inspection and estimate — we reply the same day.

+385 91 523 3369