Marine Services in the Okanagan — What's Available and When You Need It

Owning a boat on the Okanagan is straightforward right up until something needs attention. Here's a practical overview of the marine services available in the region and what situations call for each one.

Fiberglass and gel coat repair

The most common structural repair need for fiberglass boats. Covers everything from minor gel coat chips and surface crazing to impact damage, stress cracks, and osmotic blistering. Should be handled by someone with proper composite repair training — improper repairs trap moisture and fail within a season or two.

Crowley Marine Care holds a certification in fiberglass and gel coat repair through Advanced Composite Technologies in London, Ontario.

Marine detailing

Interior and exterior cleaning, polishing, and protection. A proper detail isn't just cosmetic — regular polishing and surface protection significantly extends the life of gel coat and interior materials. Boats in the Okanagan see intense UV exposure from May through September, which accelerates oxidation and UV degradation of vinyl and upholstery without regular treatment.

Shrink wrapping

Winter storage protection for boats not going into indoor storage. A properly applied shrink wrap keeps moisture, debris, and UV off the boat through the winter and significantly reduces the cleaning and prep work required in spring.

Acid washing

Removes mineral deposits, rust staining, waterline buildup, and other contamination that regular washing doesn't address. Particularly useful for boats that have been sitting in hard water or showing significant waterline staining.

Teak restoration

Teak decking and trim that's been neglected greys out and can crack. Restoration involves cleaning, sanding, and treatment to bring the wood back and protect it going forward.

Metal fabrication

Custom fabrication for boats — boarding ladders, rod holders, bimini frames, dock hardware, and other marine applications. Useful when off-the-shelf hardware doesn't fit or when a custom solution is needed.

Mobile service across the Okanagan

All of the above is available as mobile service — we come to your marina, storage facility, or property across Kelowna, West Kelowna, Lake Country, Vernon, Penticton, Peachland, and the surrounding Okanagan region.

Get a custom quote at crowleymarinecare.ca.