Most hired-out repairs of any type are roughly 50 percent labor and 50 percent materials. Not so with this fix—hull repairs are all about labor. The repairs on this boat would cost roughly $3,000 at a shop. But the materials only cost about $250 and the buffer about $150! So roll up your sleeves. Your fiberglass boat repair might not be perfect, but your boat will look unbelievably better than it did before. Just don’t try to rush or skimp on the materials. And know that this job is much bigger than it looks.
The company has reached the $2M sales mark each year, even withstanding the challenges of hurricanes Irma and Maria and the pandemic of 2020. Some of the assets to be part of this sale include two stores (on each end of St. Thomas) with leased space totaling over 4,000 square feet! Newer GMC 1500 company truck and over $500,000 in inventory! This is an incredible opportunity to further the success of an established and respected business. Detailed financials available with executed NDA.
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a HDPE sheet designed for the marine environment, it’s a widely popular marine material because it will never rot or delaminate, and is virtually maintenance free. It’s very easy to work with using common woodworking tools, but cannot be glued or bent. Perfect for doors, hatches, storage units, rod holders and tackle boxes.
a polyurethane foam filled with strand and woven fiberglass making it as structurally sound as plywood, but weighs about 30-40% less and will never rot or absorb water. Although it will not absorb water or rot, in most cases we recommend covering the material as it is not UV stable and due to the fiberglass composition can be rough on skin. Ideal for decking, bulkheads, and transom replacements.
a lighter weight version of King Starboard that’s less expensive but not as rigid. The reason for it being lighter and less expensive is that when extruded, a blowing agent is added. The tradeoff for this is that it has a cellular edge that dirties easily so it’s not ideal for visible applications. That said, it works well for areas not visible like tackle box shells, upholstery substrates and backing plates.
an easy to work with, less expensive, alternative to other countertop materials. It is available in many attractive colors and designs. That said, it is not as durable as natural stone or granite and has lower heat limitations, but it’s perfect for countertops, vanities and wet bars.
To fix gouges and deep scratches, you’ll need “chop” about $7 online or at paint and art supply stores). To finish the job, you’ll need a professional-type buffer. The variable-speed feature is important, and so is the high power of a professional buffer. So don’t skimp on one or think you can get by with a $29 wax polisher. Use a wool buffing pad (such as a Dewalt DW4988 pad, available through our affiliation with amazon.com or westmarine.com), and buffing compound (3M Imperial Compound and Finishing Material, which is what Chris uses, available through our affiliation with amazon.com or westmarine.com).
Hood Canvas LLC is for sale after 43 years of high-quality marine canvas fabrication. No real estate is included. The contents of the 1200 Sq. Ft. shop would need to be moved to a new location. If relocating into the area, the 3,280 Sq. Ft. house behind the shop and the shop can be purchased separately from the business if desired. The house and the shop cannot be separated and must be purchased together.
The average profit /gallon is $1.00 and there Is far less operating cost than any other fuel supply chain real estate. This service is app driven and memberships provide customers steady reliable gas service throughout their summer season.
In some cases, the hole can be patched by grinding the damaged area down and then using a heated brazing rod to join the two. Then, you can sand the area to make it smooth.
The recent hurricanes have made this rare opportunity to purchase a highly profitable business even better for years to come. This business is an extremely well-known and strong leader in the marine products/supply industry. The business dominates the industry in North America yet still has plenty of room for growth. A new owner could maintain the systems and processes of the company and reap the benefits/profits of a very solid company OR expand on the ideas for growth that the Seller will share in a Buyer / Seller meeting. They provide products direct to consumer and direct to business that pertains to people who live, work, and enjoys recreational time in a marine-type environment. They even have customers in local and state government agencies. The company was not affected by the shutdowns and business restrictions. If anything, this increased business significantly and has continued to grow as the marine industry grows.
Owners have reduced price for quick sale! Island Marine Outfitters has been a leading corporation in the US Virgin Islands since 1982, having been in good standing with the local government throughout. Sellers hold an A+ rating with customers ranging from locals to residents of the BVI’s, Puerto Rico and many yachting enthusiasts making crossings.
Check the through-hull fittings to make sure they are still properly sealed. Also check the seacocks to make sure they are in working order. Replace any broken ones. Look for cracking and crazing in the fiberglass around fixtures and fittings, such as cleats. Make sure load-bearing fixtures have a proper backing plate.
Long established successful business. The company is an authorized dealer and highest-level Master certified technician of boating’s top brand names and related parts and services. Key services that are provided at the business include engine trouble shooting, repair and repowering, electronics installation, spring commissioning, bottom painting, shrink wrapping, indoor heated and outdoor covered storage and launch services.
Those interested in restoring a classic boat will need more products and materials than those who are repairing a newer boat. The most common types of materials needed for fiberglass repairs are fiberglass cloth and resin.
Boat refurbishing and boat restoration can be much more complicated than the tips above, but the checklist will allow you to work on basic exterior and boat interior restoration.
