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Boat Hull Cleaning Near You
Sarasota to Hernando Beach, FL

Certified commercial diver serving Florida's Gulf Coast. Underwater hull cleaning, barnacle removal, marine growth removal, boat detailing, prop service, and zinc anode replacement — at the dock, no haul-out needed.

Serving Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota, Clearwater, Tarpon Springs, Palmetto, New Port Richey, Hudson & Hernando Beach.

What We Do

Complete Underwater & Marine Services

One call covers everything below the waterline. Led by a certified commercial diver with international offshore experience, now serving Florida's Gulf Coast.

Underwater Hull Cleaning

Remove barnacles, algae, and marine growth from your hull without hauling out. Improves fuel efficiency and protects your bottom paint.

Boat Detailing

Full exterior wash, wax, and polish. We bring your vessel back to showroom condition — hull, deck, topsides, and brightwork.

Prop Removal & Service

Underwater propeller removal, inspection, and reinstallation. We handle fouled, damaged, or seized props right at the dock.

Zinc Anode Replacement

Protect your underwater metals from corrosion. We inspect and replace sacrificial zinc anodes on hulls, shafts, and running gear.

Pile Wrapping

Extend the life of your dock pilings with professional pile wrapping. Prevents marine borer damage and structural decay.

Search & Recovery

Lost something overboard? We locate and recover items from the bottom — keys, phones, anchors, outdrives, and more.

Our Work

Real Results, Real Boats

Every job is documented. Here's a look at what we do every day across Florida's Gulf Coast.

Boat detailing - clean Maritimo yacht in Florida
Full Detail — Maritimo Yacht
Fouled propellers removed from boat hull in Florida
Prop Removal — Marine Growth Buildup
Dockside hull cleaning with hookah diving equipment
Hull Cleaning — Dockside Service
Underwater zinc anode replacement on boat hull
Zinc Anode Replacement — Underwater
Underwater propeller inspection by certified diver
Underwater Prop Inspection
Recovered bronze propellers from underwater
Search & Recovery — Bronze Props
Landon - certified commercial diver and hull cleaning specialist in Florida
Meet Landon

Internationally Certified.
Locally Trusted.

I'm a Certified Class II Air Diver, Underwater Welder, and Diver Medic with international offshore experience. I brought that expertise home to Florida's Suncoast to give boat owners something they deserve — professional-grade underwater services without the runaround.

When you call for underwater hull cleaning, you get a professional dive team focused on safety, quality, and reliable service below the waterline.

Serving Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota, Clearwater, Tarpon Springs, Palmetto, New Port Richey, Hudson, Hernando Beach, and surrounding areas.

Certified

Commercial Diver

Diver

Medic Certified

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Simple Process

How Underwater Hull Cleaning Works

From your first call to a clean hull — here's what to expect when you book Hull Cleaning FL.

01

Call or Text for a Free Quote

Reach out by phone or through the contact form. Tell us your boat length, location, and when you need service. We'll give you a straightforward price, no surprises.

02

We Come to Your Dock

No hauling, no boatyard fees, no downtime. Landon dives at your slip or marina and cleans the hull underwater while your boat stays right where it is. We serve docks across Sarasota, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Tampa, Tarpon Springs, New Port Richey, Hudson, and Hernando Beach.

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Detailed Inspection Report

After every clean, you receive a detailed inspection report. You'll know exactly what was removed, the condition of your hull, zincs, props, and running gear — all documented.

Common Questions

Boat Hull Cleaning — What Florida Boat Owners Ask

Everything you need to know about underwater hull cleaning in Florida's Gulf Coast waters.

How often should I have my boat hull cleaned in Florida?

Florida's warm Gulf waters cause fouling 2–3x faster than cooler northern waters. Most boat owners need underwater hull cleaning every 2–4 weeks to maintain peak performance and protect their bottom paint. Boats that sit in warmer, more sheltered water foul faster and may need service every 2 weeks.

What is included in an underwater hull cleaning?

Every hull cleaning includes removal of barnacles, algae, marine growth, and slime from the hull bottom using scrapers, pads, and brushes. We also visually inspect the running gear, propeller, zinc anodes, shaft, and rudder and report on their condition.

Do you replace zinc anodes during hull cleaning?

Yes. We inspect all zinc anodes (hull, shaft, rudder, trim tab) during every cleaning and can replace them on the spot if they're depleted. Zincs are your boat's primary defense against galvanic corrosion — checking them every visit keeps your underwater metals protected.

What areas of Florida do you serve?

We serve the Suncoast and Coastal West Central Florida region — including Sarasota, Palmetto, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Tarpon Springs, New Port Richey, Hudson, and Hernando Beach. We also cover Tampa and surrounding marinas. If you're not sure whether we reach your marina, give us a call.

Can you clean large boats and yachts?

Yes. We clean recreational vessels from small center consoles up to 300-foot yachts. We do not service commercial vessels. If you have a large yacht, contact us to discuss scheduling and pricing.

Do you offer maintenance contracts for regular cleaning?

Absolutely. Most of our customers are on a recurring maintenance schedule — every 2 weeks or monthly depending on where they keep their boat and how much it's used. A maintenance contract means you never have to remember to call, and you get priority scheduling.

Transparent Pricing

How Hull Cleaning Is Priced in Florida

Boat hull cleaning in Florida is typically priced per linear foot of vessel length. The condition of your hull affects cost — a boat cleaned regularly costs less per visit than one that hasn't been cleaned in months and has heavy barnacle buildup. Zinc replacement, prop service, and underwater repairs are quoted separately.

Per-Foot Pricing

Routine hull cleaning is billed by the foot of vessel length. Straightforward and predictable — you know your cost before we dive.

Hourly Rates

Prop removal, zinc replacement, pile wrapping, and specialty underwater work is quoted per job. We give you an estimate before we start.

Maintenance Plans

Regular customers on 2-week or monthly schedules get priority booking and consistent clean hulls all season long — no need to call each time.

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Where We Work

Serving from Sarasota to Hernando

We service the entire Suncoast and Coastal West Central Florida — from Sarasota north to Hernando Beach. If your boat is docked on the Gulf side, we can reach you.

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Common Questions

Ready to Get Your Hull Cleaned?

Free quotes. Flexible scheduling. One certified diver who handles everything. Reach out today and let's get your boat running clean.

Why Florida Boat Owners Need Underwater Hull Cleaning

Florida's warm Gulf waters create near-ideal conditions for barnacles, algae, and marine growth year-round. Boats here foul 2–3x faster than in cooler northern waters — which is why regular underwater hull cleaning every 2–4 weeks is so important.

Save Fuel

A fouled hull increases drag and can cut fuel efficiency by up to 30%. A clean hull saves you money on every trip.

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Protect Bottom Paint

Hard barnacle growth damages antifouling paint when it bonds. Regular cleaning extends paint life and prevents costly haul-outs.

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No Haul-Out Needed

We clean your hull underwater right at your dock or slip. No boatyard trip, no downtime, no extra fees.

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