Do You Need a Professional to Install a VHF Radio and AIS?
Short answer: swapping an existing VHF radio for a new one is a reasonable DIY job. Installing VHF from scratc...
Fiberglass Boat Damage: When to DIY and When to Call a Professional
Here is the honest rule of thumb we give boaters at Marine Overhauling in Pompano Beach, FL: cosmetic damage a...
Ablative vs. Hard Bottom Paint: How to Choose for Florida Boats
The short version: ablative bottom paint wears away in use, constantly exposing fresh biocide, which makes it ...
How Often Should You Bottom Paint a Boat in Florida?
In Florida, most boats that live in the water need fresh bottom paint every 12 to 24 months. Ablative antifoul...
Cost to Bottom Paint a Boat in South Florida (2026 Guide)
Bottom paint is one of those jobs South Florida boat owners can't skip — in warm water that never gets a winte...
Fiberglass Boat Repair Cost: What Drives the Price (2026 Guide)
"How much does fiberglass boat repair cost?" is the first question every owner asks after spotting a crack, go...
Starlink & Marine Internet Guide: Satellite, Cellular & Routers
Reliable internet on a boat has gone from luxury to expectation — for weather routing, remote work, streaming ...
Marine VHF Radio Guide: DSC, AIS, Fixed vs Handheld
A marine VHF radio is the one piece of communication gear no boat should leave the dock without. It's your lin...
Marine Audio System Guide: Speakers, Amps, Subs & Sources
A great boat sound system has to fight wind, engine noise and open air — nothing like a car or living room. Th...
How to Choose a Fishfinder: CHIRP, Down/Side Imaging & Live Sonar
The right fishfinder turns guesswork into a clear picture of what's under the boat — depth, structure, bait an...