I just had my 13 year old 34 foot sailboat in at CSR Marine for bottom maintenance, a PSS shaft…read moreseal replacement and running gear maintenance, and some minor electrical and electronics work. I was impressed with the quality of the work and the communication. They laid out a very reasonable work plan, and pointed out a couple of issues that they suggested I handle (more cheaply) myself (even supplying manufacturer part numbers). They hit their budget estimates, were very clear when communicating about a couple of problems that were discovered during the work, and were patient and willing to have me continually asking about the work, to learn more about my boat and about the maintenance work that was being done. I left the yard with all of the work done that I had wanted done, with a great bottom, and with the running gear spinning like a top. This is not the cheapest yard around (I did cringe when I saw the final bill!), but the quality of work, and personal attention, were top notch. I'm very happy to be caught up on my deferred maintenance and to be confident in my systems, and that peace of mind is worth it. Oh, and I'm now about a knot faster than before I went in. Highly recommended. I'll be back.

I used to use this yard all the time for my Searay when Seaview was there. CSR took over and their…read morepolicy now is and I quote the arrogant guy "Unless we have a substantial stake in the work on your boat we won't haul it out!". That means if you don't use their crap mechanics or you are a DIY boater forget going here. Go to Canal Boat Yard, they actually want your business ...

I've been using Dana for various repairs, installations and winterizing for almost ten years now…read morewith my Stingray 205CS. I'm sad to see the bad reviews here as I've always had very positive experiences with his professionalism and skill with my engine, as well as his fair billing.

Used one time paid bill promptly, work was sloppy and expensive. Called back but never got a…read moreresponse.

I rarely write a review. But when expectations are exceeded, I am happy to…read more I just had a great experience with the good folks at Pacific Fiberglass. Everything happened just as they said it would, and the work (bottom paint, cutlass bearings, re-bedding of Radar stand) was top-notch and at a competitive rate. They coordinated everything with the Canal lift, and got me in and out quickly. You can tell they know what they are doing and take pride in their work. Thank you, Robert, Doug, Rick, and Andy!

I brought my sailboat in to Pacific Fiberglass for structural hull and stringer repair after a hard…read moregrounding and the work they completed was top-notch. They did all the coordination with Canal Boatyard for travel lift work and kept in good communication with me through the entire process, staying on schedule and on budget. My boat went back into the water better than ever and I couldn't be happier. It's nice to see a small business such as this be able to stay in business in Seattle. They would be my first choice for any future fiberglass work I might need done.

You get what you pay for. These folks know their stuff, particularly if you have a Perkins marine…read moreengine.

I specifically stated to repair my outboard without superseding the value as I was going to sell it…read moreonline as I got the motor on the back of a boat I bought and didn't need it. The man behind the counter acknowledged my request. I was a little surprised at the high price, but wasn't concerned, because he was the motor proffesional, and that just meant my motor was worth more then I thought. WRONG ! It was listed for two years for the exact repair price and I ended up going down on the price several times. It finally sold for a loss.. Lost over $200. I would have been money ahead to give it away for free un-repaired. I trusted you dang it !

I could count on one hand how often I have written a negative review on Yelp. Owner Dale is rude…read moreand unprofessional. I was told by him, "Get the hell out of my shop you're costing me money by talking." Perhaps we all have bad days, but don't take it out on others. I would give this shop a zero.

Finding a good mobile mechanic that will work on stern drives is difficult in this area. Most of…read morethe greats are retired as this technology is getting long in the tooth. I was very pleased to find Lakeside Boat would visit my marina and work on my motor. The scheduling was hard to get done though - I was ready to find another mechanic before we started. Once the work was on the schedule, I felt good - going to get some maintenance (tune up/oil change) and have my manifolds replaced as they were getting on 5 years (routine to change them on that interval). Josh sent me a bill for parts estimated - and I know that that will vary to some degree once the work starts. Paid it right away because I wanted to get the boat in tip top again. During the day of the service, I got a call - a part was not anticipated, and it would add $900 to the bill. Ok. At that point, I'm kind of committed so I said OK. I didn't realize I was going to pay shop labor rate for Josh to drive to Kent to pick up those parts and then drive them to Edmonds. That added $1000 to the bill for delivery and then Josh waiting around. At the end of the day, I got the call that the boat was done - and because it would not start (it had been running for me reliably until then) another part was needed. Again, at that point I'm committed. Got the final bill via the online portal - and paid it right away even though I was at that point in total sticker shock. The total price came in over $5,000. I had questions. I finally got Josh on the phone - he's disappointed, I'm disappointed - because I've had mobile work done on my boat for years and years - and never had this feeling that I got fleeced. After the phone call... I still feel like I got fleeced. I inspected the work - it looks solid. They have a good mechanic. I question the business ethic however. Still waiting for an itemized bill.

I held off on writing this review as I was waiting to see how management was going to handle damage…read morethat was done to my boat while in their care over the winter. Unfortunately, they didn't think they were responsible for the damage so with that, I couldn't discourage using Lakeside enough. I dropped my boat off for winter storage and picked my boat up approximately 6 months later in the spring. When I picked up, I wasn't able to hook up the trailer because of damage to the trailer tongue coupler. After giving the boat a thorough check, it was noted that a hole was punched through on the forward end of the outboard engine cowling and there was damage to the back end of the boat. After lifting up the seats to access the underseat storage (pontoon boat with bench seating), every compartment was soaked and had standing water. The operations manager claimed it was because I dropped it off in November. Even though I paid over $3K for indoor winter storage, they blamed it on me for the time of year I dropped off the boat. I eventually found out that the boat was transported in the winter months with no cover on from Kent to Lake Stevens and then later from Lake Stevens to Fisherman's terminal area (about 90 miles in total) to their new shop. When pressed about who did the transportation, I was told, "by friends paying them in pizza and beer". Upon getting the boat in the water, I discovered that the starboard speakers on the boat were not working. Once again, none of these issues existed prior to or on the day of dropping off the boat to them. Lakeside was unwilling to take any responsibility for these issues so hopefully trying to save anyone else a headache by using them for future boat storage.

If you're looking for a marine mechanic you can truly trust, Coastal Marine is the only shop we…read morewill ever use for our 42 Regal cruiser. After Coastal serviced our boat this spring, we experienced an issue with our generator after we had already left the Seattle area and were docked on Lopez Island. Instead of asking us to bring the boat back, Martin went above and beyond--he flew his private plane to Lopez Island and came directly to the marina to service our boat. That level of dedication says everything about Martin and his team. He genuinely wanted to make sure we were safe and stood behind the work of his shop without hesitation. Customer service like this is incredibly rare, and it's clear that Coastal Marine truly cares about its customers. We are beyond grateful for Martin's professionalism, integrity, and commitment. Coastal Marine has earned our trust for life, and we will forever be loyal customers. Thank you, Martin, for your exceptional service and for giving us complete confidence every time we head out on the water! - Nauti by Nature

These guys are professionals. They are the ones you call when no one can fix it or find the…read moreissue... My volvo penta's needed service and I felt like I treated like royalty. The entire staff is clear how people want to be treated and they are all true professionals. The best part is, my bill was $1000.00 less that my estimate.... MIND BLOWN.... They even made an executive decision to pressure wash the bottom on my haul and hang... Love these guys...

I couldn't be happier with the boat repair services provided by Achievement Marine & Diesel System…read moreServices. From start to finish, they were professional and reliable. The team diagnosed the issues quickly and provided a clear explanation of the necessary repairs. Their attention to detail and quality craftsmanship were evident in every aspect of the work. My boat runs like new, and I truly appreciate their commitment to customer satisfaction. Important that their invoice was very reasonable. I highly recommend their services to anyone in need of expert boat repairs!

I contacted Achievement Marine (via their Mobile Marine Diesel Mechanic webpage) to get some…read moreroutine maintenance scheduled on my boat. Josh came and did the work and there are three things in particular that I REALLY appreciated. First, he communicated well, committed to a specific time and showed up on time. Second, he consulted me on what maintenance I should actually do, recommending some maintenance I could push out because it isn't needed just yet (fiduciary advice I really like to hear because I can tell he isn't just trying to take money unnecessarily.). Third, he answered all my questions, let me learn along the way, and was just really pleasant to have on board working on my engines. A+ customer service and quality of work. Highly recommend this team!

Jacques Endreo of Blue Horizon Marine has taking care of the old Volvo Diesel engine in our sail…read moreboat for the past 10 years. His work is meticulous and his prices are very reasonable. I highly recommend Blue Horizon Marine.

When I purchased my 1974 Hallberg Rassy Rasmus I was worried it would…read moreneed a costly repower as it still had the original Volvo MD21A diesel. I contacted Blue Horizon Marine and Jacques traveled to Elliott Bay Marina to troubleshoot some issues. Blue Horizon Marine updated some of the systems like the fuel filtration, raw water pump, heat exchanger and sea strainer as well pointing out many other issues on the vessel that need attention. A few months later when I hauled at Canal Boatyard I called on them again and they replaced my worn cutlass bearing, serviced the diesel with an oil change and provided a multipoint check-up all for a very affordable price. Due to their services my thought to be obsolete, old diesel is still running strong. Thanks BHM!

Hatton has helped us for years on a classic wooden yacht kept here in Ballard. They have been an…read moreincredibly important part of keeping the boat running safely and reliably. They have been especially important during a recent major re-power, helping us navigate the many details and challenges that come with a project of this size, including sending parts up to us while in Alaska. A special shout-out to Chris Beebe, who has been an absolute pleasure to work with. Chris has gone above and beyond for Montego and has always been willing to jump in, troubleshoot an issue, and help find a solution when we needed it. His knowledge, attention to detail, and commitment to getting things right have made him someone I know I can count on.

Kenny is simply the best! He's so knowledgeable and helps keep our vessel diesel engines running…read moresmoothly. Thanks Kenny! John & Linda