Hull & Fiberglass Repairs
Gelcoat, epoxy and bottom maintenance. Explore step-by-step checklists, practical tips and important precautions before you work on your boat.
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How to Inspect Gelcoat Cracks on a Sailboat
Learn which surface cracks merit a closer structural inspection.
Read the guideHow to Inspect Through-Hulls and Seacocks
Create a visual inspection routine for a boat’s critical underwater fittings.
Read the guideHow to Check a Sailboat Rudder for Excessive Play
Recognize rudder bearing wear and steering-system problems during inspection.
Read the guideHow to Decide Whether a Fiberglass Crack Needs Professional Repair
Separate cosmetic gelcoat flaws from cracks that may involve the laminate.
Read the guideHow to Inspect Sailboat Through-Hulls and Seacocks
Spot visible deterioration and plan safe replacements.
Read the guideHow to Keep an Effective Antifouling Maintenance Record
Track paint compatibility, performance and haul-out decisions.
Read the guideHow to Trace a Deck Leak on a Sailboat
Locate water entry before removing and rebedding deck hardware.
Read the guideHow to Understand Moisture-Meter Findings in a Hull Survey
Interpret moisture readings without concluding that every high number is structural damage.
Read the guideHow to Check for Warning Signs at the Keel-to-Hull Joint
Know which changes to document after a grounding or unusual hull movement.
Read the guideAre Fiberglass Hull Blisters Always Osmosis?
Understand why raised spots on a hull need investigation before major repair.
Read the guideWhen Should Sailboat Deck Hardware Be Re-Bedded?
Recognize leaking or overloaded fittings and choose an appropriate repair scope.
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