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Underwater Hull Maintenance

Professional Hull Cleaning Service Southwest Florida Gulf Coast 

Safely remove barnacles and marine buildup right at your dock. Protect your bottom paint while restoring your vessel's top speed and fuel efficiency.

Certified Dive Team

Fully insured & expert trained

Fast Scheduling

Reliable dockside solutions

Eco-Friendly

Protecting marine performance

Zinc Changes

Anode replacement experts

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About Hull Cleaning

Keep your Hull Clean, Protected and Efficient.

We provide expert underwater hull cleaning, zinc replacement, propeller cleaning, and marine maintenance for boat owners across Southwest Florida. Our certified dive team services marinas, private docks, yacht clubs, and waterfront homes with fast, reliable in-water solutions that protect performance and reduce costly haul-outs.

Hull-Safe Methods

Soft pads matched to your antifouling.

Reduced Drag

No chemicals released into the water.

Specialist Gear

Pro dive equipment for every vessel.

Video Report

Full underwater documentation.

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What We Clean

Complete Underwater Vessel Maintenance.

Our service goes beyond simple hull washing. We clean and inspect every key underwater area that collects marine growth and debris during regular boating.

Hull Surfaces

Full cleaning of all surfaces below the waterline — keels, sides and bottom — using soft, hull-safe pads that protect antifouling paint.

Barnacles on a boat hull

Barnacles & Algae

Safe removal of hard barnacles, slime layers and stubborn algae growth that silently rob your vessel of speed and efficiency.

Barnacles and green algae on a ship's hull

Props & Running Gear

Detailed cleaning of propellers, shafts and rudders to restore proper thrust, smoother handling and reduced engine strain.

Diver cleaning a boat propeller underwater

Waterline & Slime

Targeted treatment of the waterline band — the area most exposed to staining, slime and biological scum from prolonged dock time.

Fouled and clean boat hull comparison.

Inspection Report

After every visit you receive a short condition report with photos so you always know the state of your vessel underwater.

Diver filming marine growth underwater

Hull Cleaning Pricing

Professional Hull Cleaning Services

Transparent per-foot pricing for all vessel types with no hidden fees.

$3.50

per foot

Powerboats & Catamarans

$150 minimum service charge

Book Service

$3.00

per foot

Sailboats, Center Consoles, Pontoons & Tritoons

$110 minimum service charge

Book Service

$50

by rate

Standard Dinghy Cleaning

Flat rate

Book Service

$100

by rate

Heavy Dinghy Cleaning

Flat rate

Book Service

$130

per hour

Heavy Marine Growth Removal

2-hour minimum applies

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Maintenance Benefits

Cleaner Hulls Mean Better Performance.

Preventative underwater maintenance keeps cleanings manageable and protects your vessel year-round.

  • Restored Top Speed & RPMs

  • Significantly Better Fuel Economy

  • Long-Term Protection for Bottom Paint

  • Prevention of Blistering & Hull Damage

  • Smoother, Vibration-Free Handling

  • Higher Vessel Resale Value

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Coverage

Built for Coastal & Marina Environments.

Warm saltwater, shallow marina areas and limited circulation accelerate marine buildup. We tailor every cleaning approach to the surrounding environment — keeping hulls cleaner for longer.

Boats docked in a marina

Private Marinas

Yacht clubs and members-only marinas.

Classic wooden boat at a private dock in front of a modern house.

Residential Docks

Canals, private slips and home docks.

Busy port with numerous boats and cranes

Commercial Ports

Working waterfronts and charter bases.

Marina full of boats with buildings ashore

Mooring fields

Open-water moorings and ball anchorages.

Serving Southwest Florida Gulf Coast

We provide professional marine services across all major Gulf Coast locations including

Marco Island

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Naples

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Golden Gate

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Lely Resort

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Estero

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Fort Myers Beach

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Fort Myers

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Pine Island

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Port Charlotte

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Englewood

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Rotonda West

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Venice

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Sarasota

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Siesta Key

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Longboat Key

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Bradenton

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Schedule a Visit

Tell us your vessel type, length and marina. We confirm a slot that fits your boating routine  usually within days, not weeks.​

Underwater Inspection

Our diver assesses growth levels, hull condition, antifouling wear and running gear before any cleaning begins.

Careful Cleaning

We use soft pads and hull-safe tools matched to your paint and material — protecting the surface while removing buildup.

Report & Sign-off

You receive a condition report with photos and recommended next-visit timing for your specific water conditions.

How it works

A Simple Process, Executed with Care.

5 Star

Gavin helped me out by installing a zinc that my big-name hull cleaning company removed and never replaced in over 6 months!

Robert S.

5 Star

Gavin was amazing. He responded immediately to an emergency call where a boat in our marina was sinking and we needed a boat bottom cleaning in order to safely haul it. He was fast, cheap, proficient, and helped me through the entire process.

Robert S.

5 Star

Gavin is absolutely the Best. He does my hull cleaning and thruster. Gavin came out on an emergency issue when an unmarked crab trap got wrapped around a prop shaft. He saved the day.

Robert S.

5 Star

Well organize and professional company. They're on time and friendly to deal with also very cost effective and genuine. They did an awesome job on our vessel thank you.

Robert S.

5 Star

Gavin was at our marina working on another boat and kindly agreed to inspect ours and give us a quote. He cleaned the hull quickly after we approved.

Robert S.

5 Star

These days, when you find someone who provides great customer service, you just really appreciate it.

Robert S.

5 Star

Florida Hull Cleaning did an excellent job on our family’s yacht. Gavin assisted with an underwater inspection and was thorough, professional.

Robert S.

5 Star

Gavin is extremely thorough and willing to accommodate you. He cleaned my sailboat with one day notice because I had to haul out. The yard workers were amazed.

Robert S.

5 Star

Gavin does a great job of keeping the hull off our 41 foot sailboat clean. We just pulled the boat out of the water and I was glad to see what a fantastic job he has been doing over the last several months.

Robert S.

5 Star

Had a tight schedule and a very neglected boat, got her cleaned on time and very well considering the growth, for a lower price than other local quotes I got

Robert S.

5 Star

Gavin and his crew are easy to work with and show up everytime without fail leaving the vessels cleaned and hardware replaced as needed. Highly recommend!

Robert S.

5 Star

Called the owner Gavin he sent a diver named Manuel. Very hard working He spent hours on our boat!

Robert S.

5 Star

Gavin and his team are reliable and thorough. They keep excellent records. They send me a report with before and after pictures!

Robert S.

5 Star

Excellent work, You guys are professionals are amazing at paying attention at every single detail in cleaning. Definitely 5 stars for working hard and being perfect at your job.

Robert S.

5 Star

I was pleasantly surprised after doing business with Florida Hall cleaning. They were extremely fair with their price.

Robert S.

5 Star

Loved the personal service with before and after videos. I chose your company.

Robert S.

5 Star

Fast Reasonable and courteous! Gavin met me at Gilchrist park loaded his equipment in my dinghy to get to boat at anchor. Great job.

Robert S.

5 Star

Gavin did an excellent job cleaning our boat’s hull, showing great professionalism and attention to detail. He even provided before-and-after videos and a detailed zinc report. We’re very satisfied and look forward to working with him again.

Robert S.

5 Star

Gavin helped me out by installing a zinc that my big-name hull cleaning company removed and never replaced in over 6 months! Extremely polite and courteous. Highly recommend.

Robert S.

5 Star

Awesome communication and the before and after pictures we get of the bottom of our boa. Best company we have had so far and will stick with them for sure!

Robert S.

5 Star

Really awesome work. I normally clean my own boat so I know the work involved to reach the level of clean. Superb at any cost, yet the bill was very reasonable.

Robert S.

5 Star

Gavin did a great job for us on his first time visit. We are located on Manasota Key. He explained exactly what he was going to do to clean our boat.

Robert S.

5 Star

Gavin at Florida Hull Cleaning has always done a great job taking care of our boat. He’s reliable, professional, and takes pride in his work. We truly appreciate the quality of service he provides and would highly recommend him.

Robert S.

Trusted by Boat Owners Throughout Southwest Florida

With over 115+ five-star Google reviews, Florida boat owners consistently trust our service for reliability, professionalism, and visible results that improve vessel performance.

Customers highlight our clear communication, fast response times, and detailed underwater inspections that help them maintain their boats with confidence.

5 Star

Gavin helped me out by installing a zinc that my big-name hull cleaning company removed and never replaced in over 6 months!

── John Aretz

5 Star

Gavin was amazing. He responded immediately to an emergency call where a boat in our marina was sinking and we needed a boat bottom cleaning in order to safely haul it. He was fast, cheap, proficient, and helped me through the entire process.

── Anthony Oliveira

5 Star

Gavin is absolutely the Best. He does my hull cleaning and thruster. Gavin came out on an emergency issue when an unmarked crab trap got wrapped around a prop shaft. He saved the day.

── John Aretz

5 Star

Well organize and professional company. They're on time and friendly to deal with also very cost effective and genuine. They did an awesome job on our vessel thank you.

── Hendrickson Charles

5 Star

Gavin was at our marina working on another boat and kindly agreed to inspect ours and give us a quote. He cleaned the hull quickly after we approved.

── Adam Mcclellan

5 Star

These days, when you find someone who provides great customer service, you just really appreciate it.

── ALEXA DEPALMA

5 Star

Florida Hull Cleaning did an excellent job on our family’s yacht. Gavin assisted with an underwater inspection and was thorough, professional.

── Tatyana Duarte

5 Star

Gavin is extremely thorough and willing to accommodate you. He cleaned my sailboat with one day notice because I had to haul out. The yard workers were amazed.

── Denis Vogel

5 Star

Gavin does a great job of keeping the hull off our 41 foot sailboat clean. We just pulled the boat out of the water and I was glad to see what a fantastic job he has been doing over the last several months.

── Michael Feduccia

5 Star

Had a tight schedule and a very neglected boat, got her cleaned on time and very well considering the growth, for a lower price than other local quotes I got

── Luke Young

5 Star

Gavin and his crew are easy to work with and show up everytime without fail leaving the vessels cleaned and hardware replaced as needed. Highly recommend!

── Nikki King

5 Star

Called the owner Gavin he sent a diver named Manuel. Very hard working He spent hours on our boat!

── Gabe

5 Star

Gavin and his team are reliable and thorough. They keep excellent records. They send me a report with before and after pictures!

── Joe Tekulve

5 Star

Excellent work, You guys are professionals are amazing at paying attention at every single detail in cleaning. Definitely 5 stars for working hard and being perfect at your job.

── 08grandeservices

5 Star

I was pleasantly surprised after doing business with Florida Hall cleaning. They were extremely fair with their price.

── Melissa D.

5 Star

Loved the personal service with before and after videos. I chose your company.

── Tom Hedrick

5 Star

Fast Reasonable and courteous! Gavin met me at Gilchrist park loaded his equipment in my dinghy to get to boat at anchor. Great job.

── Alvin Kondasch

5 Star

Gavin did an excellent job cleaning our boat’s hull, showing great professionalism and attention to detail. He even provided before-and-after videos and a detailed zinc report. We’re very satisfied and look forward to working with him again.

── Kagan Smith

5 Star

Gavin helped me out by installing a zinc that my big-name hull cleaning company removed and never replaced in over 6 months! Extremely polite and courteous. Highly recommend.

── Edwin Castrillo

5 Star

Awesome communication and the before and after pictures we get of the bottom of our boa. Best company we have had so far and will stick with them for sure!

── Cruising Crystal Palace

5 Star

Really awesome work. I normally clean my own boat so I know the work involved to reach the level of clean. Superb at any cost, yet the bill was very reasonable.

── Eric Cohen

5 Star

Gavin did a great job for us on his first time visit. We are located on Manasota Key. He explained exactly what he was going to do to clean our boat.

── Gloria Brda

5 Star

Gavin at Florida Hull Cleaning has always done a great job taking care of our boat. He’s reliable, professional, and takes pride in his work. We truly appreciate the quality of service he provides and would highly recommend him.

── C.J.S.

Trusted Marine Service Experts

Request a Personalized Marine Service Estimate

Request a quote for hull cleaning, underwater repairs, inspections, dock cleaning, or custom marine services. Share your vessel details and service needs so our certified dive team can provide an accurate quote tailored to your boat.

Frequently Asked Questions 

Expert answers on professional hull cleaning, zinc replacement, and Florida marine maintenance.

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How often does my boat hull need to be cleaned?

In Southwest Florida, we recommend professional cleaning every 3 to 4 weeks. This schedule prevents heavy barnacle attachment and keeps your hull smooth for maximum efficiency.

Will underwater cleaning damage my bottom paint?

No, we use specialized soft-tool techniques designed to remove marine growth without stripping your paint. This approach preserves your hull’s protective coating while restoring performance.

How does a clean hull improve my boat's fuel efficiency?

Removing barnacles and algae eliminates underwater drag, allowing your engine to work less. A clean hull can improve fuel economy by up to 20% and significantly increase top speeds.

Can you clean my boat if it’s kept on a lift or in a marina?

Yes, we provide mobile dockside service at private homes, yacht clubs, and commercial marinas. Our divers come directly to your location to service the vessel exactly where it sits.

Do you provide proof of the hull's condition after cleaning?

We offer high-definition 4K video reports with our cleanings. This allows you to see the before-and-after results and confirms that all growth was safely and thoroughly removed.

Underwater view of hull and marine life

Schedule Professional Hull Cleaning and Marine Service Today

Book your underwater marine service today and experience professional dockside care trusted by over 115+ five-star rated boat owners across Florida.

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