Serving Southwest Florida Gulf Coast
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Certified Dive Team
Fully insured & expert trained
Fast Scheduling
Reliable dockside solutions
Eco-Friendly
Protecting marine performance
Zinc Changes
Anode replacement experts
About Zinc Replacement
Keep your Hull Protected with Zinc Replacement.
We provide professional underwater zinc replacement services along with hull cleaning, propeller cleaning, and marine maintenance for boat owners across Southwest Florida. Our certified dive team works at marinas, private docks, yacht clubs, and waterfront properties, delivering fast and reliable in-water solutions that protect your vessel, improve performance, and help reduce costly haul-outs.
Marine-Grade Zincs
High-purity alloys for your antifouling.
Reduced Decay
No electrolysis released into water.
Precision Fitting
Expertly bonded for every vessel.
Visual Report
Full underwater metal documentation.
What We Clean
Reliable Underwater Metal Protection
Our service goes beyond simple Anode Swapping. We check and install every key sacrificial point that prevents galvanic corrosion and decay during regular boating.
Sacrificial Anodes
Full removal of depleted zincs and installation of high-purity replacements to ensure your hull remains shielded from electrolysis.
Corrosion & Bonding
Safe cleaning of contact points and hardware to ensure perfect electrical bonding, stopping metal decay before it harms your vessel.
Shafts & Propellers
Detailed inspection of running gear anodes to maintain propeller integrity and ensuring smooth mechanical rotation.
Thrusters & Rudders
Targeted treatment of specialized anodes—protecting critical steering components and propulsion units from localized galvanic damage.
Protection Report
After every visit you receive a short condition report with photos so you always know the exact health of your underwater metal.
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Maintenance Benefits
Zinc Protection Saves Metal Components
Proactive anode replacement keeps electrolysis manageable and protects your metal components year-round.
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Eliminated Metal Pitting & Decay
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Significantly Better Gear Longevity
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Long-Term Protection for Running Gear
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Prevention of Costly Propeller Damage
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Reliable, Corrosion-Free Conductivity
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Higher Vessel Resale Value
Coverage
Built for High-Electrolysis Environments.
Warm saltwater, shallow marina areas and stray current accelerate metal decay. We tailor every anode approach to the surrounding environment keeping hardware safer for longer.
Private Marinas
Yacht clubs and members-only marinas.
Residential Docks
Canals, private slips and home docks.
Commercial Ports
Working waterfronts and charter bases.
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
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
These days, when you find someone who provides great customer service, you just really appreciate it.
Robert S.
Florida Hull Cleaning did an excellent job on our family’s yacht. Gavin assisted with an underwater inspection and was thorough, professional.
Robert S.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Called the owner Gavin he sent a diver named Manuel. Very hard working He spent hours on our boat!
Robert S.
Gavin and his team are reliable and thorough. They keep excellent records. They send me a report with before and after pictures!
Robert S.
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.
I was pleasantly surprised after doing business with Florida Hall cleaning. They were extremely fair with their price.
Robert S.
Loved the personal service with before and after videos. I chose your company.
Robert S.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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
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
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
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
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
These days, when you find someone who provides great customer service, you just really appreciate it.
── ALEXA DEPALMA
Florida Hull Cleaning did an excellent job on our family’s yacht. Gavin assisted with an underwater inspection and was thorough, professional.
── Tatyana Duarte
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
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
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
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
Called the owner Gavin he sent a diver named Manuel. Very hard working He spent hours on our boat!
── Gabe
Gavin and his team are reliable and thorough. They keep excellent records. They send me a report with before and after pictures!
── Joe Tekulve
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
I was pleasantly surprised after doing business with Florida Hall cleaning. They were extremely fair with their price.
── Melissa D.
Loved the personal service with before and after videos. I chose your company.
── Tom Hedrick
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
How often should zinc anodes be replaced?
Zincs should typically be replaced every 4 to 6 months depending on water salinity, stray current, and alloy type. Regular swapping helps maintain metal health and hull integrity.
Why do my zincs seem to disappear so fast?
High water temperature and nearby electrical leaks accelerate metal decay. Fast depletion means the anodes are working correctly, sacrificing themselves to save your expensive running gear.
Can I switch between zinc and aluminum anodes?
You should typically choose one alloy based on your specific water conditions. Mixing different metal types on the same vessel can cause uneven protection and lead to faster corrosion.
What happens if I forget to replace my anodes?
Neglecting replacements allows electrolysis to attack your propellers, shafts, and through-hulls. This leads to permanent metal pitting, brittle components, and very costly structural repairs.
Do you inspect the bonding system during a swap?
Every replacement includes a visual check of the bolts and contact points. Ensuring a clean, tight connection is essential for the anode to properly divert electrical current from your hull.
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