Great service and quality. Early 2024 I had a bottom clean and repaint done here as well as some…read moregelcoat fixes. And also some engine work, some electrical and prop work. Bobby the mechanic was great, and managed to clean the oilpan of debris without having to lift the engine. Also got the fuel injectors serviced, new prop shaft, balanced the prop etc etc. Everything went great. Clint the electrician and woodworker fix up some of the shady electrical systems from the previous owner and replace with a proper switch, nicely installed and also fixed the engine instruments. Excellent work. Alex was our project manager. He consistently kept us updated on what was happening, what new things had come up, our options etc. There's an excellent store onsite for everything DIY while there. All in all the work was on time, went well and everything was great.

**REVIEW FOR SAUSALITO LOCATION**…read more My recent, and rather extensive, experience at KKMI Sausalito was truly top notch. I purchased a boat out of my local area and wanted to accomplish some significant refit work before relocating it to Southern California. The entire crew at KKMI was professional, knowledgeable and just great to work with. They worked hard to stay on schedule and and maintained excellent communication throughout. It's a boat, so there were a few last minute surprises but KKMI managed them well, making sure I did not miss my departure window. Thank you to the entire KKMI team (with special thanks to Project Manager, Mitch) for making a large project as stress-free as possible and delivering a quality result that was proven out on the 400nm shakedown trip home.

A big thank you to Rolph my PM on Picaroon. He went above and beyond to help fix a few tricky…read moreproblems on my Cape Dory CD 30. This is a 1981 boat and new parts are hard to find especially on the Volvo Penta MD7A which they stopped producing in 1983. I'm back sailing and enjoying the bay again .. thanks Rolph.

Boats are expensive to maintain, so it's important to trust that your boatyard is reasonable and…read morecompetent. My boat has been in and out of a number of North Bay yards over the past 30 years, and Bay Marine is the one I trust. Each item in their work orders is either a fixed price or an accurate, reasonable estimate that they usually come in under. If additional work is needed they ask for a change order. Jaime keeps me in the loop as they work through issues. I can get at the boat 24/7 if necessary while it's in the yard. I used to get a bottle of wine along with my bill from KKMI, and it was the most expensive wine I ever got. Bay Marine has good communication, prices no higher than they have to be, and an always filled candy dish in the office. Good enough for me.

I'm not too happy with the lack of respect with my time. I am constantly the one trying to call…read moreand connect to get things done and completed to a satisfactory level. I was advised by Pablo to pre-order parts for a service that was "highly recommended" by Pablo, but after a lot of back and forth with lack of communication, I don't really believe this service is needed (consulted with other shop) and now I'm being left hanging about whether the parts are being refundable because there's no other job for it. It sounded like a strange sales pitch to pre order parts for a future service but I came here from a referral so I thought there would be some guarantees. Pablo, you said you were going to talk with me at 5 pm today. I'm tired of calling you and emailing all the time. Call me if you want to make this right. You have my number, e-mail, etc etc

If you want to actually get a returned phone call or a technician to show up don't use "Protector"…read more I called this company multiple times and was told I would get a tech call back that day to schedule an appointment,.It never happened. I finally got through to one person who made an appointment to show up at my boat at 10:30 am on a Friday. I called the day before to confirm my appointment. The person I talked to, who I believe was the owner, said he didn't see my appointment on the calendar, but he said he would call back in 5 minutes to confirm either way. The called never came. I called again, at 9:30am, the day of the appointment and got no answer. Shortly thereafter I received a text telling me that they were running over at a job in Alameda. He said he would call me back.... as expected that call never happened either. I never heard from anyone from Protector again. If you value your time and expect any degree of customer service don't call these guys

These guys are great! They fixed my brand new Merc Bravo-1 Labbed prop, after I pulled a…read moreboneheaded move (left prop on engine cover, then later opened engine hatch). It's a very thin SS prop, and this couldn't have been easy. But these guys know they're doing! Due to the fall, one of the blades got bent. They fixed the blade, checked the pitch, balanced my prop and then polished it. And their prices are very reasonable. This place has new owners. I think they've been there ~1 year. A couple of young guys, with fantastic attitudes, and very customer friendly. They both have lots of experience working on props. So, I'd recommend just paying attention to reviews for the last year or so. I'd HIGHLY recommend them. I think you'll agree if you visit them with any prop issues...

Amazing service and knowledge and would definitely recommend them for all your prop and shaft needs!read more

Anders is very knowledgeable and an expert dealer / installer for Victron electronics -- highly…read morerecommended!

Ander's is the best marine vendor we've ever worked with! We have a 1987 sailboat in the bay that…read morewe have fixed ourselves over the years due to costs and/or the ability to outsource sufficient help. We heard about Anders through other sailors in our marina and decided to give him a try and we are so glad we did. While he is super busy (because he's the best) it was well worth the wait. Once we got our refrigerator serviced, he was very communicative and on task with any follow-up questions or issues and he's just a very nice guy in general. We highly recommend :)

I made a call to Ken because I needed a Yamaha generator. He was very nice on the phone and had…read morewhat I needed. He directed me to his new location in Richmond, CA (he is no longer in Marin). We made arrangements for me to pick up the generator at his new address (651 South 15th Street, Richmond CA 94804). At first, I wasn't sure I was at the correct location because I was looking at a dirt lot with a truck parked on it. But yes, that is where he is located. I now have what I need and know who I can count on for future service/purchases. Four stars only because he doesn't take credit cards and doesn't have an office (yet!) as he is still in the process of settling into his new location. Happy to upgrade to 5 stars when he gets it all together. Love his dogs!

Buyer beware !!!!…read more This man is not to be trusted !!!! I purchased a motor on this mans recommendations and when it didn't even fit my boat he wanted nothing to do with me the next day. His emails changed at every turn, he even went against his prior advice in past emails ? Of course this was after the sale and now I have a motor sitting unused in my garage. My motor has never touch water and now I am at a loss. I would highly warn anyone doing business with this shady character - and watch out for the sketchy dogs too !!!!! I have been in contact with Yamaha and am filing a formal complaint against this establishment

I recently had my Moore 24 at Gilles' shop to have a few repairs and modifications done. Gilles…read morewas a pleasure to work with and his fiberglass guy Denise is a wizard. #1 Toe rails. They look great. The contour fits the boat and is high enough to provide good traction without being imposing. Beautiful execution and design. #2 Misc repairs. Denise did an incredible job repairing an old inspection port and compass hole that needed filling. I couldn't even see the transition in paint until he pointed it out to me. #3 Barney post. Gilles and Denise designed a custom barney post to replace the thwart where the main is currently attached. This opens up the cockpit and makes it much easier to move around in the boat. Wow. Great design and a total beast construction wise. While it is still pretty light to pick up I am convinced I will probably be able to lift the boat by the barney post. It is made from an old carbon/kevlar spinnaker pole section and a number of custom bits. Very very nice. #4 Various soft padeyes and delrin inserts. I've used these all over my boat to install hardware (turning blocks, twings, etc...). Replacing so much stainless junk on my boat with these bits from Gilles is a big part of how I pulled 115# off a 2000# boat. Highly recommended. These guys are the best. Oh yeah, every single project has come in on time and on or under budget.

When we had our ark Sans Voile hauled out at Richardson Bay Boatworks & Ways in Sausalito in June…read moreof 2024 we knew we would be in good hands. Four years earlier we did a haul out and were very happy with the work done by Andy and his crew so we returned a second time. Andy was communicative about projects, updated us frequently and was quickly available if we had any questions. His crew did excellent work on our ark including welding, sanding, painting and other necessary repairs. They transported and hauled the boat with no issues and returned it to the slip safely. Five out of five stars for Andy and his team.

Ross, Andy and the crew did a fantastic job on my little wooden boat and their prices are the best…read morearound. I'll be back my next haul out.

Zach is the man. My 94 Bayliner with a Mercruiser Alpha One wouldn't start and after a couple of…read moretext messages he had it figured out. He picked up a new starter motor, met me on time and had that big V8 fired up in no time. I'm a newbie to this world but he shared lots of advice which I appreciate. Well done, thank you!

FELLOW BOATERS, I highly recommend Zach and his Crew to do…read moreyour Boat Repairs .. .. Although the repairs were expensive for ME, (my fault, in NOT firing up my "2003 SEA RAY 176 Bowrider Boat", sitting in my garage in Benicia, California with a 3.0 2.5 4cyl. Mercruiser Alpha Drive II I/O engine, for over 10 years, with only 30 hours on the I/O !!) .. .. They did a splendid job, replacing many marine things !! .. .. .. Like a New Water Pump, Fuel Pump, Gaskets, New Battery, Oil & Filter Change, Dribbler, Removed Old Gas, New Impellor, etc. to make it perfect for the new owner of my SEA RAY .. .. .. SOLD on 5/24/2024 A word to the Wise, FIRE UP YOUR BOAT ENGINE regularly !! .. .. smh Sincerely, Frank Lombardo Benicia, California 94510 .. .. ..

I can't say enough good things about Sean! He's an incredibly skilled mechanic with a wealth of…read moreknowledge about boat mechanics. He's super detailed in his work, always providing pictures and notes to keep you updated every step of the way. Recently, he rebuilt my carburetor and changed all the fuel filters, laying everything out so I could see the process. Thanks to him, my boat has never run better! If you're looking for someone trustworthy and highly skilled, Sean is your guy!"I forgot to mention he's also one of the nicest people you'll ever meet.

From the owner: Mechanical, electrical, electronics etc…read more Annual services, 50, 100, 200, 300, 1000hr services. Winterizing! Summerizing! Diagnostics and troubleshooting. Gas and Diesel generator services. Audio/visual systems. Navigational equipment and electronics. 10+ Years Experience! Immediate availability—100% mobile boat repair, we come to you! Labor rate: $180/hr