Russ was very knowledgeable with my particular model of Mercury 2-stroke engine and was able to fix…read morethe problem in one day. Thanks Russ! I'll be taking on my boats to him going forward.

I would not recommend taking your boat here. My boyfriend brought his boat here because the boat…read morewouldn't start after not being ran all winter. We ran this boat at least two dozen times last summer/fall, in both the lake and the ocean. The only issue the boat had was needing new batteries. My boyfriend asked Russ to check the starter and give the boat a tune up, oil change, etc. Russ gets in touch with my boyfriend saying the starter is fine, but there's no alternator system on the boat we have, which means the batteries aren't getting charged when the boat is running. He says he can install a stator assy, and of course tune up the boat. He had our boat for a total of four weeks. When it was time to pick up our boat, our only availability to do so was in the evening. We felt a bit rushed, as he made it clear he was staying after hours to accommodate us. When we got there, we asked him to show us what all he did. He said "most people just pay me and leave." He did not have the boat hooked up a to a hose or start it for us, and in hindsight, that was a huge mistake (on our part) not to ask him to do that. He claimed he started the boat "half a dozen times, no problem." He showed us what he fixed, gave us an old part back, and happily collected nearly $1,300 from my boyfriend. We tried starting the boat multiple times over the next few days, with no luck. We contacted Russ, asking him if he had any ideas why the boat wouldn't start. He gave a few smart-a** answers, like "hook the boat up to a hose," "use starter fluid," and my personal favorite, "turn your kill switch on." Obviously we were doing those things, because we know how to run a boat. Finally he says, "I don't know, it must be operator error." We asked him if we can bring the boat by, so he can start it and show us exactly how he's starting it, since he wanted to claim operator error, and at that point he stopped returning our messages. We brought the boat to someone else, and that's the reason why I'm leaving this review. New boat mechanic insisted we bring the boat back to Russ and tell him we want him to start it, because from what the new mechanic can tell all Russ did is spray paint. New boat mechanic says that no tune up was done, that he can tell. The oil filter was put on incorrectly, among several other things. Here's the kicker, they took the starter off and said it was useless, and that there's no way he started the boat once, let alone half a dozen times with the starter in the condition it was in. New boat mechanic ordered a new starter, and the now boat starts up. What a surprise, all it needed was a starter and tune up in the first place!! Save yourself some money and go elsewhere! We have sadly gone the entire summer without a boat to enjoy, and now have to pay for someone to double-check this guy's work. We are honest, hardworking people, and I guess we just expect others to be the same.

We met the owner/blacksmith, Danial Hamilton, at the Blaine Saturday Market. Really nice guy, and…read morehe has a good selection of hand forged art pieces, knives, and tools, all very interesting, and of course he makes everything himself at his forge. My wife purchased a hand trowel, which is very solidly made, well balanced, and sharp enough to do the job in the garden, and it has a small handle for her small hands. It's obvious that a lot of thought went into this tool, which tells me that he's a thoughtful craftsman who puts real consideration into his work. Also think his prices are more than reasonable. It's never too early to shop for holiday gifts, of course, and some of his art pieces are going to find a home in our garden. Really made it worth making the trek to the Blaine Saturday Market!

Don is a man of great integrity with fair prices and demonstrates old fashioned wonderful concern…read morefor his customers.

After spending over $12K and getting my boat finished at Blaine Marine Service it was put in the…read morewater but only made it about a hundred yards into the marina before one of the engines quit. The owner of BMS was on the boat and as we drifted into the dock he said he had my phone number and would call me. He never called, although the service manager called three days later to see if I needed anything. When I hadn't heard from them by the following morning I called Don at North County Marine. Although he was overloaded with work he said he would get to me as soon as possible. He showed up an hour later, diagnosed the problem and ordered parts. He returned a few hours after the parts were delivered and finished the job. Then, although he was just working me in between other scheduled jobs he completed the maintenance that BMS had failed to do and then accompanied me on a sea trial to make sure everything was functioning properly. When he presented the invoice I was pleasantly surprised by the fair price. I am an old man with years of mechanical experience and can assure anyone that Don knows his business and will treat you fairly. My wife and I can't thank him enough as he has saved our summer.

Nice dealership here in Bellingham…read more They communicated with me in a timely fashion. Overall, I had a good experience and would suggest others to use Bellingham Yacht Sales. Jason helped me and actually got me setup with a great new tender for my yacht that he helped me buy!

This is a well run family business with exceptional customer service. Just took delivery of a new…read moreCutwater after several weeks of communication with Matt and the rest of the team at BYS. No high pressure, just straightforward details and quick response times both by phone and email. The delivery process with Ronnie was fantastic. Ronnie answered all of our questions, never rushed us and was very personable. The total process from the entire team at Bellingham Yachts was first class and their pride in what they do is very transparent.

Many of their services done on my 46' Cheer men trawler were done well. AND I PAID WELL. In good…read morewill I let them haul my dingy back to their shop for a motor repair, then it was sent to another vendor for repair to the left air tube. The entire boat season passed and no dingy, I purchased Bull Frog since it seemed fruitless. 2nd season, he advised I am storing your dingy for 100.00 per month. I asked him to drop it at my dock since I don't live there and my wife sustained a critical injury to her leg. He said no! I don't have a way to get the Dingy to Blane. I sent him the title and bill of sale and I paid for all repairs $ 460.00. After this ordeal his true colors came through.$ 950.00 to change rings on two Raycor filters. It was negotiated out and my trust of B. H. Is gone. When it's over it's over. He asked me to take my remarks down but I get something is not right here. Look below for my other review. Ask for a cost assessment and see if you get it?

For 3 years i kept being told that we only had diesel engine repair and 5 mechanic later right here…read morewe had Brad come down and do his magic. 3 years we couldnt leave our slip. We would get recommendations of friends of friends, advertisers in craigslist, the so called marine mechanics that were youtube wonders. Brad and his team are the real deal found the problem made my twins hum and were are now boaters. Call Katie and tell her to schedule Brad to come down to do his Magic. Located to the right of the harbor office facing east. Tell them the Calamar de mar sent you.

Brian and Ann are always immediately responsive to any and all questions. We won't go anywhere else…read morewith our Suzuki outboard service needs or other marine system issues.

Absolutely the best marine problem solvers in the Bellingham / Anacortes area. Brian and crew bring…read moremany years of troubleshooting experience to find and fix hard-to-solve marine electrical (& other systems) problems. Always my first choice for electrical systems repair or installations.

After accepting the fact that I was going to have to go custom if I wanted a nice boat cover on my…read moreSeaRay Seville, I found Oyster Creek Canvas in Bellingham. Greg was kind enough to talk with me for a bit about his business and the quality of the product that he makes. This was one of the few times I've heard a business promise a high quality product verbally, but actually deliver an even better product physically! I was almost giddy when I saw the finished bow and tonneau cover I had requested! Greg's attention to detail and the overall fit and finish of his canvas are nothing short of amazing. The finished cover is ALMOST annoyingly snug! I love it! My expectations were exceeded and I am so happy I invested in an Oyster Creek Canvas boat cover! American made Supporting a small business Outstanding finished product A company that stands behind their work

I shopped and was impressed with the owners enthusiasm. It's a small family business and the couple…read moreemployees that were working there are knowledgeable and enthusiastic. I learned that custom tops are expensive. Initially I chose them for the reasons listed above, prices were competitive with others. My boat was ready when they said it would be and the custom job was fabulous. Without a doubt give these guys an opportunity, they are picky picky picky And it shows in the finished product.

Friendly, thorough, skilled, inventive, fair, perfectionists. We have an older boat with older…read moreengines that are sometimes a challenge. These guys are on it. Great shop. Lori W

Clark and Jeremy worked on my twin Mercury outboards with a tricky shifting problem. They…read moreresearched the problem thoroughly to make sure it was resolved without spending a huge amount of time and money. They only did what was necessary to get my C-Dory going again. Thank you and highly recommended!