Detailing where the boat already is
Old Hickory Lake runs right along Hendersonville and Gallatin, which means most of our boat clients are a few minutes away — and none of them have to trailer the boat anywhere. We detail in the lift, at the dock, or on the trailer in your driveway, with our own water, power, and supplies.
We've worked on Malibu wakeboats, ski boats, pontoons, and aluminum bay boats. If yours lives on the lake, at a marina, or in a boat house, we'll come to it.
What a boat detail includes
Every boat is quoted individually, but a full detail covers a thorough clean of everything, inside and out, followed by protection:
- Hull and topsides — washed, decontaminated, and finished with a wax or sealant
- Vinyl and upholstery — deep cleaned, then conditioned so it stays soft in the sun
- Non-skid, flooring, and compartments — scrubbed and rinsed, including under hatches and in storage compartments
- Helm, dash, glass, and metal — cleaned and protected
Polishing is not part of a standard detail. If your gelcoat is chalky or the metal needs bringing back, that's machine work we quote separately as an add-on after seeing the boat — just ask when you text.
One practical note: we clean out every compartment that's been emptied. If a locker is full of life jackets, ropes, and tubes, we'll clean what we can reach around them — so for the best result, pull the gear out before we arrive.
Why lake boats need it
A boat on Old Hickory Lake takes more punishment than any car: UV all day, water-line scum, hard-water spotting, bird droppings on the cover, and vinyl that bakes at the dock. Gelcoat oxidizes and goes chalky; vinyl dries and splits; metal pits. A detail at the start of the season and a maintenance visit or two through the summer is what keeps a boat looking like it did at the dealer — and what protects its resale value.
In-season maintenance
Our favorite boat work is recurring. A maintenance plan during the boating season — monthly, or around your busiest weekends — means the boat is always ready to go and never gets to the point of needing a full restoration. Quoted per boat.
Where we go
Anywhere on Old Hickory Lake and the surrounding area: Hendersonville, Gallatin, Old Hickory, Mount Juliet, Lebanon, and Nashville. Marinas, private docks, boat houses, and driveways all work. We also detail RVs, UTVs, and fleet vehicles — text us with what you've got.
Questions we get asked
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Yes. We bring our own water and power, so we can work in a lift, at a dock, in a boat house, or on the trailer. Just make sure we have access and let us know about any gate codes.
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Wakeboats, ski boats, pontoons, bay boats, and similar recreational boats. We also detail RVs and UTVs. If you have something unusual, text us a photo.
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Yes, if you can. We clean out every compartment that's been emptied; if a locker is packed with life jackets and gear, we'll clean what we can reach around it. Emptying the boat beforehand gets you the most thorough result.
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It's quoted per boat based on length, condition, and what you want done. Text (615) 437-8272 with the make, length, and where the boat is, and we'll get you a number quickly.
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Polishing isn't included in a standard boat detail — it's an add-on we quote separately. Send us a photo and we'll tell you honestly whether a polish will bring it back or whether it's beyond what detailing can fix.
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Yes — Gallatin, the Gallatin Marina area, and everywhere around Old Hickory Lake are core service area for us.
