Yacht & Boat Maintenance

Last fall my 1997 Gemini 105M was struck by lightning. Almost everything electrical was damaged, and the electronics were fried. Frank Hoot came on board, assessed the damage, developed a plan and executed it perfectly.

Not only was he able to identify the lightning problems, he identified and correct electrical issues carried over from the manufacturer. He brought the boat up to current ABYC standards. This was all done as part of the plan. He also helped me deal with an extremely difficult ve…

Not being from the Annapolis area, when I found ALTAIR, (renamed MIRACLE), bidding on her from afar was daunting. I looked on several websites, and found Tom Kicklighter and Diversified Marine. Tom acted as my proxy, and without any motivation other than just doing the right thing, Tom took moisture meter readings and sent me 30+ pictures of the boat, and then called me to debrief me on what he found. He helped me clearly see the difference between the marketing pictures and what she really loo…

Just returned from the Marina to look at the follow up job on my boat.  Wow!  Job well done!   Another satisfied customer.  I must say it has been awhile since I have dealt with a company of your caliber.  You have been awesome to deal with since day one!  Your reviews definitely spoke the truth!

-Hurricane Deck boat
October 2016 Project

I must say that DMS has been at the top of its game this launch season.  Very satisfied customer.

Thanks so much for doing everything you can to get me on the water.  You’ve been fair, reasonable and profoundly helpful.  I really appreciate all you’ve done.

This is my 40th season on this boat.  We’ve tried to maintain and update it, but even the updates are getting on in years.  Nice to know you guys have my back.

Best regards,
Ken

1975 Bertram 31
“Meri”

Thanks for working with me Tom!  You’re a good man and wish you the best in the new year!  I also enjoyed talking with you yesterday. I wish I had the passion and drive you do.  You created a great company with integrity and high quality standards.  I would like to shake hands some day!  Best wishes!!

Scope of service: Winterization of all shipboard systems / Yamaha maintenance / Shrink wrap winter protection

Dear Tom,

I must tell you that the service you provided me was exemplary. I have owned a lot of boats and dealt with many yards and contractors; and the experience I had with you was top shelf. I greatly appreciate it… and when I am back on the water will always keep you in mind.

One seldom encounters a business dedicated to superb quality of work, coupled with on-time performance at a fair price. Diversified Marine Service is such a company.

With a three week trip out of town, FROLIC was hauled in August for some minor gel coat repair and an awlgrip paint job. The deep luster of the flag blue paint is phenomenal.

We could not be more pleased.

Mario did a first class job installing the new rudder on my boat.  He was knowledgeable, tireless, and determined to do a perfect fit. There was a minor setback with some fiberglass that refused to harden but your staff rose to the situation, replaced the questionable patch, delayed the launch, and finished the project at full speed.  I am pleased with the results and you are welcome to use me as a reference if you have a future customer with a similar project.

Please express my thanks to Mario…

My 1996 J/105 had a badly oxidized gel coat, faded decks and several small cracks in the fiberglass decking. I hired Diversified Marine to perform this major restoration for several reasons:

• Quality workmanship: Diversified Marine took the time to lay out his process to restore the boat in detail. It became evident to me that DMS would not take any shortcuts that would lead to a sub-standard job. Throughout the restoration, Tom immediately addressed anything he felt could compromise the end pr…