Ready for the May long weekend
Spring commissioning
De-winterizing, batteries, a wash and wax, bottom paint if needed, then the launch. Booking commissioning with storage gets you a place in the spring queue before the rush.
- De-winterize
- Batteries
- Wash and wax
- Bottom paint
What commissioning usually covers
Engine
Antifreeze flushed, impeller checked, belts and hoses inspected, test run.
Water and heads
Antifreeze flushed from fresh water and head systems, pumps checked.
Electrical
Batteries charged and installed, lights, pumps and electronics tested.
Hull
Wash, wax or polish, bottom paint if the boat stays in the water all season.
Commissioning prices
| Item | Starting price |
|---|---|
| Spring commissioning | from $350 |
| Bottom paint | from $30/ft |
| Haul-out or launch | from $8/ft each way |
Starting prices in CAD before tax, from published marina and port rates and market estimates, October 2026. Your boat, the yard and the dates set the final price.
Commissioning questions
When should I book spring work?
In winter. Yards plan their launch order in February and March, and technicians are booked solid by April.
Can I do my own spring work?
Many yards allow it. Tick "DIY" in the request and we look for yards that do.
Tell us about your boat. We find the spot.
Storage type, LOA, region and season. We check what is open near you and reply by email with options and prices.