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I love the yard that takes care of my boat. I don't have the option of self maintaining, since I live 2000 miles from where I sail. They are full service, and IMO charge a reasonable price for outstanding service.
I give them a first use date in the summer, and on that day the boat is on a mooring, spotlessly clean, and (usually) everything works. I have to iron out kinks that you only discover when living aboard for a few days, but overall these guys are pros.
I think they charge about $50/hr for a varnisher, and you simply cannot believe the results. The hours are high, but it's done right. When it's not, they fix it.
They do give estimates, but point out up front that they are estimates. I had one interior curtain job go waaaay over budget, and the yard ate everything in excess of 20% over estimate.
I've sent Christmas presents to some of the yard crew, including an electrician and mechanic who have been very helpful. When I pull up to the yard needing any kind of midseason work, they are fast, thorough and pleasant. The hands are working people who take a lot of pride in their work, and sincerely want the customer to be happy.
When I get my bill, I usually pay it that day.
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