Snead Island Boat Works
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Generations of excellence.

Committed to Quality.

"One of the prettiest boatyards in the country and, thanks to some 81 years of marine service, one of the oldest."

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 — SERVICES — 
We are a full service boatyard
***We do not allow any owner work***

Bottom Paint

Sanding for bottom paint
Hauling, sanding, preparation
Antifouling paint
Blister remediation
Clean and paint metal

Electrical

Boat Electronics and electrical work
Electronics & Navigation
Troubleshooting
Solar and Wind
Bow and Stern Thrusters

Mechanical

Mechanical services
Diesel engine service, repair & replacement
Rudders, props, struts
 
Hydraulic cranes and davits

Plumbing, AC & Refrigeration

Boat Plumbing, AC & Refrigeration services
Pumps, hoses & water tanks
AC / Refrigeration
Thru-hull replacement
Sanitary plumbing & holding tanks

Rigging

Sailboat rigging services
Mast installation and removal
Standing & running rigging
Custom canvas & bridge enclosures
Solar support systems

Carpentry

Boat carpentry services
Interior & exterior wood repairs
Rot repair
Swim platforms


Fiberglass

Fiberglass services
Hull, deck and transom repair
Custom fiberglass installations
Rudder re-build
Keel service

Paint & Varnish

Paint and varnish services
Bottom paint
Paint & varnish repairs

Haul & Launch

Haul and launch services
Surveys & Short haul
Haul & prep for transport
Launch of transported yachts
Haul for storage & service


Damage Repair

Damage repair services
Bottom encounter repair
Hull, rudder, keel repair
Props, struts and shafts

Lightning Strikes

Lightning strike repair services
Evaluate damage
Replace electronics
Repair wiring systems
Insurance work

Island Packet Service

Island Packet repair services
Island Packet specialists
Chainplate replacement
Water tank replacement
Bow thruster installation

Transport

Yacht transport services
Receive and launch 
Haul and ship
Masts stepped / unstepped
Shrink wrapping

Cleaning & Waxing

Boat cleaning and waxing services
Hull & topside waxing
Boat cleaning and detailing

Boat Basin & Storage

Dock and dry storage services
Well-protected and convenient
Slips for boats up to 70'
Boat lifts up to 24,000lbs
Hurricane-ready dry storage
24-hour security

Matt Mathews

Service Manager

Hi, I'm Matt, the service manager here at Snead Island Boat Works. We've been a family-owned and operated company since 1936, and I'm proud to continue the tradition of quality work and personal attention that has made us one of the best boat yards on the Gulf coast for more than 80 years.
Call me to talk about your yacht!

 — What our customers are saying — 

"Great quality and on-time performance. Two most important aspects of a boat yard. Thanks!"
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​ Kip Becker
Facebook Review
"I have been using Snead Island for my boat since 2004. They always do an exceptional job. The staff is professional and knowledgeable. They definitely take pride in their work. I highly recommend."
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​Pat Roberts,
​Google Review
"One of the best marine service yards I've ever worked with in FL."
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​ David Sherberne
Facebook Review

 

Basin & Storage

Snead Island Boat Works offers slips in its well-protected basin and dry storage on-site.

Our well-protected basin is a great location to store your boat. Easy to access, with great depth, we're able to accommodate boats up to 70 feet in length drawing up to 8 feet. Our facility features showers and bathrooms and on-site security, so you can access your boat anytime, day or night.  Unfortunately, we do not allow liveaboards in the marina.
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GET AN ESTIMATE FOR A SLIP

Dry storage to withstand the summer's storms

Boats stored in dry storage are blocked and secured to four foot ground anchors with straps rated to withstand hurricane-force winds. When you store your boat at Snead Island for the hurricane season, you can rest assured that it is as safe as it can be on the Florida Coast. 
GET AN ESTIMATE FOR DRY STORAGE

Snead Island Boat Works has a rich history of quality craftsmanship on the Manatee River. 

LEARN MORE

GET IN TOUCH:

5225 Snead Island Road
Palmetto, FL 34221
Phone: (941) 722-2400
Fax: (941) 722-9650


EMAIL US:
​[email protected]

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GPS:
​Latitude: 27.524323
Longitude: -82.620736
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  • Service
    • Bottom Paint
    • Electrical
    • Mechanical
    • Plumbing, AC & Refrigeration
    • Rigging
    • Carpentry
    • Fiberglass
    • Paint & Varnish
    • Damage Repair
    • Lightning Strikes
    • Island Packet Service
    • Haul & Launch
    • Transport
    • Cleaning & Waxing
  • Boat Basin
  • Dry Storage
  • Rates
  • Blog
  • About
  • Contact
  • Employment