Expert Boat Maintenance in Providence
In-water hull cleaning, zinc replacement, and propeller work for boats around Providence.
Boat Maintenance Services We Provide
Hull Cleaning
We remove barnacles, slime, and growth from your hull below the waterline, restoring speed and cutting fuel use.
Zinc Replacement
We replace worn sacrificial anodes that protect your propeller, shaft, and underwater metal from corrosion, all done in the water.
Propeller Cleaning
We clean and clear propellers, shafts, struts, and running gear, removing growth that drags down performance and handling.
Backed by 350+ Happy Customers
Captain Redeye Dive Services is in my opinion one of the best. He asked what my issue was and gave me a price which was very fair. He gave me a time that he would be at my boat and he arrived on time. Captain Matt is very pleasant to work with and truly a professional. I would not hesitate to hire him again.
Matt is incredible! He rescued a phone that was in 25+ ft in water in less than a minute. He was very responsive and eager to help. We will be keeping Matt on speed dial. Highly recommend anyone to use Captain Redeye. Thank you so much (again!)
Matt was extremely responsive and prompt when arranging his services. When he was completed, he provided a detailed debrief of the services he performed. I look forward to using him again with our busy charter yacht.
Awesome company to work with! Capt. Matt answered my call and was able to assist me very early in the morning like at 4 am jumping into the cold water and taking out rope in my wheels. He was on time and had all the necessary equipment needed to do the job. He even checked the strainers while he was down there! Thank you very much Capt. Matt for helping me out!
I contacted Matt and he returned my phone call in less than 10 minutes, and arrived the same day within a few hours of calling. My Burberry clutch, car keys, and a few other personal items were sitting at the bottom of a harbor/dock for almost 24 hours. Matthew successfully retrieved them in 5 minutes after checking the general location! I strongly recommend his recovery services!! Thank you again!
I had Matt come out to fix a leak in my pool. Price was reasonable. Service was phenomenal. Couldn’t ask for a better experience.
Why Routine Hull Service Pays Off
Narragansett Bay fouls hulls fast through the warm months, and a clean bottom protects both performance and the metal underneath. Owners schedule regular maintenance for good reason.
Frequently Asked Questions
A few clear signs point to it: your boat feels slower or burns more fuel, you see barnacles or slime at the waterline, the propeller sounds rougher, or it has simply been a few months since the last cleaning. In the warm season, growth builds quickly, so most owners notice a drop in performance before the hull is visibly fouled.
We start by inspecting the hull underwater, then clean barnacles, slime, and growth from the bottom by hand or with appropriate tools. We clear the propeller and running gear, check the anodes, and replace worn zincs if needed. If we spot damage that calls for underwater repair, or you have lost something overboard that needs search and recovery, we can help with that too. We finish by noting the condition of everything below the waterline so you know exactly what we found.
A few factors shape it: the length and type of your boat, how much growth has built up, whether zincs need replacing, and the condition of the propeller and running gear. Water clarity and access at your slip or mooring can play a part too. For an accurate number, get a free quote here.
Most boats in the bay benefit from cleaning every four to eight weeks through the active season, since barnacles and slime return quickly in warm salt water. Boats that sit unused for long stretches often need more frequent attention, and a routine underwater inspection can flag growth on the running gear early. A regular schedule keeps performance steady and makes each cleaning faster and easier.
How long does a hull cleaning take?
A routine cleaning on a typical recreational boat is often done in well under an hour, while larger vessels or heavily fouled bottoms take longer. Adding zinc replacement or detailed running gear work extends the time, and if the dive turns up a problem we can follow with a full inspection. We also handle pool leak detection for customers who need it. Visibility and conditions at your slip or mooring also affect how long the dive runs.
What areas do you serve?
We provide boat maintenance across Barrington, Bristol, Cranston, East Greenwich, Jamestown, Newport, North Kingstown, Portsmouth, Providence, Warren, Warwick, and communities across Rhode Island and Connecticut. View our full service area here.
Our Service Area
We provide diving services to boat owners across Providence and the surrounding Narragansett Bay communities.
Book Your Boat Maintenance Today
Reach out to schedule hull cleaning, zinc replacement, or propeller work for your boat in the area.
