Lake Tahoe Wooden Boat Pros Offer Deck Replacement Classic wooden boats offer an unparalleled experience on the water, but because of their age and the material they’re made of, they also require a great deal of upkeep. If you own a wooden boat like a Riva, you likely are familiar with the need for annual maintenance, periodic refinishing, and other general upkeep tasks. However, occasionally a wooden boat is in need of a more invasive repair: deck replacement. As a leading provider of wooden boat service, finishing, and restoration, we have worked with classic vessels in all kinds of conditions. Whether your boat looks brand new or needs a complete overhaul, we can help. We’re based in Lake Tahoe, but over the years, we have established ourselves as a leader in the wooden boat repair business, and people from across the nation seek out our services. While there are some wooden boat upkeep tasks which can be done by owners, a deck replacement is a job for a master carpenter who understands wooden boat repair and finishing. This is where we come in, and in the sections below, we will provide insight into how we replace decks and when deck replacement is necessary. When Does a Deck Need to Be Replaced? When we work with any client, we try to treat their boat as if it were our own. This means determining the most efficient way to make a complete repair. Sometimes, if a boat has a small area of the deck with broken or missing wood, or a small area that has been unprotected and has begun to rot, we can remove the area and replace a small section. Other times, damage to the deck is extensive, or wood rot has spread over a large area, and it is necessary to replace the entire deck. If your deck has soft spots, visible damage, or has been neglected for some time, we can diagnose it and determine the appropriate course of action. What is Involved in Deck Replacement? Any time you work with a boat which is 50, 75, or 100 years old, extreme care and attention to detail is necessary. When we perform a deck replacement, we select wood which is as close as possible to the original material of the boat and install a new deck to match the hull. Because we have worked with many Riva boats over the years, we have the know-how, equipment, and experience to rebuild the deck to the correct specifications for the boat and provide a one-to-one replacement. Once our carpentry is done and the new deck is in place, we add a complete, professional finish to the new wood, which will protect it for the long haul. Why Work Us? We understand replacing an entire deck on a Riva classic boat is a big decision for any boat owner. If you are looking for someone to do this work, we are confident we are the ideal choice. As wooden boat owners ourselves, we are truly passionate about these classic vessels and we have a passion for bringing new life into them. We also have references from happy clients both locally and across the nation. If you want to learn more about how we can help, please reach out to us today.