If you have an upcoming classic wooden boat restoration project, there are only so many people who can get the job done the right way. Restoring wooden boats is a niche industry, but the level of service you receive can vary greatly depending on who you choose to work with.
Our team is proud to be a leader in the wooden boat repair, maintenance, and restoration space, and we have been trusted with wooden vessels from our area in Lake Tahoe, and also by clients across the country. We have a true passion for wooden boats, and our master carpentry, finishing, and restoration experience makes us an excellent choice for any project.
Because we have worked with many different people for a wide variety of wooden boat projects, we have many new prospective clients reach out to us regularly to evaluate our services. In this article, we will provide some insight into what it takes to select the best wooden boat restoration partner for your project, and discuss why we’re the ideal choice.
Ask For Referrals From Friends
Typically, the wooden boat community is a tight-knit group of people who appreciate these classic vessels. The word of a trusted friend is worth far more than any amount of marketing a company could do, so if you have friends or contacts who have restored a wooden boat before, ask them how they felt about their restoration partner. People are often happy to share their experience, and it will help by either providing someone who is competent and did a good job on their boat, or by allowing you to rule someone out if your friend did not have a good experience.
Seek Reviews and Testimonials
If you do not have any personal contacts who have been through the wooden boat restoration process before, it’s a good idea to seek out reviews for restoration partners who you are considering working with. Checking websites like Google, Yelp, and others can help you get a feel for their reputation. In addition, it’s a good idea to ask for testimonials and even for contact information for other clients who have worked with a restoration pro if you’re seriously considering working with them.
Interview Your Top Choices
Restoring a wooden boat is a large financial commitment in many cases. Since this is the case, it makes sense to talk directly with your top choices before making a decision on who to trust with your vessel. Ask questions which cover topics like their relevant experience, what services they provide, their restoration approach, and their timeline for the project. Their answers can help determine if they’re the right person for your boat.
Choose Someone With Passion for Boats
Taking on a wooden boat restoration is a large job, and it takes a wealth of knowledge and experience to bring a boat back to its former glory. Because of the skill and care necessary for a restoration to look its best, the person taking on the restoration needs to have a passion for what they’re doing. If they do, it will show through in their work.
If you’re planning to take on a restoration project in the future, we would love the chance to work with you. To ask questions, learn more about what we do, or schedule a consultation to discuss your project, please reach out to us today.
