Year-Round Boat Repair And Restoration
It may be the dead of winter, and we may have months of the cold stuff ahead of us, but if you are itching for the warmer weather so you can get out on the water, consider scratching that itch by getting your boat in shape for the warmer weather. There is no better place in Minnesota for boat repair and restoration than Anchor Marine Repair.
Scheduling time with Anchor Marine Repair now means that you will not run the risk of having to wait longer than you would like by waiting when the warmer weather arrives–in other words… Read Full Article →
A leaking boat is no mere annoyance. Every crack, tear, split seam, or missing rivet can put you one step closer to a sinking vessel. Left unattended, minor damage can lead to a major headache. Not to worry though – you can usually handle small leaks yourself before they spiral out of control. When you need the professionals to step in, call Anchor Marine Repair for all your repair and refinishing work.
As we approach the end of our warmer weather months and prepare for weather that creates the stereotypes of Minnesota in the minds of people who live in warmer weather states, boat owners are beginning to think about putting their boats away for a few months. Anchor Marine Repair can help you achieve peace of mind about putting your boat away this season. When you spend time out on the water, it is almost inevitable that you will strike, or be struck by, some kind of obstacle. It could be debris from some other boat owner’s collision, the remains of a dock that collapsed long ago, or another boat owner’s irresponsibility … 
Out on the water, many boaters have the luxury of owning a fiberglass boat. There are so many benefits to fiberglass vessels, it’s hard to pick the best. Generally, fiberglass boats weigh more. For this reason, they are known for being more stable than aluminum boats. For example, when the wind picks up, a fiberglass boat would tend to drift slower and more predictable than an aluminum one. In general, fiberglass offers more comfort as well, in terms of stability and noise. So what happens when the unthinkable happens and your fiberglass boat gets into an accident? Can this strong, durable material be mended, repaired and restored … 
Fiberglass is a versatile, strong, and light material that is ideal for boat construction. It holds up against everything from prolonged exposure to the elements to sudden, hard impact. It is also a time-tested material, so boat buyers can make their purchases with confidence knowing that the fiberglass boat they have invested in will last for many years. However, just like anything, even fiberglass is not indestructible. If your boat has started to show signs of aging or wear and tear from being exposed to harsh weather conditions, or if it has been damaged by an unexpected collision with another boat or underwater object… 
After a prolonged period when it felt unsafe—and actually was unsafe in some ways—to spend time with others who you did not live with, the signs are finally pointing to life getting back to normal. If you are a boat owner and/or water enthusiast, the news is even better for you because the safest place to be, even during the tail end of a pandemic, is outdoors. We are right in the middle of boat season. Our boats can be a source of relief from life’s many stresses, and after spending so long in the grip of a global health crisis, that may be truer than ever. If your boat has been damaged, and this has limited your ability to get out on the water…. 