About Us

Built on the spirit of the saltworks

The earliest enterprise along the shores of Buzzards Bay was the saltworks — a clever system utilizing what was on hand, and a bit of craftsmanship to produce sea salt. Hand crafted equipment moved seawater to huge evaporation pans, which utilized the heat of the sun to produce salt.

It is in this spirit of ingenuity and craftsmanship that Saltworks Marine provides care for the crafts that ply these same waters of Buzzards Bay and beyond. Saltworks Marine provides safe-keeping and service of the highest quality. Our small, highly experienced, talented team of craftsmen takes pride in our ability to provide service of the utmost quality at a cost that is more than competitive.

ABBRA, American Boat Builders & Repairers Association seal

2014 Award of Excellence for Customer Care

The American Boat Builders & Repairers Association (ABBRA) chose Saltworks Marine as 2014 winner of the “Award of Excellence for Customer Care.” Committee Chair Pam Lendzion noted our passion for excellence, focus on the customers’ best interest, an inclusive approach to maintenance and service, and a low-cost structure that increases customer value.

The Saltworks Marine storage barn under a rainbow

Services

Everything your boat needs

Fiberglass Repair & Fabrication
From the smallest damage, to new decks, new consoles, swim platforms or anything else you need we can do it. Our expert glass crew has vast experience with Polyester and Epoxy resin.
Systems Installation
Saltworks specializes in electrical, electronics, charging systems, and every aspect of marine plumbing. From heads and fuel systems, to thrusters and windlass installations, we service, maintain and upgrade these critical systems. Whether refrigeration systems, solar arrays or lithium-ion batteries with custom charging systems, we have the experience to customize your yacht.
Storage
Saltworks Marine provides mooring-to-mooring service. As an inland boatyard, we pass on lower costs to our customers who enjoy very competitive storage rates. From hauling to inside, outside and heated-inside, we have storage options for sailboats and power boats up to 60′.
Custom Docks & Repair
We can build docks to your specific needs, whether that be a large haulable float or a new ramp, with vast experience in composite and natural materials from plastic to Mahogany.
Engine Diagnostics, Repair & Maintenance
Our experienced mechanics service Outboard, Inboard, I/O, gas or diesel engines, from repair and maintenance to rebuilds and troubleshooting.
Painting & Paint Repair
From beautiful fresh topsides to a new coat of bottom paint. Our Alexseal factory certified paint tech Toby Gonsalves is specially trained in the application of Alexseal products, and we have vast experience with competing paints as well.
Restoration
Restorations may very well be the most fun for us: bringing life back into a tired old hull, often making it perform better than it ever did with modern materials and experience. From Columbia 50’s to 13′ Boston Whalers, we can do it all.
Bright Work & Marine Carpentry
From constructing new hatches and doors to reviving old tired bright work with fresh coats of varnish, our experienced craftsmen will make it look beautiful, with all wood finishes from surface oils to varnish and waxes.
Shrink Wrap Service
Shrink wrap is by far your next best option to indoor storage in protecting your boat from New England’s harsh winters. We also offer mobile shrink wrap service for people who keep their boats at home for the off season.