Full-Service Boat Maintenance at Gwynns Island & in Norfolk
Time to do your annual boat maintenance, as winterization keeps your motor running at its best for you and your family. We have several packages to choose from – email us today to schedule what you need done. Early bird discounts are available for those who schedule in September and October. Mobile services are available within Mathews county.
Morningstar Marinas at Gwynns Island on the Chesapeake bay is a true full-service marina with boat storage and rentals, a Ship’s Store and parts department, and an extremely knowledgeable, efficient service center. Whether it’s for your leisure, sport or fishing boat – outboard, inboard or IO – our service team is equipped to handle all of your emergency boat repairs, routine services, or annual maintenance. With over 35 years of combined marine mechanic expertise, our full-time staff of seasoned technicians will quickly and accurately diagnose your boat’s condition, advise preventative maintenance, and perform quality work quickly to get you back out on the water and ensure that your boat runs well for years to come.
Our mechanics also spend two days each week at our Morningstar Marinas Little Creek location in Norfolk. Please use the links at the bottom of the page to request boat maintenance service at either marina.
Remember we detail, bottom paint, shrink wrap, acid wash the bottom, etc – all your cosmetic needs.
2024 Rates
Hauling Fees
- Haul-Power wash $10.00 per foot
- Haul-Power wash-Scrape $15.00 per foot
- Quick Haul (1 hour or less) $7.00 per foot
- Daily work rack $25.00 per day
- Paint stands $35.00 per day
Storage Fees
- 6 months minimum, depends on availability
- Call for current rates
- Leases run: Annual, Semi Annual (May to October) or (November to April) +/- a month on either side
Hurricane Haul Out
- Hurricane Club $500.00 per year. *Haul up to 4 days (2 days prior/2 days after hurricane)
- Daily Hurricane Haul up $225.00 flat fee for outside up to 4 days
Labor Rates
- Yard Labor $90.00 per hour
- Mechanical $115.00 for tenants/$130.00 non-tenant/$150 Little Creek
Service Options
Tune Up
- Fuel engine filter changed
- Spark plugs changed
- Oil changed
- Gear lube changed
- Oil filter changed
- Water fuel separator
Labor 3 hours/parts $389.02
Oil Change
- Oil drained and replaced
- Oil filter changed
Labor 1.5 hours/parts $175.08
Gear Lube
- Gear lube drained and replaced
Labor 0.5 hour/gear lube $75.00
Water Pump Impeller
- Water pump kit replaced
Labor 2-2.5 hours/water pump imp. Kit $35-70
20 Hour Service
- Oil changed
- Oil filter
- Water fuel separator replaced
- Gear lube changed
Labor 2 hours/parts $278.08
100 Hour Service
- Oil changed
- Oil filter
- Water fuel separator replaced
- Spark plugs replaced
- Gear lube changed
Labor 3-4 hours/parts $359.86 (+/- $25-70 for plugs)
300 Hour Service
- Oil changed
- Oil filter
- Water fuel separator replaced
- Spark plugs replaced
- Gear lube changed
- Water pump impeller replaced
Labor 5 hours/parts $458.95 (+/- $25-70 for plugs) (+/- $35-70 for wp imp)
500 Hour Service
- Oil changed
- Oil filter
- Water fuel separator replaced
- Spark plugs replaced
- Gear lube changed
- Water pump impeller replaced
- Internal VST filter/tank cleaned/valves
Labor 5 hours/parts $458.95 (+/- $25-70 for plugs) (+/- $35-70 for wp imp)
Environmental Fee
- $15.00 *Included with any work orders with oil or gear lube changed
Shop Supplies Fee
- $5.00 *Included with any work orders with zip ties, rags, etc. used