Signs You Need to Service Your Boat

Regular boat servicing helps ensure that your vessel lasts longer and performs better. However, recognizing whether or not your boat is in need of servicing can be easier said than done. That’s why the experts at Clews & Strawbridge have created this useful guide.

Unusual Sounds and Vibrations

You’ll naturally develop a sense of how your watercraft’s engines are “supposed to sound” as you use them. This is useful because any unusual sounds and vibrations can clue you in that it’s time to get your boat serviced. By simply paying attention to how your boat sounds, you can catch problems in their early stages while they are still easy to fix. 

Overheating

There’s nothing strange about an engine overheating when it’s pushed too far. However, overheating can cause serious damage to your boat’s engine, especially if it happens repeatedly. That’s why you should schedule a service appointment if your boat’s engines seem to overheat too easily or have just overheated too many times. 

Leaks

It’s hardly unusual for water to find its way onto the floor of your boat, but if things seem wetter than they should be, a leak might be the real cause. Small leaks might not seem like a huge deal, but they can easily grow larger if you ignore them. Thankfully, these smaller leaks can almost always be patched at home. If the leak is so large that it appears that your boat’s structure might be threatened, it’s time for a service appointment.

For more on boat servicing or to view our inventory of boats for sale, visit Clews & Strawbridge. Our dealership in Frazer, Pennsylvania offers convenient access to communities like Phoenixville and West Chester, Pennsylvania. We also offer financing, parts ordering, and servicing.