Slip Side Marine

Services & Pricing — Tacoma, WA

What We Do. What We Don't.

Five services. Fixed prices. Done at your slip. Every job comes with a photo report texted to you the same day. No estimates, no callbacks, no surprises.

Fixed menu pricingSame-week availabilityPhoto report every jobWe come to your slip

Peak Season

Spring Commissioning

$499–699

2.5–3.5 hours

  • Single outboard$499
  • Single I/O or inboard$599
  • Twin engine$699

The South Sound boating season is 26 weeks. Don't lose the first one to a service queue. We de-winterize your boat completely in a single visit — engine, fuel system, electrical, and a full photo inspection — so you're on the water the weekend you planned, not three weeks later.

  • Engine oil & filter change
  • Impeller replacement
  • Gearcase oil service
  • Fuel filter replacement
  • Spark plug inspection & service
  • Battery test & service
  • Cooling system inspection
  • 15-point photo inspection report

Best for: Boats coming out of winter storage or mooring. Book by March 1 — slots fill by March 15.

Fixed price confirmed before we start. Photo report same day. Cancel anytime.

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Peak Season

Fall Winterization

$399–599

2–3 hours

  • Single outboard$399
  • Single I/O or inboard$499
  • Twin engine$599

A boat that's properly winterized in October costs nothing in February. A boat that wasn't costs a season. We protect your engine, fuel system, and electrical from the cold — and document every step. Book in August. Don't wait for the October rush every other shop is already booked out of.

  • Fuel stabilization treatment
  • Engine oil & filter change
  • Cooling system antifreeze flush
  • Battery service & trickle prep
  • Gearcase oil service
  • Fogging oil treatment
  • Belts & hoses inspection
  • Photo documentation report

Best for: All boats going into storage or staying in water over winter. Book August 15 — fills by Oct 1.

Fixed price confirmed before we start. Photo report same day. Cancel anytime.

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Recurring

Annual Engine Service

$399–549

1.5–2.5 hours

  • Single outboard$399
  • Single I/O or inboard$449
  • Twin engine$549

The service your engine needs every year regardless of season — oil, impeller, gearcase, fuel, plugs, and a 15-point photo inspection. Year-round boaters, mid-season check-ups, and boats that missed spring commissioning. One appointment. Everything done. Photo report the same day.

  • Engine oil & filter change
  • Impeller replacement
  • Gearcase oil service
  • Fuel filter replacement
  • Spark plug service
  • Battery load test
  • Belt & hose inspection
  • 15-point photo inspection

Best for: Year-round boaters, mid-season service, anyone who missed spring commissioning.

Fixed price confirmed before we start. Photo report same day. Cancel anytime.

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As Needed

Electrical Service

$199–449

1–2.5 hours

  • Basic electrical (battery, bilge pump)$199
  • Mid-scope (shore power, VHF install)$299
  • Full scope (wiring, multiple systems)$449

Marine electrical failures cause more missed weekends — and more fires — than any other system on a recreational boat. Battery failure, bilge pump issues, shore power problems, electronics installs. We diagnose, fix, and document. You know exactly what was done before we leave the slip.

  • Battery replacement & install
  • Bilge pump replacement
  • Shore power inspection
  • VHF / electronics install
  • LED lighting upgrades
  • Basic wiring diagnosis
  • Photo documentation
  • Post-service test confirmation

Best for: Battery failures, bilge pump problems, electronics installs, shore power issues. Price confirmed before work begins.

Fixed price confirmed before we start. Photo report same day. Cancel anytime.

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High Value

Pre-Purchase Inspection

$299–399

2–2.5 hours

  • Outboard under 24ft$299
  • Inboard, sterndrive, cruiser to 32ft$399

Buying a used boat without an inspection is buying someone else's deferred maintenance. We check the engine, electrical, bilge, battery, hull, and transom — and deliver a complete photo report within two hours of completion. The $350 you spend here can save you $15,000 in surprises on the water.

  • Engine condition & compression check
  • Fuel system & filters
  • Electrical systems check
  • Battery load test
  • Bilge pump test & inspection
  • Visual hull & transom check
  • Running gear inspection
  • Full photo report (delivered within 2 hours)

Best for: Anyone buying a used boat. We travel to wherever the boat is located.

Fixed price confirmed before we start. Photo report same day. Cancel anytime.

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Service Pricing FAQ

How are your prices fixed if every boat is different?

Our prices are based on engine configuration. Single outboard starts at the low end of each range. Twin engine or inboard/outboard starts at the high end. The exact price is confirmed before we start — no surprises on the invoice.

Can I book just one specific service like just a battery swap?

Yes. Every service on the menu can be booked individually. Pick the one you need on the booking page and that's all you pay for.

Do I have to be present when you service the boat?

No. We just need access to the slip. We send you the photo report when the job is done so you know exactly what happened.

What We Don't Do

Not On Our Menu

We say no on purpose. Staying narrow is how we keep prices fixed and turnaround tight. Here's what we don't touch — and exactly who to call instead.

Diesel enginesSailboat riggingBoat detailingBottom paintMajor fiberglass repairTrailer service

Diesel engines

[Partner Shop Name]

(253) 000-0000

Sailboat rigging

[Partner Rigger Name]

(253) 000-0000

Detailing & bottom paint

[Partner Detailer Name]

(253) 000-0000

Where We Work

We Come to Your Slip — All South Sound Marinas

Based at Foss Harbor. We travel to every marina in Pierce County — no hauling, no drop-off required. Boats in Gig Harbor get the same fixed-menu pricing at Ole & Charlie's Marina, and we cover all Pierce County marinas including Steilacoom and Fox Island.

Foss HarborTyee MarinaNarrows MarinaBreakwater MarinaDock Street MarinaOle & Charlie'sArabella's LandingGig Harbor Marina & BoatyardPeninsula Yacht BasinSteilacoom MarinaCorinthian Yacht ClubTacoma Yacht ClubAll Pierce County Marinas

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