For Long Island boat owners, timing makes all the difference. We will explain why scheduling your boat repair and maintenance with Strong’s Marine before the season begins is essential — and how you can get the most value from our comprehensive marine maintenance services.
Planning your next boating season? If you’re a boat owner on Long Island, timing is everything. This blog will walk you through why scheduling boat repair and maintenance with Strong's Marine before the season starts is crucial, and help you get the most from our full suite of marine maintenance services.
Whether you’re looking for winter-to-spring prep, routine upkeep, or cosmetic upgrades, this is your guide to a stress-free launch on the water.
Boating on salt water around Long Island, takes a toll. Engines, hulls, and all the systems onboard are exposed to salt, moisture, and wear. Skipping maintenance simply because the season feels “far away” can lead to:
Strong’s “Total Care” plan is a full preventative maintenance package designed to make yearly upkeep convenient and comprehensive. It includes winterization, spring commissioning, engine tune-ups, water-pump rebuilds, storage, detailing, and everything your boat needs to stay in prime condition.
With this plan, boaters enjoy: timely repairs (5-day repair guarantee for operational issues, with even a free loaner boat if needed), complimentary dockside service calls, and special rates on detailing and cosmetic services.
As soon as your last summer cruise is over, schedule winterization and storage. This ensures fresh water flushing, engine fogging, zinc replacement, and battery disconnect — all of which prevent corrosion and long-term wear during winter downtime. Strong’s offers both indoor and outdoor storage across multiple locations.
Winterizing early also gives you a better chance to secure storage slots; space fills up fast, and waiting may mean a long delay.
Before you think of launching, spring commissioning should be on your calendar. Strong’s technicians will: charge your batteries, test engines, check gauges and alarms, inspect steering and electrical systems, and often sea-trial your boat to ensure it runs properly.
Scheduling this before peak season starts helps you avoid long wait times and ensures your boat is safe and seaworthy from day one.
If you have periods of inactivity (e.g., long winters, occasional long gaps between cruises), periodic marine maintenance, including basic tune-ups, water-pump impeller replacement, and corrosion checks, can prevent small issues from becoming big problems. Strong’s Marine is well-equipped for these services year-round.
When you choose Strong’s for boat service and repair on Long Island, you’re tapping into a full-service marine shop. our offerings include:
At the first sign of damage, take action. Corrosion, wear and tear, and engine problems can take a toll over months of non-usage; hence, early maintenance supports that risk in the bud.
With Strong’s Marine’s legacy of more than eight decades, certified technicians, and a full suite of marine maintenance services, boat owners can rest easy knowing their vessel is in good hands.
A1: Ideally, soon after your final fall outing, as soon as you’re done boating for the season, to ensure your boat is properly flushed, protected against corrosion, and stored safely.
A2: The spring commissioning process with Strong’s consists of battery charging, engine start-up, and testing, sea-trial to monitor RPMs and performance, inspection of steering and electrical systems (lights, bilge pump, blowers), gauges/alarms, and a complete wash, wax, and detailing to prepare your boat for the water.
A3: Yes. We provide both indoor and outdoor storage at multiple locations, capable of housing boats and yachts up to 110 ft, plus pick-up and delivery service if needed.
A4: Strong’s services outboards, inboard/outboards, inboards, diesel engines, IPS pod drives, and offers everything from engine tune-ups and water-pump rebuilds to fiberglass repair, upholstery, marine electronics, propeller maintenance, and more.
A5: Because Strong’s brings decades of experience (80+ years), certified technicians, multiple locations across Long Island, full-service offerings, and a commitment to Total Care. That means consistent maintenance, warranty-level service, storage, mobile dockside calls, and peace of mind — all under one trusted name.
If you want your next boating season on Long Island to be smooth, enjoyable, and safe, don’t wait until the last minute. Schedule boat service Long Island and maintenance with Strong’s Marine before the season starts. Whether it’s winterization now or spring commissioning later, taking care of your boat at the right time saves you frustration, money, and ensures you’re ready when the water’s calling.
Remember: routine marine maintenance isn’t optional — it’s essential for preserving your investment and maximizing your time on the water. Schedule early. Cruise easily.
Strong's Marine has been a family owned business since 1945. In 2013, Strong's Marine acquired the marina in Mattituck, now known as Strong's Water Club & Resort. Strong's Marine has four locations in Mattituck including the flagship location at Mattituck Bay, Strong's Yacht Center, Strong's Main Road and of course the Strong's Water Club & Resort. You can find Strong's Marine across Long Island at our numerous locations including Port Washington, Freeport, Southampton, Mattituck, and Cutchogue