Day: April 18, 2026

  • On a mooring ball? No problem! Our tender can come out to you!

    On a mooring ball? No problem! Our tender can come out to you!

    A Small Upgrade with a Big Impact: Sunstate Marine’s New Tender

    If your boat is sitting on a mooring ball, getting routine underwater work done shouldn’t feel like a project. At Sunstate Marine Services, we’ve made a simple investment that solves a very real problem, we’ve added a dedicated tender so we can come directly to boats on moorings throughout the Indian River Lagoon.

    Mooring Ball Service Just Got Easier in Vero Beach and Fort Pierce

    For boat owners in and around Vero Beach City Marina, this means no more juggling schedules or relocating your vessel just to stay on top of maintenance. We now specialize in servicing boats exactly where they sit, with a strong focus on mooring ball access.

    Hull cleaning on mooring balls is one of the most commonly delayed services we see, and it’s also one of the most important. Growth builds faster than most people expect in the lagoon, and when it’s ignored, performance drops and fuel costs rise. Being able to reach your boat directly allows us to keep hull cleaning consistent, which is what actually protects your bottom line.

    The same goes for propellor swaps and underwater hardware work. Whether you’ve picked up damage, need a seasonal change, or just want to optimize performance, we can now handle propellor work on-site at your mooring ball without the added hassle of moving the boat. It’s faster, more efficient, and keeps your downtime to a minimum.

    Anode replacements are another area where access makes all the difference. Missing or depleted zincs are one of the most common issues we find during dives, especially on boats that stay in the water full-time. Without proper anodes, corrosion doesn’t take long to start doing real damage. Now, replacing them while your boat remains on its mooring is straightforward and routine instead of something that gets pushed off.

    This same setup also allows us to respond more effectively to search and recovery situations in mooring fields. When something goes overboard or hardware fails, being able to get a diver on-site quickly (without relying on dock access )can make the difference between recovery and loss.

    (Lead Diver taking out his family for the tender’s maiden voyage)

    If your boat is on a mooring ball and due for hull cleaning, a propellor swap, anode replacement, or you need fast search and recovery, Sunstate Marine Services is ready to come to you. Call or text 772-828-1099 or email us at [email protected]. We’ll meet you right at your mooring and get the job done efficiently, professionally, and without the hassle of moving your vessel.