Marina del Rey · 90292 · Haul-out Coordination
Antifouling bottom paint services in Marina del Rey, CA. We coordinate your haul-out, prep the hull, apply ablative or hard-coat paint, and splash you back — all handled with one call.
Call for a free quote 📞 (424) 766-5713We answer 7 days a week · Callback under 10 minutes · Pay after job is done
About the service
Southern California's warm Pacific water creates ideal conditions for marine growth — barnacles, slime, and algae can foul a hull in weeks without proper antifouling protection. In Marina del Rey, most boats need bottom paint every 12–18 months depending on the basin, how often you sail, and the paint system you're using.
We connect MDR boat owners with experienced local painters who know MDR's boatyards, can coordinate your haul-out date, and apply the right paint system for your hull material and usage pattern. One call handles everything from haul to splash.
What's included
Paint types explained
Ablative (self-polishing) paints slowly wear away as the boat moves through water, constantly exposing fresh biocide. They're ideal for boats that sail regularly and work well in Marina del Rey's busy sailing season. Brands: Interlux Micron, Pettit Hydrocoat.
Hard antifouling paints don't ablate — they provide a durable shell that can be scrubbed between haulouts. Better for boats on moorings or in slips that don't move much. Brands: Interlux Fiberglass Bottomkote, Pettit Trinidad.
Our technicians will evaluate your hull, usage pattern, and basin conditions in Marina del Rey and recommend the right system. Call us and we'll walk you through it before you book anything.
Describe what's going on with your boat and we'll figure it out together — no pressure, no commitment.
Free advice, any time📞 (424) 766-5713Common questions
Most boats in Marina del Rey need bottom paint every 12–18 months. Liveaboards or boats that rarely move may need it annually. Frequently-sailed vessels using ablative paint can sometimes stretch to 18–24 months.
Yes — we coordinate the full haul-out process at Marina del Rey boatyards. You don't need to arrange anything separately. One call handles haul, paint, and splash.
A typical bottom paint job takes 2–3 days from haul to splash: one day for haul and prep, one for painting and drying, and a day for splash and return to slip.
Ablative paint wears away as the boat moves, continuously releasing biocide — ideal for boats that sail regularly. Hard antifouling stays put and needs scrubbing — better for boats that sit in the slip most of the time.
Yes. Our technicians will diagnose and repair osmotic blisters as part of the haul-out process, then apply a barrier coat before antifouling paint to prevent recurrence.
Not necessarily. Many owners drop off a key and authorization and we handle everything. We'll document the process with photos throughout.
Bottom painting costs vary significantly by boat size, paint type, and hull condition. Call (424) 766-5713 for a free quote specific to your vessel.
Signs include visible growth on the hull, slowed boat speed, or it's been more than 18 months since your last haul. A diver inspection can confirm whether you need a full paint job or just a scrub.