Sunrise Marine
Last updated July 2026
In Tampa Bay, a full detail runs from about
$1,700 for a smaller boat to $13,000 or more for a
large one, priced by boat length and hull type. An interior deep clean
is $450 to $1,200. A sanding restoration for heavy
oxidation runs $4,800 to $38,700. Ceramic coating runs
$2,600 to $19,350. Captain's Wash maintenance is
$140 to $315 a visit. Every quote is flat price, written, and owner
reviewed, with no surprise add ons. Get a free quote in 2 minutes.
2026 Tampa Bay boat detailing prices at a glance
| Service | Tampa Bay price (2026) |
|---|---|
| Full Detail (wash, buff, polish, wax) | $1,700 to $13,000 flat price by boat size |
| Sanding restoration (the permanent fix) | $4,800 to $38,700 flat price by boat size |
| Marine ceramic coating | $2,600 to $19,350 flat price by boat size |
| Captain's Wash monthly maintenance | $140 to $315 per visit |
| Interior only deep clean | $450 to $1,200 flat price by boat size |
| Teak restoration | by quote |
| Upholstery and vinyl deep clean | by quote |
| Brightwork and metal polishing | by quote |
All prices are flat, written, and owner reviewed. The exact quote depends on boat length, hull type, and condition. Get a free written quote.
Boat detailing cost by boat size
The most common question we get is what a detail costs for a specific size of boat.
Here is what a full detail runs by boat length in Tampa Bay. Hull type
moves you within the range: open boats (bay boats and center consoles) sit low, walkarounds and cruisers sit high.
| Boat size | Full detail |
|---|---|
| 20 ft boat | $1,740 to $1,950 |
| 24 ft boat | $1,750 to $2,400 |
| 28 ft boat | $2,300 to $2,800 |
| 30 ft boat | $2,430 to $2,950 |
| 34 ft boat | $3,080 to $3,920 |
| 40 ft boat | $4,150 to $5,530 |
| 45 ft boat | $5,100 to $7,090 |
| 50 ft and up boat | $6,080 and up |
Full detail, by boat length and hull type. Open boats (bay boats and center consoles) sit at the low end, walkarounds and cruisers at the high end. The per foot rate rises smoothly with boat length. Heavy oxidation that needs sanding is quoted as a restoration.
Full detail vs sanding vs ceramic: which do you need?
Most boats need a full detail. If the gel coat is chalky and faded beyond what a
buff will fix, that is the sanding route, the permanent fix. Ceramic adds years of
protection on top. Here is how they compare.
| Service | Best for | How long it lasts | Tampa Bay price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Detail | Light to moderate oxidation, regular upkeep | About 6 months to a year | $1,700 to $13,000 by size |
| Sanding restoration | Chalky, faded, heavily oxidized gel coat | Permanent | $4,800 to $38,700 by size |
| Ceramic coating | Long term UV and saltwater protection | 2 plus years | $2,600 to $19,350 by size |
| Captain's Wash | Keeping a clean boat clean between details | Recurring maintenance | $140 to $315 per visit |
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What changes the price
- Boat length and hull type. Pricing is built on boat length, then adjusted for hull type. Bay boats and shallow hulls are faster and cost less. Walkarounds, catamarans, and cruisers have more access and complexity and cost more. The per foot rate rises smoothly with length, so larger boats cost more per foot than smaller ones.
- Current condition. Light oxidation is a full detail. Chalky, faded gel coat that a buff will not fix moves the job to a sanding restoration. A maintained boat costs noticeably less than one that has not been touched in two years.
- Buff versus permanent fix. A full detail brings the shine back for about six months to a year. If you want it to last permanently, that is the sanding route, around three times the price. Ceramic adds years of protection on top of a corrected surface.
- Add ons. Teak, upholstery extraction, ceramic top coats, mildew treatment, and engine room work are quoted separately, so you only pay for what you need.
- Schedule. Same week booking is included at no premium. We are fully mobile and come to your dock, lift, slip, or driveway, with no haul out or marina transfer fees.
Service by service pricing breakdown
Full Detail (wash, buff, polish, wax)
$1,700 to $13,000 flat price by boat size
Our core service and the one most owners want. A full exterior buff, polish, and wax that pulls light to moderate oxidation and water spotting and brings the gel coat back to a deep shine, plus a full interior and compartment clean. Results hold about six months to a year in the Florida sun. Most owners book it once or twice a year.
- Wash, compound, polish, and marine wax on the whole boat
- Deep clean inside: compartments, rust spots, metal, glass
- Brightwork and stainless polish, hardware detail
- Lasts about six months to a year
- Priced by boat length and hull type
Sanding restoration (the permanent fix)
$4,800 to $38,700 flat price by boat size
For chalky, faded, badly oxidized gel coat that a buff alone will not fix, the kind a yard might tell you needs paint. Sanding removes the dead surface layer, then full compound, polish, and seal. This is the permanent fix and runs around three times a full detail. The owner confirms the final number on every sanding job.
- Test spot first to confirm the boat is a candidate
- Sanding of oxidized surfaces, then multi stage compound and polish
- Color correction on dull and chalky panels
- Permanent result, not a temporary shine
- Owner confirms scope and price
Marine ceramic coating
$2,600 to $19,350 flat price by boat size
A marine grade ceramic coating that bonds to the gel coat, beads saltwater, and protects against UV oxidation for years. Applied over a corrected, oxidation free surface. Runs about one and a half times a full detail on the same boat. The owner confirms the prep and final number on every ceramic job.
- Required prep: oxidation removal or correction first
- Multi layer marine ceramic application
- UV, saltwater, and spotting protection that lasts years
- Recommended annual maintenance booster
- Owner confirms scope and price
Captain's Wash monthly maintenance
$140 to $315 per visit
Recurring wash down that keeps a clean boat clean between details. It keeps her looking sharp at the dock, it does not extend how long a full detail lasts. Most owners book it biweekly or monthly. No contract, cancel anytime.
- Exterior wash, vinyl wipe down, glass, deck blow, quick interior tidy
- Biweekly is $6 a foot, monthly is $7 a foot per visit
- Thirty to forty five minutes per visit
- Photo recap after every visit
- We come to your dock
Interior only deep clean
$450 to $1,200 flat price by boat size
An interior reset for a boat whose outside is fine but whose cockpit, cabin, and compartments need attention. Around $25 a foot.
- Interior shampoo: carpet, vinyl, cushions
- Compartments and bilge wipe down
- Console and electronics dust and wipe
- Glass and metal inside
- Final walk through report
Teak restoration
by quote
Cleaning, brightening, sanding if needed, and sealing of teak decks, swim platforms, or trim. Price scales with square footage and condition.
- Two part teak cleaner and brightener
- Light sanding for raised grain
- Marine grade teak sealer or oil
- Re coat plan available
Upholstery and vinyl deep clean
by quote
Deep extraction on cushions, helm seats, headliners, and vinyl, with optional mold and mildew treatment and UV protectant.
- Hot water extraction
- Mildew and mold treatment
- Vinyl conditioner and UV protectant
- Stain spotting
Brightwork and metal polishing
by quote
Stainless rails, cleats, hardware, props, and aluminum trim, multi stage polished to remove pitting, oxidation, and salt staining.
- Two or three stage metal polish
- Sealant on polished surfaces
- Add on to any other service
- Recommended quarterly in saltwater
Boat detailing pricing FAQ
How much does it cost to detail a boat in Tampa Bay? A full detail runs from about $1,700 for a smaller boat to $13,000 or more for a large one, priced by boat length and hull type. An interior only deep clean is $450 to $1,200. A sanding restoration for heavy oxidation runs $4,800 to $38,700. Marine ceramic coating runs $2,600 to $19,350. Captain's Wash maintenance is $140 to $315 a visit. Every quote is a flat, written price with no surprise add ons. How much does it cost to detail a 24 foot boat? A full detail on a 24 foot boat runs about $1,750 to $2,400 in Tampa Bay, depending on hull type and condition. A center console lands around $1,750. That includes the full exterior buff, polish, and wax plus an interior and compartment clean. How much does it cost to detail a 30 foot boat? A full detail on a 30 foot boat runs about $2,430 to $2,950, with a standard center console around $2,590. Heavily oxidized gel coat that needs sanding would cost more and is quoted as a restoration. How much to detail a 40 foot boat or larger? Larger boats cost more per foot because of the added height and access, so a full detail on a 40 foot boat typically runs about $4,150 to $5,530, and larger yachts run higher, up to around $13,000. We give a written flat quote once we know the exact length and hull type. How much does a boat detail cost per foot? A full detail runs about $100 a foot for smaller boats and scales up smoothly to about $215 a foot on larger yachts, adjusted for hull type, but we always quote the flat total rather than a per foot rate because hull type and condition change the math. What is the difference between a full detail and sanding? A full detail compounds, polishes, and waxes the gel coat to bring the shine back, and it lasts about six months to a year. Sanding restoration removes the dead oxidized surface layer and is the permanent fix for chalky, faded gel coat. Sanding runs around three times the price of a full detail and is the right call when the gel coat is too far gone for a buff. How much does it cost to ceramic coat a boat? Marine ceramic coating runs roughly $2,600 for a smaller boat up to about $19,350 for a large one, scaled by boat length and hull type, plus how much prep, oxidation removal or sanding, is needed first. Ceramic bonds to the gel coat and protects against UV and saltwater for years. The owner reviews and confirms every ceramic quote. How long does boat detailing last? A buff, polish, and wax lasts about six months to a year in the Florida sun, usually closer to a year. A Captain's Wash maintenance plan keeps the boat clean in between but does not make the shine itself last longer. The only permanent fix is sanding. Ceramic coating adds years of protection on top of a corrected surface. How much does it cost to detail a boat that has been sitting? A boat that has been sitting for six months or more usually needs more than a wash. Moderate oxidation puts it in the full detail band, and chalky or faded gel coat puts it into sanding restoration territory. We can usually tell which from a few photos. Does pricing change by city in Tampa Bay? No. Pricing is the same across St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Tampa, Dunedin, Palm Harbor, Tarpon Springs, Largo, Safety Harbor, and the rest of Pinellas and the Tampa Bay area. We are fully mobile and there is no travel or haul out fee within our service area. Is mobile boat detailing more expensive than dropping it off? No. Our pricing is the same whether we come to your dock, lift, slip, or driveway. We bring every supply and connect to the water and power at your dock, with no haul out fees and no marina transfer charges. Do you give written quotes and what payment do you take? Every quote is flat price, written, and owner reviewed, with no surprise add ons. We take card, ACH, check, and Zelle, with 25 percent at booking and the balance at completion. Captain's Wash plans can be billed automatically, and we offer a 5 percent discount to Veterans, Reservists, and Active Duty.Get a free, written quote
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Sunrise Marine Detailing serves St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Tampa, Dunedin, Palm
Harbor, Tarpon Springs, and 30+ Tampa Bay waterfront communities. Mobile detailing only,
we come to your dock, lift, slip, or driveway.