At Berkeley Marine Center, we're passionate about boats and boat owners. Our premier small boatyard has been serving the San Francisco Bay boating community since 1978. As a family-owned and operated company, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch services with a personal touch.
Our Services
From routine maintenance to major repairs, we offer a wide range of services to keep your boat in prime condition. Our expert team can perform almost any job needed for maintaining or improving your boat, including:
- Fiberglass & Composites: Our experienced team of composite gurus can repair or customize any part of your boat.
- Marine Mechanical: From oil changes to repowers, we'll keep your engine purring and your boat moving.
- CNC Machining: We can design and fabricate custom wood or plastic boat parts.
- Metal Fabrication & Welding: From custom fabrication to reproducing existing parts, we can do it.
- Marine Coatings: From the bottom of your boat to the top of your mast, we can paint it.
- Marine Electrical & Electronics: Our technicians will service your electrical and electronic systems with industry standards.
- Rigging & Sails: Our on-site rig shop can repair or replace your standing or running rigging, lifelines, or hardware.
- Wood Working: Our resident wood shipwright, Steve Hutchinson, can work his magic on your vessel.
Custom Boat Building
Whether you want a new sailing or powerboat, or a custom sailing racing yacht, pleasure yacht, or commercial vessel, our expert craftsmen can build it. We're dedicated to delivering exceptional quality and attention to detail in every aspect of our boat-building process.
What Sets Us Apart
At Berkeley Marine Center, we're dedicated to providing:
- Honest services: You'll know the cost of your job as soon as we do and we'll work within your budget.
- Timely repair: We'll work hard to get your boat completed on time so you can get back on the water.
- Quality standards: We adhere to industry standards and use quality components in all our projects.
- Passionate team: We love boats and we love working with boat owners. We treat your boat like it's our own.
Our History
Berkeley Marine Center has been a part of the San Francisco Bay boating community since 1978. Our family-owned and operated company has built a reputation for delivering exceptional services with a personal touch. We're proud to be one of the last yards on the Bay that continues the San Francisco Bay boat-building tradition.
Get in Touch
If you're looking for a full-service boatyard that offers top-notch maintenance, repair, or custom boat-building services, we're here to help. Contact us today to schedule a consultation or request an estimate.
Communication Issues
Several reviewers experienced poor communication with the staff at Berkeley Marine Center. James Rife mentioned that the staff seemed to have a "customers are idiots" vibe, making him feel belittled and blamed. He also experienced a lack of communication, with different staff members giving him different stories. Greg U. had a similar issue, where the yard manager, Ruben, failed to notify him of additional costs and repairs, despite being informed of the limited budget.
Quality of Work
Tyler B. and Stan Kroshchenko were extremely dissatisfied with the quality of work done at Berkeley Marine Center. Tyler B. mentioned that the work was done poorly, with rusty razor blades, piles of sawdust, and loose screws left on the boat. Stan Kroshchenko found out that the paint used was not of high quality, as claimed on the website. Connor, on the other hand, had a positive experience with the yard staff, who were professional and great at their work.
Pricing and Billing
Several reviewers were surprised by additional costs and bills. Tyler B. was charged substantially more than quoted, and the owner, Cree, got angry and aggressive when he questioned the charges. Greg U. was surprised by a bill for additional $850 for rudder repairs that were done without his authorization.
Positive Experiences
Gerald Sims and Connor had positive experiences with Berkeley Marine Center. Gerald Sims found the staff to be helpful and knowledgeable, and they provided him with a fitting that suited his needs. Connor was happy with the haul-out and bottom paint job done on his 1915 commercial troller, and found the prices to be lower than other Bay Area yards.
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