Prepare for wintering: the checklist to keep your boat in perfect condition

Autumn is the perfect time to think about wintering. Preparing your boat well before drying is ensuring its longevity, avoiding unpleasant surprises in the spring and preserving its value. to Port Navy Service, we welcome more than 1300 boats in winter on our 26 hectare park. Here is our Full checklist To effectively prepare your wintering and find your boat in perfect condition the following season.

Clean, protect and inspect before drying

First of all, a Complete cleaning of the boat is essential: hull, deck, dead and interior works. This makes it possible to identify any cracks or traces of osmosis. Remove salt, algae and soiling to prevent corrosion during the months of immobilization.
Take the opportunity to check the anodes, the Passes-Hells, the saffron and thepropeller. If necessary, plan a area or a new Antifouling paint. on site, several companies Partners at Port Navy Service can carry out these interventions before wintering. A clean, protected boat ages better and requires less maintenance in the spring.

Prepare mechanical and electrical systems to stop

Wintering is also the time to Preserve mechanics. Drain the engine, change the filters, grease the moving parts and fill the tanks to prevent condensation. Don't forget to Purge the freshwater circuit, the water heater and the marine toilet.
side electricity, Disconnect the batteries, store them in a dry place and recharge them regularly. If your boat has Solar panels, a dock charger or a water maker, check their status before wintering. These simple precautions prevent costly breakdowns and facilitate the spring-time return.

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Safety and comfort: leave nothing to chance

think about Remove valuable material and humidity sensitive equipment: electronics, sails, cushions, linen. Store them dry to protect them. Control your life jackets, extinguishers and life raft : This is the ideal time to perform the mandatory revisions.
Air the interior of the boat well, install Moisture absorbers, and check that all overtures are properly closed. The goal: a healthy, dry and ready to spend the winter safe boat.

⚓ Port Navy Service, your winter partner

With its secure infrastructure and partner companies, Port Navy Service offers all the solutions for a wintering serene : Handling, storage, maintenance and refill. Entrusting your boat to Port Navy Service means choosing the peace of mind and quality of a service dedicated to boaters for more than 35 years.

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