Boat Maintenance: Professional or DIY?

When your boat needs taking care of, the big question is always whether you can do it yourself or if you need professional help. We here at Polaris of Gainesville want to help you through that decision, so we’ve put together a few tips to help determine which is right for your situation. To learn more, or if you’re in need of a dedicated service department, contact our store in Alachua, Florida, today!

1: Are You Comfortable Doing It?

First, ask yourself whether or not you’re completely comfortable tackling it on your own. There’s no shame in admitting that something is out of your wheelhouse! Any uncertainty at all should at least make you re-evaluate your course.

2: Do You Have the Tools Necessary?

Next, examine the tools you have on hand and ask yourself if they’re sufficient for the work. There’s always the chance that it’s actually cheaper to get the boat professionally serviced than to buy all the tools you need, not to mention the cost in time.

3: Do You Have Time to Do It Right?

Finally, take a look at your schedule and think about whether you have the free time you need to do the job right and in a timely manner. If you’re physically able to do the job but you won’t get finished until boating season’s over, is it worth it?

We hope this helps you find the right course of action! For more information, or if you’re in need of a service department you can trust, contact us at Polaris of Gainesville. We proudly serve the people of Gainesville, Lake City, and St. Augustine, Florida—let us serve you today!