Congratulations on being a pontoon owner! No doubt your pontoon has provided much joy and many fond memories have been had down by the water. And no doubt you want the good times to continue – am I right? For this to happen, your pontoon needs to be up for it. Meaning, it needs to continue to be safe so you can use it to access your boat and enjoy your waterfront.
So, the question is; “how do you get longevity from your pontoon?” This is a question we’re often asked here at Micks Marine Maintenance, and my answer is always the same. I answer it with this question “How do you get longevity from your boat or car”?
A pontoon is an asset, just like a boat or car, and needs to be maintained and looked after to ensure longevity is achieved. However, it’s not as simple as that. Continue reading as I provide handy tips that will ensure you ensure longevity from your beloved pontoon.
Invest in regular maintenance
Like your boat or car, a pontoon needs to be maintained regularly to ensure it functions properly and remains safe for persons and watercrafts. While a pontoon doesn’t have an engine that needs tuning, it does feature many parts and components that each interconnect. If one link in the chain breaks, it may deem your pontoon hazardous and can cause a ripple effect. Thus, it’s important to check all components regularly – check for any visible signs of wear, such as worn pile rollers, loose or worn marine carpet, corrosion, missing parts or broken welds on joins just to name a few.
By performing regular maintenance checks, you will undoubtedly extend the life of your pontoon so it can be enjoyed for many many years to come.
Seek experience
Performing regular maintenance checks is all well and good providing you know what to look for. However, if you’re unsure what to look for, it pays to call on the experienced team at Micks Marine Maintenance. Just like boat or car mechanics, there are good and not so great pontoon maintenance service providers. Choose an inexperienced pontoon maintenance specialist, and your pontoon may not provide the longevity it otherwise could have.
It’s worth being picky when choosing who maintains your pontoon. Micks Marine Maintenance is more than a pontoon maintenance company; we build, maintain, repair, and even relocate pontoons as well as providing a wide range of pontoon accessories. And, we have 25-years experience doing so.
We can offer an affordable maintenance service to keep your pontoon in tip-top shape, always.
Don’t let a small issue become a big issue
It may look like something small, but as mentioned above, all components of a pontoon rely on another. If one part fails, it’s likely to have severe repercussions. For example, a rotted gangway deck could prevent you from accessing the pontoon dock and can be highly dangerous. Even something as insignificant as loose marine carpet can become a significant tripping hazard. A trip leading to a head bump near the water can become very dangerous very quickly. And, that damaged fender… it may not seem like anything to worry about until it causes thousands of dollars worth of damage to your boat. The same can be said for barnacle buildup on pontoon piles! So simple to remove, yet time and time again, we see pontoons severely damaged by them.
Invest in quality
Like everything, it pays to invest in quality. If you have inferior repairs done, or your pontoon was originally manufactured by a company that didn’t use the highest grade materials, you’re not going to obtain the longevity you would have otherwise had.
Quality should be paramount when investing money back into your pontoon. Even something as cosmetic as marine carpet matters! The quality of carpet you choose will significantly impact the carpet’s longevity and your pontoon’s value.
Conclusion
A pontoon is indeed an asset, just like a boat or a car, and therefore, to obtain longevity from it, it needs to be well maintained, and repairs need to be made when necessary.
The good news is, you can extend the lifespan of your beloved pontoon and continue enjoying your time down by the water by being diligent in your maintenance and staying on top of required repairs. Carry out regular inspections for wear and tear on all components of your pontoon, and call Micks Marine Maintenance as soon as you notice repairs are needed. We have 25-years of experience and can provide a first-class service to keep your pontoon in the best of shape. We can identify issues before they snowball into bigger, more costly issues – and our repair service is second to none.
By partnering with Micks Marine Maintenance, you are guaranteed to ensure maximum longevity from your pontoon.
Contact us today for professional pontoon repairs.