Question 1

Do you handle commercial boat repairs and USCG COI compliance?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We specialize in heavy-duty structural upgrades for commercial passenger vessels. We engineer and execute the strict structural TIG welding required to pass USCG Certificate of Inspection (COI) requirements and keep your fleet operational.

Question 2

What kind of custom marine fabrication do you do?

Accepted Answer

We fabricate high-end, custom aluminum additions for your vessel, including custom T-tops, radar arches, boat racks, heavy-duty dive ladders, and boarding steps. Everything is TIG welded to survive offshore abuse.

Question 3

Do you offer marine electrical and rigging services?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. As your dedicated marine electrician and rigger, we handle everything from marine steering repair and throttle installation to complex, whole-vessel rewires directly at your slip or dock.

Question 4

Do you offer emergency mobile marine repair?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Octamarine operates a 24/7 mobile repair unit from Key West to Islamorada. We come directly to your slip or dock to handle mechanical rigging and electrical systems on the spot. Heavy metal fabrication is managed off-site.

Question 5

What kind of marine welding do you specialize in?

Accepted Answer

We execute structural TIG welding for marine-grade aluminum and stainless steel. This includes fabricating marine tops, structural crack repair, and restoring pitted marine hardware to full integrity.

Question 6

How does your pricing work?

Accepted Answer

We operate strictly on flat-rate, project-based quoting for our welding and fabrication services. You know exactly what it will cost before we strike an arc. Diagnostics for mechanical and electrical systems are billed accordingly.

Question 7

Do you repair and upgrade boat trailers?

Accepted Answer

Yes, focusing strictly on structural metal and electrical wiring. We TIG weld cracked aluminum frames, fabricate custom trailer steps, replace corroded wiring with fully sealed harnesses, and rebuild trailer bunks. We do not service running gear like tires or brakes.