◆ 01 // DETAILING & RESTORATION42FT CENTER CONSOLE · SARASOTA, FL
Chalky Oxidized Hull Restored to Glass Gloss
Heavy oxidation correction focused on restoring clarity before finish protection.
Scope / Wet Sanding · 2-Step Correction
CAPTAIN-LED MARINE CARE · SARASOTA & SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Your Vessel, Professionally Cared For.
BOAT DETAILING
YACHT MANAGEMENT
CERAMIC & MARINE PPF
Complete vessel care, paint & gelcoat restoration, hydrophobic ceramic coatings, and absentee yacht management across Sarasota Bay.
◆ SARASOTA BAY DEPLOYMENT
◆ USCG LICENSED & INSURED CAPTAIN
◆ MOBILE DOCKSIDE SERVICE
WHEELHOUSE SERVICES
More Than Detailing.
Wash Plans & Detailing
Routine mobile washing and dockside detailing for vessels in good condition.
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Oxidation Removal
And multi-stage finish restoration for faded or chalky gelcoat.
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Ceramic & Yacht Armor PPF
Long-term surface protection against UV, salt, scuffs, and everyday wear.
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Concierge Management
Absentee systems monitoring, battery checks, storm prep, and captain service.
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ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURE · SARASOTA BAY
FLORIDA COASTAL CONDITIONS
Subtropical Exposure Degrades Untreated Gelcoat.
01
UV Index Exceeding 10
Florida UV radiation breaks down gelcoat resin chemistry, turning glossy finishes chalky within a single season.
02
Halide Salt Corrosion
Airborne marine salt deposits bond aggressively to metal, clearcoat, and glass, accelerating pitting and etching.
03
Tropical Humidity & Heat
High ambient moisture breeds mold and mildew rapidly in unmonitored cabins, bilges, and vinyl compartments.
04
Idle Mechanical Atrophy
Unnoticed dockside breaker trips drain battery banks, disable bilge float switches, and risk system failures.
Licensed & Insured Captain
Austin Hirsch, Owner & Operator
OUR STORY
Marine judgment built on real dockside experience.
Austin Hirsch relocated to Sarasota in early 2018, rising from marina dockhand to forklift operator, marina operations manager, and luxury yacht sales executive managing six- and seven-figure transactions.
That progression gives Wheelhouse a level of operational judgment most cosmetic detailers lacks. Understanding everything from bilge float switches and shore power loads to long-term resale preservation.
5.0
★★★★★
Wheelhouse Marine Care | SRQ Marine Detailing
John Meakin
✓ Verified
★★★★★
"Austin Hirsch buffed, polished, and cleaned my Pursuit DC295 and his work was professional, polite, and on-time. He did an excellent job."
SARASOTA · PURSUIT DC295
Dani Christensen
✓ Verified
★★★★★
"Thanks to Wheelhouse Marine's exceptional consulting services, I am now a proud owner of a boat that perfectly fits my lifestyle. Austin was able to ease my mind and now I am confident in my decision."
SARASOTA · VESSEL CONSULTING
Nicolai Israileff
✓ Verified
★★★★★
"Can’t thank Austin enough for his services. He responds in a timely fashion, he’s extremely honest and fair with pricing. Also, just a really nice guy. Definitely will be using him again!"
LOCAL GUIDE · SARASOTA, FL
DIRECT DOCKSIDE ASSESSMENTS
Have a vessel you'd like us to work on?
Wheelhouse provides direct, no-obligation recommendations based on the vessel, location, and requested scope.
DOCKSIDE PREPARATION
HOW WHEELHOUSE WORKSTransparent care.
Transparent care.
Zero guesswork.
Clear operational standards from initial contact to post-service reporting.
01 // AUDIT
Assess
We evaluate your vessel's actual gelcoat depth, electrical setup, and usage goals on site.
02 // RECOMMEND
Scope
We recommend the precise care tier required—never pushing unnecessary compound steps or top packages.
03 // EXECUTE
Perform
Work is executed dockside with quiet power and spot-free deionized water brought directly to your slip or lift.
04 // DOCUMENT
Communicate
You receive digital photo updates showing completed care, findings, and upcoming recommendations.
TECHNICAL REGISTRY
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Real execution across all disciplines.
◆ 01 // DETAILING & RESTORATION
◆ 02 // CERAMIC & YACHT ARMOR55FT MOTORYACHT · LONGBOAT KEY, FL
Full Surface Ceramic & Impact PPF Shield
Surface correction and targeted protection for high-exposure exterior finishes.
Scope / Correction · Ceramic · Yacht Armor PPF
◆ 03 // CONCIERGE MANAGEMENT62FT OFFSHORE MOTORYACHT · SARASOTA, FL
Absentee Systems Monitoring & Storm Staging
Recurring dockside oversight with documented findings, readiness checks, and owner updates.
Scope / Bi-Weekly Oversight · Photo Reporting
Captain-Led Judgment
USCG captain credentials, insured operations, and real marina-management experience.
Mobile Service
Mobile equipment and service setup brought to your slip, lift, dock, or driveway where access allows.
Documented Audits
Structured checklists and photo-backed owner updates where included in the service plan.
Direct Accountability
Captain-led service with direct accountability from scope through execution.
GEOGRAPHIC DEPLOYMENTBased in Sarasota.
Based in Sarasota.
Mobile throughout Southwest Florida
SARASOTA BAY TO BOCA GRANDE
CORRIDOR 01 / PRIMARY HUB
Sarasota & Siesta Key
Mobile marine care for home docks, dry-stacks, and marinas throughout the Sarasota area.
Primary Access
Primary Service Area
CORRIDOR 02 / BARRIER ISLANDS
Longboat Key, AMI & Bradenton
Mobile service is available across Longboat Key, Anna Maria Island, Bradenton, and surrounding Gulf Coast communities based on scope and schedule.
North Corridor
Regional Coverage
CORRIDOR 03 / SOUTH REGIONAL
Nokomis, Venice & Boca Grande
Service availability extends south through Nokomis, Venice, and Boca Grande based on vessel needs, project scope, and scheduling.
Extended Radius
By Scope & Schedule
QUICK CONTACTNot Sure What You Need?
Not Sure What You Need?
Just Tell Us About Your Boat.
Tell us what you need, where the vessel is kept, and what condition it is in. Wheelhouse will respond directly to clarify scope and next steps.
QUESTIONS BEFORE YOU REACH OUT
Common Questions
We're fully mobile. All professional equipment comes directly to your slip, marina, boat lift, dry storage, or driveway across Sarasota and Southwest Florida. No hauling required.
Call or text Wheelhouse Marine Care at (315) 447-3786 to discuss the vessel, location, and service scope directly.
For regular saltwater use in Sarasota, monthly is most popular. Heavy users prefer bi-weekly service. Seasonal boaters do well with quarterly full details. Austin will recommend the right cadence after seeing your vessel.
Wax and ceramic coatings protect surfaces in different ways and require different preparation and maintenance. Wheelhouse evaluates the finish first, corrects the surface as needed, and recommends the appropriate protection system. Learn more →
Wheelhouse Marine Care is licensed and insured, and Austin is a USCG Captain. The appropriate service scope is confirmed for each vessel and request.