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Prop Replacement Services | Fixt Marine

Expert Underwater Prop Replacement for Boats on the Alabama Gulf Coast

At Fixt Marine, we specialize in professional prop replacement services for all types of boats along the Alabama Gulf Coast. Your boat’s propeller is essential for optimal performance, fuel efficiency, and safe navigation. Whether your propeller is damaged, worn, or simply needs an upgrade, our team of certified divers can replace it underwater, saving you time, money, and the hassle of hauling your boat out of the water.

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A damaged or worn propeller can significantly impact your boat's performance. Issues such as reduced speed, increased vibrations, and decreased fuel efficiency can result from an unbalanced or chipped propeller. Replacing your prop ensures that your boat runs smoothly and safely.

Maintain Optimal Performance

A compromised propeller can place extra stress on your boat’s engine, leading to potential long-term damage and costly repairs. Timely prop replacement helps reduce engine strain and prolongs the lifespan of your boat’s motor.

Prevent Engine Strain

A worn-out propeller increases drag, making your engine work harder and consume more fuel. With a new, efficient propeller, your boat can glide through the water more smoothly, saving you money on fuel costs.

Improve Fuel Efficiency

A damaged or worn propeller can make your boat harder to steer and control, especially in tight spaces or rough water conditions. Replacing your prop ensures better responsiveness and smoother maneuvering, making docking, navigating narrow channels, and operating in choppy waters much safer and more efficient.

Enhance Maneuverability

Why Prop Replacement is Important

Our Prop Replacement Process

At Fixt Marine, we follow a comprehensive and efficient process to ensure your prop replacement is seamless:

Initial Inspection

Our team conducts a thorough underwater inspection to assess the condition of your current propeller and identify any potential issues with the shaft or surrounding components.

 Safe Propeller Removal

Using specialized underwater tools, our certified divers carefully remove the damaged or worn propeller without harming the shaft or adjacent parts.

Installation of the New Propeller

We install the new propeller with precision, ensuring proper alignment and balance to maximize performance and efficiency.

Post-Installation Check

After installation, we perform a final check to ensure everything is functioning correctly, and your boat is ready for optimal operation.

  • Common signs include reduced speed, increased fuel consumption, excessive vibrations, or visible damage such as bent or chipped blades. A simple dive inspection is also recommended, if you are unsure.

  • Yes! At Fixt Marine, our certified divers specialize in underwater prop replacement, eliminating the need to haul your boat out of the water.

  • The time needed for a prop replacement depends on the boat type and the extent of any additional issues discovered during the inspection. However, most underwater prop replacements are completed within a few hours to ensure minimal downtime.

  • The cost of a prop replacement can vary. On average, prop replacement can be done for around 15$/inch, each way. So a 10" prop would cost roughly 150$ for removal, then an additional 150$ for installation. Prices varies, depending on the type of prop and vessel. Fixt Marine offers competitive pricing and provides customized quotes to meet your specific needs. Contact us for a detailed estimate tailored to your boat and propeller type.

Our Service Area

Florida

  • Pensacola

  • Perdido Key

  • Navarre

  • Gulf Breeze

  • Pensacola Beach

Mississippi

  • Biloxi

  • Gulfport

  • Pascagoula

  • Bay St. Louis

  • Ocean Springs

  • D'Iberville

  • Long Beach

  • Pass Christian

  • Moss Point

  • Waveland

Alabama

  • Mobile Bay

  • Mobile

  • Dauphin Island

  • Gulf Shores

  • Orange Beach

  • Fort Morgan

  • Fairhope

  • Point Clear

  • Bon Secour

  • Bayou La Batre

  • Theodore

  • Spanish Fort

  • Daphne

  • Foley

  • Lillian

  • Perdido Beach

  • Magnolia Springs

  • Summerdale

  • Montrose

  • Grand Bay

  • Chickasaw

Our team is highly skilled and certified to perform prop replacements underwater, ensuring minimal downtime for your boat.

Certified Commercial Divers

We handle prop replacements while your boat remains in the water, saving you the time and cost of a traditional haul-out.

No Haul-Out Required

We understand how important your time on the water is, which is why we complete our services efficiently and thoroughly.

Fast and Reliable Service

Why Choose Fixt Marine for Prop Replacement?

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