Propeller Work
Propeller Polishing & Cleaning
In-water propeller polishing and running-gear cleaning that restores a smooth blade surface, reduces cavitation and drag, and recovers lost efficiency.
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Tell us about your propeller work & polishing scope.
A rough, fouled propeller is one of the quietest fuel drains on a vessel. Growth and surface roughness disrupt flow across the blades, increase cavitation, and cost thrust, which shows up as higher fuel burn and slower speed for the same power.
We clean and polish propellers in the water, bringing blades back toward a smooth finish so they bite cleanly again. While we are on the running gear, we clean shafts, struts, and rudders and check for pitting and physical damage that should be on your radar before the next drydock.
It is a fast, high-return service between hauls: a polished wheel recovers efficiency you are otherwise paying for at the fuel dock. Every job comes with notes on blade and running-gear condition so you can plan any repair work ahead of time.
How it works
Our process
Simple, careful, and clear from start to finish.
- 01
Inspect the wheel
A diver checks the propeller and running gear for fouling, pitting, and damage.
- 02
Clean the gear
We remove growth from the blades, shaft, and struts.
- 03
Polish the blades
Blade surfaces are polished back toward a smooth finish to restore clean flow and reduce cavitation.
- 04
Report findings
You receive condition notes and photos on the propeller and running gear for maintenance planning.
Questions
Propeller Work & Polishing FAQs
Can polishing really improve fuel efficiency?
Is this done in the water?
Do you also clear line wrapped on the shaft?
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Need propeller work & polishing?
Tell us the vessel or structure, the location, and the scope. We will size the crew, the dive plan, and the turnaround, and mobilize when you need us.