On the Water
Boat & Marine Detailing in Chattanooga, TN
Keep your boat pristine, above and below deck. We restore gel coat, eliminate oxidation, and protect your investment from the elements.
Volunteer Detailing is the greater Chattanooga area's premier mobile boat detailing service — and we come directly to your marina, storage facility, or driveway anywhere within about an hour of Chattanooga. We serve boat owners across Chickamauga Lake, Nickajack Lake, the Tennessee River, and Watts Bar Lake, reaching communities like Harrison, Soddy Daisy, Dayton, Sale Creek, Birchwood, Georgetown, and Dunlap. Whether your vessel is slipped at Lakeshore Marina, Harbor Lights Marina, Harrison Bay State Park Marina, Island Cove Marina, Chickamauga Marina, Sale Creek Marina, or stored in your backyard in Hixson — we bring everything we need to restore and protect your boat on-site.
Our marine detailing services include full hull wash and wax, interior cleaning, non-skid deck scrubbing, upholstery conditioning, metal polishing, gel coat restoration, oxidation removal, and professional 7-year marine ceramic coatings. Tennessee's sun, heat, and lake water are brutal on boat finishes — oxidation and UV fade happen fast without proper protection. Volunteer Detailing uses marine-grade products specifically engineered for freshwater lake conditions to restore your boat's appearance and protect it long-term. We're one of the only fully mobile marine detailers actively serving the lakes and marinas in and around Chattanooga, TN.
Gel Coat Restoration
Years of sun, salt, and water exposure leave gel coat oxidized and dull. Our compounding process restores the original shine.
Oxidation Removal
Heavy oxidation is no match for our multi-stage compounding process. We remove chalky, faded surfaces to reveal the true color beneath.
Protect Your Investment
A properly detailed and protected boat holds its value. Our marine-grade sealants shield against UV, salt, and environmental damage.
Boat Detailing Pricing
All marine packages are priced per linear foot of your vessel. Final pricing depends on boat size, condition, and selected package.
Exterior Hull Wash & Wax
Exterior hull only — rub-rail down
A focused clean on the outside of your hull. Great for seasonal upkeep or a quick refresh before hitting the water.
- Hull soap & scrub
- Waterline / scum line removal
- Hand-applied marine wax
- Microfiber dry
Full Detail (Interior + Exterior)
Complete top-to-bottom seasonal deep clean
Everything from the hull to the helm. The complete seasonal refresh most boat owners choose.
- Everything in Hull Wash & Wax
- Full interior vacuum & sanitization
- Non-skid deck scrub
- Upholstery cleaning & conditioning
- Glass & windshield cleaning
- Metal polishing
7-Year Ceramic Restoration
2-step correction + 7-year protection — no wax
The last marine coating you’ll ever need. Heavy oxidation removed, high-gloss machine polished, then sealed with a professional-grade 7-year marine ceramic.
- Everything in Full Detail
- Heavy oxidation compounding
- Secondary high-gloss machine polish (2-step)
- Professional 7-Year Marine Ceramic Coating application
- Before & after documentation
Pricing is based on vessel length. Example: a 25-ft boat at Full Detail = $600. Contact us for an exact quote.
Marine Detailing FAQs
Questions about our marine detailing services? Get answers here.
How much does boat detailing cost?▼
Boat detailing is priced per linear foot. Wash & Wax starts at $14/ft, Full Detail at $22/ft. A 25-ft boat costs $350 for Wash & Wax or $550 for Full Detail. We provide free quotes based on your boat size and condition.
What's included in a full boat detail?▼
Our Full Detail includes hull wash and wax, interior vacuum and sanitization, non-skid deck scrubbing, upholstery cleaning and conditioning, glass and windshield cleaning, and metal polishing. It's a complete top-to-bottom seasonal deep clean.
Do you offer gel coat restoration and oxidation removal?▼
Yes. Our 7-Year Ceramic Restoration package includes heavy oxidation compounding, secondary machine polish, and professional ceramic coating application. It removes oxidation and provides years of UV and salt protection.
Do you detail pontoons and tritoons?▼
Yes. We detail both pontoon boats and tritoons. Tritoons have a $2/ft surcharge due to the extra tube. Acid wash add-on is $8/ft for 2-tube pontoons and $10/ft for 3-tube tritoons.
Do you come to marinas and private docks?▼
Yes. We're a fully mobile boat detailing service. We come to Chickamauga Lake marinas, Nickajack Lake, private docks, and storage facilities throughout Chattanooga and the surrounding region. No trailering required.
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