Dock rash scraped along the lower edge of a red-and-white performance hull

Dock Rash Repair — Tampa Bay, Florida

Dock Rash Repair
That Looks Like
It Never Happened.

Remove scuffs, scrapes, and gouges from docks, pilings, and trailers and restore your boat’s finish with expert fiberglass and gelcoat repair.

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Serving Tampa BayLargo, FL & Surrounding Areas

Understanding Dock Rash

What is Dock Rash?

Dock rash happens when your boat rubs against docks, pilings, or trailers, causing scratches, scuffs or deeper gouges in the gelcoat and fiberglass. While it’s common, leaving it untreated can lead to oxidation, water intrusion, and more expensive repairs. We restore the damaged area so it blends seamlessly with the rest of your hull.

Get Your Dock Rash Repaired

Close-up of a white hull scarred by dock rash: surface scratches, deeper gouges and a patch where the gelcoat is worn through to the fiberglass

Common Causes

How Dock Rash Happens

Black scuffs and scrapes down a blue hull side

Dock Contact

Rubbing against docks, pilings, or seawalls can leave scratches, scuffs and gouges.

Hull bottom faired and patched where it sits on the bunks

Trailer Bunks

Loading, unloading and long trailers can cause scuffs and gelcoat wear.

Tight Spaces

Maneuvering in marinas and narrow slips increases the risk of side impact damage.

Edges & Corners

High-contact areas like bow corners and rub rails are common spots for dock rash.

Crew member polishing the hull side of a bay boat on its trailer

Our Repair Process

Built Right. Step by Step.

We use proven marine repair techniques and premium materials to ensure a seamless, long-lasting repair that matches your boat’s original finish.

Inspect & Assess

We inspect the damage, measure depth, and determine the best repair method.
Repair & Rebuild

Remove damaged material and rebuild with marine-grade gelcoat or fiberglass if needed.
Color Match

We precisely match your boat’s color for a seamless, invisible repair.
Finish & Protect

Sand, polish and blend the repair so it matches the original finish and protects against future damage.

Real Results

Dock Rash Repair Before & After

See how we remove dock rash, scuffs, and gouges to restore your boat’s finish.

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BEFORE AFTER

Why Boaters Choose Captain Levi’s

Trusted Dock & Trailer
Repair Experts.

With over 50 years of fiberglass repair experience, we deliver high-quality results that keep your boat looking its best. From small scuffs to major dock rash, we’re the team boaters across Tampa Bay trust.

50+ years of fiberglass repair experience
Marine-grade materials and proven techniques
Expert color matching for seamless results
Mobile service across Tampa Bay
Honest recommendations and fair pricing
Trusted by boaters throughout Pinellas County

Frequently Asked Questions

Can dock rash be completely removed?

In most cases, yes. Light scuffs and surface scratches can often be wet sanded and polished out. Deeper gouges are ground back, filled and rebuilt with color-matched gelcoat, then blended so the repair disappears into the surrounding finish.

Will the repair be color matched?

Yes. We tint the gelcoat to your hull, including colors that have faded or oxidized over time, then blend the edges and polish so the repaired area matches the rest of the boat.

How long does a dock rash repair take?

Light scuffs can often be handled in a single visit. Deeper gouges take longer, because each layer of filler and gelcoat needs time to cure before it’s sanded and polished. We’ll give you a timeline with your quote.

Can you repair deep gouges from a dock?

Yes. We remove the damaged gelcoat, repair any exposed or damaged fiberglass underneath, then rebuild the surface with marine-grade materials and color-matched gelcoat. See our deep gouge repair page for more.

Dock Rash Repair
That Looks Like
It Never Happened.

What is Dock Rash?