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About Our Boat Winterization Services

In Pennsylvania, boating season usually lasts from around the middle of May to late October. When it comes time to retire your boat for the winter, you will need to do more than just park it in the driveway and cover it with tarp. The elements can take a heavy toll on our beloved boats, and serious damage can result from long-term storage if the proper steps are not taken. If you skip the process of winterization, you can end up with a bad case of mildew, or with an engine that needs to be repaired.

Of course, this can seem like a chore, and not all boaters have the time to make all the needed preparations before placing their boats in storage. That's why we are proud to offer boat winterization services here at Lighthouse Harbor Marina.

Keep reading to learn more about the services we provide, and feel free to contact us with any questions. Lighthouse Harbor Marina is your trusted boat dealer on Lake Wallenpaupack in Greentown, PA.

The Winterization Process

The process of boat winterization begins with cleaning the exterior of the boat from top to bottom, to remove any grime or algae that has accumulated. Next, the motor is flushed with fresh water, and the cooling system is given a fresh batch of antifreeze. A fuel stabilizer is then added to protect the fuel system from freezing and condensation. Finally, the boat's battery is removed. We recommend placing the battery on a trickle charger while your boat is in storage.

Winterization costs are separate from our storage costs and differ based on 1) the type of engine and 2) If it's Outdoor or Indoor/Heated Storage. All our Winterization prices are set at a flat rate.

To see what it would cost to have Outdoor, Indoor, or Indoor Heated Storage with Winterization? Click Here!

Outdoor Storage Winterization Includes (Priced For Storage Customers Only):

-Haul Out
-Winterization of Engine with Antifreeze Solution
-Change of Lower Unit Oil
-Gas Stabilizer
-Bottom Wash of Vessel
-Battery Charge
-Removal of Hull Drain Plug
-Removal of Engine Drain Plugs
-Multipoint Inspection
-Shrink Wrap of Vessel
-Summerization Services

Inboard Engine Cost: $926.60
Outboard Engine Cost: $797.60

Indoor / Heated Storage Winterization Includes (Priced For Storage Customer Only):

-Haul Out
-Winterization of Engine with Antifreeze Solution
-Change of Lower Unit Oil
-Gas Stabilizer
-Bottom Wash of Boat
-Batter Charge
-Removal of Hull Drain Plug
-Removal of Engine Drain Plugs
-Multipoint Inspection
-Summerization Services

Inboard Engine Cost: $606.60
Outboard Engine Cost: $547.60

2023 Winterization Prices - A La Carte:
(If you are NOT storing with us or need additional services not included in our standard Winterization package)

Winterize I/O:

Winterize I/O Engine. - $375

Winterize Outboard:

Winterize Outboard Engine. - $215

Engine Oil:

Change Oil and Filter. - Starting at $149.95

Lower Unit Gear Oil:

Change lower uint gear oil. - $99.95

Fuel/Water Separator:

Change Fuel/Water Separator Filter.
GN3/PCM higher based on price of filter - $89.95

Water System:

Winterize Fresh Water System - $149

Waste System:

Pump-out Waste System - $59.99
Winterize Waste System - $74.99

Ballast System:

Winterize Ballast System - $229

Bottom Wash:

Bottom Wash Vessel - $12/foot

Shrink Wrap:

Shrink Wrap Boats/Sailboats - $19/foot

PWC:

Winterize - $175
Bottom Wash - $74.50
Shrink Warp - $149

The friendly boat mechanics here at Lighthouse Harbor Marina are Yamaha® and Mercury Marine® Certified, but we are qualified to service any boat. We look forward to working with you!

About Our Summerization & Spring Services

After having your boat stored during the winter (and assuming that you had your boat winterized beforehand), your boat needs to go through some minor maintenence and service checks before you decide to take a spin with it out on the water on that first warm day of the year. If you immediately use your boat after winter storage without getting the proper preparation done, you might have some long term issues with your boat and motor! So make sure you let our Service Department know that you would like your boat Summarized and if there are any other services you might want to get done before the summer gets super busy! Summerization is pretty much "thawing your boat" after winter before the summer season starts. Each boat has different summer-prepping needs, so make sure you are well aware of what your boat needs to be Summer Ready!

Always check, especially if you stored it on your own property and/or outdoors, your boat cover canvas, your bimini condition and cushions. Make sure it's clean and check for any loose stickgin or threading. We do offer services for canvas repair and interior/exterior boat detailing if you need it! Also make sure you check and inspect all of your onboard boating safety equipment so everything is working properly, and not past their expiration date (fire extinguishers).

The Spring Services Process

Whether you are a slip or dry rack customer with us, or just servicing your boat for the summer, we have the same Service Process for everyone. Around March or April is when we recommend that you call our service department or submit our Spring Service Request/Spring Scheduling Form, so your boat can be addressed at the top of the list and ready by the time you want to put your boat in the water when the boating season official starts on Lake Wallenpaupack (usually around May 15th). We check + connect and recharge your battery, perform an oil change if necessary, check your boat's electrical system, refill your cooling system, and inspect your fuel lines and gas tank. Summerization services are included in your winter storage fees, for a single engine unless requested otherwise.