Transom Repair Jacksonville
A soft or rotting transom is one of the most serious structural problems a boat can face — and Jacksonville’s humid climate, brackish water, and year-round boating season make it more common than most owners expect. Run & Gun Boat Repair Jacksonville specializes in transom repair right here in Northeast Florida, coming directly to your dock, slip, or ramp so you never have to haul your boat to a shop. Whether you’re dealing with a spongy deck, delaminated fiberglass, or a motor that’s pulling away from the hull, we have the tools and experience to fix it properly.
Trusted Service You Can Rely On
At Run & Gun, we know how much Jacksonville boaters depend on their vessels — from weekend runs up the St. Johns River to offshore trips off Atlantic Beach. Transom repair is one of the most structurally critical services we offer, and we take it seriously: proper materials, correct layup schedules, and thorough inspection before we call the job done. While we’re on board, we’re happy to check related concerns like boat propeller repair issues or anything else flagged during our assessment. For a full picture of what we cover, visit our boat repair jacksonville page.
Why Choose Us?
- We diagnose transom rot and delamination on-site, saving you the cost and hassle of trailering to a fixed shop.
- Our mechanics use marine-grade epoxy, biaxial fiberglass cloth, and structural foam matched to your hull's original specs — no shortcuts.
- We handle everything from bass boat transom repair to larger fiberglass cruisers, so the right fix is applied regardless of your vessel type.
- Every transom job includes a motor-mount load test before we leave, giving you confidence the repair will hold under real working conditions.
- Flexible scheduling — including weekend availability — means transom work fits around your time on the water, not the other way around.
Transom Assessment and Rot Mapping
Before any repair begins, we probe and tap the entire transom to map the extent of water intrusion and rot. This step prevents surprises mid-job and lets us give you an accurate scope and cost estimate upfront. Skipping a proper assessment is how a „simple fix" turns into a recurring problem.
Serving Jacksonville & Surrounding Areas
Run & Gun serves boaters across the greater Jacksonville area and Northeast Florida. We make regular runs to boat repair jacksonville customers throughout the city, including the Mandarin, Ortega, Arlington, and Julington Creek districts where dock access is plentiful. Beyond Jacksonville proper, we cover Orange Park, Fleming Island, Green Cove Springs, and Middleburg to the south and west, along with Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach, and Ponte Vedra Beach on the coast. We also travel north to Fernandina Beach and south to Nocatee and St. Augustine — anywhere along the St. Johns River, the Intracoastal Waterway, or the Atlantic coast where a boat needs structural attention. If you're unsure whether you're in our service area, give us a call and we'll confirm.
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Common Signs You Need Service
Catching structural damage early is the difference between a manageable repair and a rebuild — and in Jacksonville's year-round boating environment, problems rarely sit still once moisture finds its way in.
Spongy or Soft Transom:
If the area around your motor mount flexes or feels soft underfoot, water has likely reached the core. Left alone, the rot spreads and the motor attachment becomes unsafe.
Motor Pulling Away from Hull:
Gaps appearing between the motor bracket and the transom face are a direct sign of structural failure. This is a safety issue that should be addressed before the next launch.
Soft Spots on the Deck or Floor:
Walking across the deck and feeling it flex or hearing a hollow thud indicates delamination or a saturated core beneath the fiberglass skin.
Visible Cracks Near Transom Corners:
Hairline cracks radiating from the corners of the transom or around hardware cutouts signal stress fractures that allow water entry and worsen with every trip.
Get a Free Transom Repair Estimate
Run & Gun Boat Repair Jacksonville has handled structural repairs on everything from small bass boats to larger fiberglass cruisers across Northeast Florida. We assess the full extent of the damage before quoting, so there are no surprises once work begins. Fill out the form and one of our marine mechanics will follow up quickly — usually the same day — to discuss your situation and schedule a convenient on-site visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does boat transom repair cost?
Cost depends on the size of the boat, the extent of rot or delamination, and whether the motor hardware needs to be re-bedded. A small partial-core repair on a bass boat is significantly less than a full transom replacement on a larger fiberglass hull. We provide a written estimate after the on-site assessment so you know exactly what you're paying for.
Can you do boat transom repair near me without me trailering the boat?
Yes — that's the whole point of our mobile service. We come to your dock, slip, marina, or ramp anywhere in our service area, which covers Jacksonville and surrounding communities including Orange Park, Atlantic Beach, Ponte Vedra Beach, St. Augustine, and Fernandina Beach. No trailering required.
What's the difference between boat stringer repair and boat stringer replacement?
Stringer repair is appropriate when damage is limited to a section of the stringer — we can grind out the affected area, dry it thoroughly, and re-glass a new section in place. Full boat stringer replacement is necessary when the entire stringer grid has absorbed water or when impact damage has compromised the bond along most of its length. We'll tell you honestly which approach your boat needs.
How do I know if I need fiberglass boat floor repair or just a surface fix?
If the floor feels solid but shows surface crazing or gel coat damage, a surface repair may be all that's needed. If there's any flex, softness, or hollow sound when you tap the floor, the core beneath the fiberglass has likely failed and fiberglass boat floor repair — including substrate replacement — is the right call. Our mechanics can determine this quickly during an on-site inspection.
Do you handle bass boat transom repair specifically?
Yes, and it's one of our most common structural jobs in the Jacksonville area. Bass boats run high-horsepower outboards that put significant stress on the transom, and the lightweight hulls used by most manufacturers can show rot earlier than heavier cruiser-style boats. We stock materials suited to the thinner laminates common on performance fishing boats and have experience with the brands most popular in Northeast Florida.