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Reinventing Boat Maintenance

Boat Cleaning Made Easy

Founded in Sweden in 2009, Drive-in Boatwash produces automated hull cleaning machines for fresh and salt water boating markets. Drive-in Boatwash machines work like a car wash for boats ā€“ the boat operator drives into the Boatwash where the boat is safely secured by Drive-in Boatwash staff and our patented rotating brushes thoroughly clean the hull from bow to stern in about 15 minutes. A true innovation in boat hull and pontoon maintenance, Drive-in Boatwash provides an alternative to hiring divers to clean the hull and removes the need to apply anti-fouling paint. This saves boat owners time and money in maintenance and operational costs. Since it is so convenient, boat owners can use it regularly to keep their boat looking and performing like new. Installed in seven countries around the world, Drive-in Boatwash machines have been tested and proven in a wide variety of water conditions. Drive-in Boatwash is now available in the United States through Drive-in Boatwash USA and its network of exclusive distributor partners.

Environmentally Friendly Boat Cleaning

Unlike traditional hull cleaning methods, no chemicals are used in the Drive-in Boatwash process. Drive-in Boatwash machines clean boats with brushes, using only the water theyā€™re floating in. Every machine includes a basin to collect any debris removed during the boat cleaning process.
With Drive-in Boatwash, boats can be cleaned frequently and consistently. This eliminates the need to scrape or sand which releases particles

into the air. It also eliminates the need for hull etching acids and toxic anti-fouling paint that can leach into local waterways. A clean boat is also a more efficient boat and improved fuel efficiency means reduced carbon emissions. Because of all this, Drive-in Boatwash machines have gained widespread recognition for their positive environmental impact and have been approved for use in some of the most protected waterways in the United States including California.
Unlike traditional hull cleaning methods, no chemicals are used in the Drive-in Boatwash process. Drive-in Boatwash machines clean boats with brushes, using only the water theyā€™re floating in. Every machine includes a basin to collect any debris removed during the boat cleaning process. With Drive-in Boatwash, boats can be cleaned frequently and consistently. This eliminates the need to scrape or sand which releases particles into the air. It also eliminates the need for hull etching acids and toxic anti-fouling paint that can leach into local waterways. A clean boat is also a more efficient boat and improved fuel efficiency means reduced carbon emissions. Because of all this, Drive-in Boatwash machines have gained widespread recognition for their positive environmental impact and have been approved for use in some of the most protected waterways in the United States including California.

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Drive-in Boatwash FAQ

As simple as a car wash for your boat ā€“ you drive your boat into a Drive-in Boatwash machine, staff will secure and tie off your boat, then our patented rotating brushes will travel the hull from bow to stern, removing fouling from the boat. Find out more.
Pricing varies by location, boat size and type. Contact your local Drive-in Boatwash for pricing – most locations offer single wash and membership options.
Drive-in Boatwash can clean most boats (up to 30ā€™) in about 15 minutes. Larger boats can take a little longer.
Drive-in Boatwash machines can clean 90% of all boats under 53 ft. in length. If you have specific questions please contact your local Drive-in Boatwash for more information.
Yes. Drive-in Boatwash brushes are specifically engineered to clean the hull surface without damaging it.
Yes, but with regular Drive-in Boatwash cleanings you can eliminate the need to apply anti-fouling paint! In fact, you can purchase a full-year membership to Drive-in Boatwash for roughly the cost of a single paint application.
Regularly using Drive-in Boatwash to clean your boat’s hull can prevent fouling stains but will not remove stains already present in a boat’s fiberglass.
Drive-in Boatwash can remove early stage barnacles and regular use can prevent future barnacles from forming. However, barnacles that have already been growing on the boat for too long will need to be removed by scraping.
We recommend using Drive-in Boatwash to clean your boat every 4-6 weeks in most marine environments. However, many factors can impact hull fouling – water temperature, salinity, location – so you may need to adjust your cleaning schedule based on your location.
Our customers have reported significant improvements in their boatā€™s efficiency after using Drive-in Boatwash. Improving efficiency can help improve boat speed AND save money on fuel costs.
Drive-in Boatwash is an eco-friendly way to clean your boat. No chemicals are used in the process ā€“ our machines only use the water theyā€™re operating in and our patented brushes to clean the boat surface.
Drive-in Boatwash operators can inspect the boat zincs and spot clean any hard to reach areas like the running gear and props. Some locations also offer zinc replacement and other “Top-Side” services such as interior wipe downs. Services are being added all the time ā€“ please contact your local Drive-in Boatwash for a complete list of the services they provide.

See What Customers Are Saying

Thrilled with the service, the quality of the work
that theyā€™ve doneā€¦phenomenal service, strongly
recommend you guys.

Derick, Drive-in Boatwash
customer

Great job.Ā In and out in 30 minutes.Ā The owner
was super friendly!! Membership = unlimited
cleanings!!

Nicky, Drive-in Boatwash
Galveston Bay customer

Before, my boat would not plane and wouldnā€™t go faster than 20 mphā€¦.after the Boatwash I was able to plane and going 40 plus without issues. The staff was professional and courteous.

Jeff, Drive-in Boatwash customer

The best experience Iā€™ve had! My boat went from next to nothing to where sheā€™s supposed to be brand new! Iā€™m ecstatic! I highly recommend it!

Drive-in Boatwash Fort Myers
customer

At 4200 rpm I gained 2.3 mph and dropped 3 gph
in fuel consumption after I had my boat cleaned

Marty, Drive-in Boatwash
customer

Convenience, low price and, most important,
reducing water pollution.

Clyde, Drive-in Boatwash
customer

We love the guys! Weā€™ve partnered with them and
they do a great job keeping our fleet spotless!

Sue, Boat Club operator

Great service for a great price! Love it!

Frank, Drive-in Boatwash
Galveston Bay customer

I drove across the lake, only able to reach 14 1/2 mph because of the growth on the bottom of my boatā€¦10 minutes after driving my boat into the Boatwash, I left the marina with a completely different boat! I pushed both throttles up and the boat was on plane in less than 10 seconds, without full power! Amazing!

Tom, Drive-in Boatwash customer

They did a great job and customer service was outstanding. Cleaned my boat bottom and outdrive better than I could by taking it out and doing it myself. Now it planes out faster and picked up several knots as well. Everyone with a boat that is stored in the water should visit this place regularly.

Mark, Drive-in Boatwash
Galveston Bay customer

This was an incredibly affordable, easy, and fast experience and the owner was very informative and hands on. For the level of detail and the thorough cleaning, the cost is awesome!! I would highly recommend this to anyone!

Randy, Drive-in Boatwash Galveston Bay customer

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