Maintenance Service
AC & Refrigeration in Tampa Bay
Florida heat and humidity make a functioning marine AC system essential, not optional. Our certified technicians service, repair, and install marine air conditioning and refrigeration systems of all makes — from simple filter cleanings to complete compressor replacements.
Serving St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Tampa & all of Tampa Bay
What's Included
Every service comes with our white-glove project management — one point of contact, detailed estimates, and quality-checked work.
- AC system diagnostics and troubleshooting
- Refrigerant leak detection and recharge
- Compressor repair and replacement
- Evaporator and condenser coil service
- Sea water pump service and replacement
- Through-hull strainer cleaning and service
- Thermostat and control replacement
- Ductwork repair and installation
- Filter cleaning and replacement
- Marine refrigerator and freezer service
Ready to Get Started?
Contact us for a free, no-obligation estimate. We'll assess your needs and provide a detailed quote before any work begins.
White-glove project management included with every service
Stay Comfortable on the Water
In Tampa Bay's subtropical climate, marine air conditioning isn't a luxury — it's a necessity for comfortable boating and protecting your vessel's interior from moisture damage. Marine AC systems face unique challenges: they use raw water from the ocean for cooling, operate in high-humidity environments, and are subject to saltwater corrosion on every component. When your AC goes down, mold growth can start within days, and cabin temperatures can make your vessel unusable. Our technicians specialize in diagnosing and repairing marine-specific AC systems quickly so you're not sitting at the dock in the heat.
Common Marine AC Problems We Solve
The most frequent issues we see are frozen evaporator coils (usually from low refrigerant or blocked airflow), clogged through-hull strainers that restrict cooling water flow, failed compressors, and thermostat malfunctions. We also handle noisy sea water pumps, refrigerant leaks, corroded electrical connections, and fan motor failures. If your boat AC is blowing warm air, making unusual noises, or not turning on at all — we've seen it and fixed it.
Refrigeration Systems Too
Beyond cabin air conditioning, we service marine refrigeration systems including galley refrigerators, freezers, and bait wells. Marine refrigeration requires specialized knowledge different from household systems — different refrigerants, unique plumbing configurations, and components designed for the marine environment. Whether your cold plate isn't holding temperature or your refrigeration compressor won't cycle, our technicians can diagnose and repair it.
What to Expect: Our Service Process
For dockside diagnostic work and non-routine repairs, here's exactly how the process works — so there are no surprises from the start.
1
Initial Diagnosis Visit
We come to your dock and diagnose the issue. There is a $175 diagnosis fee — if you approve the work, it is credited toward your final invoice. If you decide not to move forward, the visit is billed on its own and you keep the diagnosis in writing.
2
Written Estimate & Approval
Based on the diagnosis, we build a written estimate and send it to you for approval through our platform. We will have a strong idea of what needs to be done — but the full picture often only becomes clear once we start taking things apart.
3
Parts Ordering & Scheduling
Once your estimate is approved and the parts arrive in-house, we schedule your job. For special-order items, we require a 50% deposit up front.
4
Work Visit 1
If the fix is what we anticipated, we complete the work on this visit. If we uncover something else contributing to the problem, we order the additional or replacement parts, revise the estimate, keep you updated, and schedule a second visit as quickly as possible.
5
Work Visit 2 (If Needed)
When a second visit is required, we complete the service and test everything to confirm the issue is fully resolved.
6
Billing & Payment
When the job is done, we reconcile parts and labor to the actual amounts and send your final invoice — along with photos for your records — through our platform. Pay by ACH with no fee, or by credit card with a 3.5% processing fee.
$175 Diagnosis Visit
Credited toward your invoice when you approve the work. If you pass, it is billed on its own and you keep the written diagnosis.
50% Deposit on Special Orders
When a job requires special-order parts, we collect a 50% deposit up front before the work is scheduled.
ACH Free · Card +3.5%
Pay through our platform by ACH with no fee, or by credit card with a 3.5% processing fee. Both are always available.
Save with Management
Management Customers Save on Every Service
Mobile Marina management customers get exclusive discounts on maintenance and fuel, plus proactive inspections that catch problems before they become expensive.
$0.20 Off Fuel
Per gallon on every delivery
10% Off Labor
On all maintenance services
Early Detection
Monthly inspections catch issues
Service History
Complete timeline in the app
AC & Refrigeration FAQ
Common questions about our ac & refrigeration services
Case Studies
Real Jobs, Real Results
Customer case studies showing how we diagnose and resolve issues like the ones on this page.
electrical
Anatomy of a Windlass Fault: A Three-Layer Electrical Diagnosis on a 26' Regal
Five visits, three components, one working windlass — a methodical diagnosis on a 26' Regal that saved the owner from replacing a unit that was mostly fine.
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electrical
Anatomy of a Phantom Drain: A Three-Month Electrical Case Study on a 27' Tidewater
Three months, six visits, one full electrical diagnosis on a 27' Tidewater — batteries, chargers, voltage leaks, and a bilge float switch.
Read the full story
Need AC & Refrigeration?
Contact us today for a free estimate. Our team is ready to help — dockside service available throughout Tampa Bay.