Traverse City's Trusted
Boat Restoration &
Fiberglass Experts

Premium structural repairs, custom marine woodwork, and flawless gelcoat refinishing. Operating right from Carter Road for over three decades to keep your investment safe on the water.

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Marine Insurance Authorized Warranty
Repair Center

We handle the stressful part for you. Our team coordinates directly with all major marine insurance providers to ensure your collision, storm, or structural claims are processed smoothly and professionally.

Collision Claims
Storm Damage
Structural Repairs

Three Decades of Marine Expertise

Every project that comes through our doors on Carter Road gets the same elite care — whether it's a classic wooden runabout or a modern fiberglass powerboat.

Structural Fiberglass & Gelcoat Repair

Complete structural rebuilding including rotted transoms, stringer replacement, core repairs, and collision damage. We provide precision, color-matched gelcoat finishing that makes your hull look factory-fresh.

Custom Woodwork & Brightwork

Master craftsmanship for classic wooden vessels and modern yachts alike. Specializing in premium teak deck restoration, custom mahogany cabinetry, and flawless, multi-coat marine varnish finishing.

Marine Painting & Refinishing

High-end topside refinishing, full hull painting, blister repair, and premium protective marine coating applications designed to withstand the harsh elements of Northern Michigan waters.

Uncompromising Craftsmanship.
Proven Results.

From heavily damaged hulls to rotted structural wood, we restore your pride and joy to pristine condition.

Your Estimate. Our Word.

We believe every boat owner deserves a straightforward repair experience — not a mystery invoice. When you get a written estimate from West Bay Boat Works, that's the number we honor. No last-minute add-ons, no inflated final bills, no half-finished jobs left on a trailer. Just the work you agreed to, done right.

Price Locked In

Your written estimate is the price you pay. No change orders sprung on you once the work begins.

Workmanship Warranty

Every structural repair is backed by our guarantee. If it's not right, we make it right.

Always In The Loop

Photo updates and direct calls throughout your repair. You'll never wonder what's happening to your boat.

Boat detailing and restoration work at the West Bay Boat Works shop

Serving Northern Michigan's Boating Community for 35+ Years

Conveniently located right on the Traverse City waterfront, West Bay Boat Works LLC blends time-honored shipwright traditions with modern marine technology. Whether you operate a classic wooden runabout, a high-performance fiberglass powerboat, or a sailing vessel, our seasoned team handles every project with the elite care and precision it deserves.

10511 East Carter Road Traverse City, MI 49684 — right on the water
Classic Wooden Runabouts Fiberglass Powerboats Sailing Vessels

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Free, no-obligation estimate on every request.
We respond within 24 hours, most often same-day.
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Thanks — we'll review your project and get back to you within 24 hours. For urgent needs, call us directly at (231) 946-1994.