JD Marine Service
Marine mechanic / boat repair in Cape Coral, FL
Mobile dockside marine mechanic serving Cape Coral and Southwest Florida with honest engine diagnostics, outboard and inboard repair, and fair parts pricing.
Cape Coral, FL 33904Phone: (239) 314-8365
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About
JD Marine Service does outboard engine repair, inboard engine repair, and marine engine diagnostics across Cape Coral, and I bring the shop to your dock. No trailer, no marina waiting list. You get straight answers about what is wrong, a fair price on parts, and a boat that runs the way it should.
I started JD Marine Service because boat owners around Cape Coral kept telling me the same story: a repair takes weeks, the parts bill doubles, and nobody explains what was actually done. I wanted to run a marine mechanic business the other way. Most of my work happens right at your dock or lift, from outboard and inboard engine repair to lower unit rebuilds, marine electrical, and rewiring.
When I troubleshoot a no-start or a dead cylinder, I find the root of the problem instead of throwing parts at it, and I will tell you when a fix can wait and when it cannot. Parts are priced fairly because I do not believe in big markups just because the work involves a boat. Being based here on the Caloosahatchee means I know these waterways, the Gulf runs you take, and what salt and heat do to engines and wiring in Southwest Florida.
Whether you keep your boat on a canal in Cape Coral, fish the Pine Island flats, or run out of Fort Myers Beach, I will get you back on the water without the runaround. Call me, describe the problem, and we will figure it out together.
Boat repair, done right the first time
Outboards, inboards, sterndrives, electrical, fuel systems and more, handled at your dock or in the shop.
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Outboard Engine Repair
JD Marine Service repairs outboard engines of all major brands for boaters in Cape Coral, FL, at your dock or in our shop. From hard starts and stalling to power loss on the Caloosahatchee, we find the real problem, quote parts honestly, and get you back on the water fast.
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Inboard Engine Repair
JD Marine Service repairs inboard engines on boats across Cape Coral, FL, with a focus on older gas inboards that need patient troubleshooting. From cooling and fuel issues to raw-water pumps and alignment, I work at your dock or in the shop, sourcing parts fairly priced so you are back on the Gulf fast.
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Sterndrive Repair
JD Marine Service handles sterndrive repair across Cape Coral, FL, from bellhousing and transom assembly work to u-joints, shift cable, and drive alignment. I troubleshoot the whole drivetrain, not just the symptom, so your boat leaves with a fix that holds on the Caloosahatchee.
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Marine Engine Diagnostics
JD Marine Service finds the real cause of engine trouble for boat owners in Cape Coral, FL, not just the symptom. I run engine diagnostics on outboards, inboards, and sterndrives at your dock or in the shop, then explain what failed and why. Honest troubleshooting means you only pay for the repair your boat actually needs.
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Lower Unit Rebuilds
JD Marine Service rebuilds lower units for boaters in Cape Coral, FL, replacing worn gears, bearings, and seals instead of selling you a whole new unit. Rebuilding keeps money in your pocket and gets you back on the water sooner.
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Gear Replacement
JD Marine Service replaces worn or damaged gears on outboard and sterndrive lower units across Cape Coral, FL. When a rebuild is not the right call, I source the correct gear set fast, even for hard-to-find older models, and get you back on the water without weeks of waiting.
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Marine Electrical Repair
JD Marine Service tracks down dead bilge pumps, flickering gauges, and mystery battery drains on boats across Cape Coral, FL. Instead of swapping parts and hoping, I trace each circuit, find the real fault, and repair it properly the first time. Fair pricing on parts and dockside service throughout Southwest Florida.
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Boat Rewiring
JD Marine Service handles complete boat rewiring for older and restored boats across Cape Coral, FL. I replace brittle, corroded, or jury-rigged circuits with tinned copper wiring on clean runs, so your lights, pumps, and electronics work reliably out on the Gulf instead of failing halfway there.
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Battery Systems
JD Marine Service designs and installs boat battery systems in Cape Coral, FL, from starting batteries to full house bank setups with proper charging. Whether you fish Pine Island Sound overnight or cruise the Caloosahatchee, I size the bank right, wire it clean, and make sure it charges at the dock and underway.
Simple, honest, and quick
Call and describe the problem
Tell me what the boat is doing, or not doing. A short conversation over the phone often points straight at the likely cause before I ever leave the shop.
Get a clear estimate
I lay out what the repair should involve and what parts cost, with fair pricing and no padded markup. You decide before any wrench turns.
I come to your dock
Most repairs happen right at your dock or lift, anywhere in Cape Coral and the surrounding area. No trailer needed, no marina drop-off.
Diagnose and fix the root cause
Real engine diagnostics, not parts-swapping. Whether it is an outboard, inboard, or sterndrive, I find what failed, fix it, and explain what I found.
Back on the water
I test the work, walk you through what was done, and let you know what to watch for so the same problem does not come back.
Our work
Boats we have fixed around Cape Coral
Common questions from boat owners
How is the cost of a boat repair determined?
Every job is priced on what the engine actually needs, not a flat rate sheet. An estimate covers the diagnosis, the parts required, and the labor time involved. I explain what I found before any work starts, so you know why each line item is there. No dollar figure goes on paper until the problem is confirmed.
What areas does JD Marine Service cover?
I'm based in Cape Coral and work throughout the area, including Fort Myers, North Fort Myers, Pine Island, Sanibel, Fort Myers Beach, Lehigh Acres, Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte, Bonita Springs, Estero, and Matlacha. Most visits happen right at your dock or lift, so you don't have to haul your boat to get it fixed.
How do I arrange a dockside repair visit?
Call (239) 314-8365 or send a request through the website with a description of the problem and where the boat is kept. I'll confirm a time to come to your dock, lift, or slip. If the job needs shop work that can't be done waterside, we'll talk through options before anything moves.
How soon can I get an appointment?
Weekday appointments are available Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. Timing depends on the season and the type of job, but simple work like an impeller replacement or battery issue is often easier to slot in quickly than a rebuild. Calling early in the week usually gives you the most scheduling choices.
What should I do to prepare for the service visit?
Make sure I can reach the boat, whether it's on a lift, at a slip, or on a trailer. If the engine has been running rough, note when it happens, at idle or under load, cold or warm. Clear gear off the hatch or engine cover if you can, and have keys available if the boat will be started.
Which engine types do you repair?
All three. Outboard work makes up a big share of the jobs around Cape Coral's canals, but I also handle inboard engine repair, sterndrive service, and lower unit rebuilds. Engine diagnostics come first on most calls, so the actual fault gets fixed instead of parts getting swapped on guesses.
Can you fix electrical problems like dead batteries or bad wiring?
Electrical issues are some of the most common calls I get. That includes battery systems, marine electrical troubleshooting, rewiring, bilge pumps, and navigation electronics installation. Saltwater and humidity are hard on connections, so I track down the root of the fault rather than just replacing what's easiest to reach.
Why is parts pricing different with a local shop?
I keep parts pricing fair and skip the heavy markup you'll often see at big marina shops. You see what the part costs and what the labor costs, plainly. As a locally owned shop in Cape Coral, my reputation lives on these waterways, so honest numbers matter more than a quick upsell.
Should I get a pre-purchase inspection before buying a used boat?
A used boat can look sharp on the surface while hiding compression problems, bad lower unit gear oil, ethanol-damaged fuel lines, or old wiring. My pre-purchase inspection covers the engine, drive, electrical, and general maintenance condition, then I walk you through what I found so you can buy with your eyes open.
What routine maintenance does a boat need here in Southwest Florida?
Our brackish water and long boating season are tough on engines. A seasonal tune-up typically covers an oil change, impeller replacement, fuel-water separator, and a look at sacrificial zinc anodes. Flushing after saltwater runs and staying on top of fuel system service keep small issues from becoming big ones mid-season.
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What boat owners say
4.8 out of 5 from 26 reviews on Google.
Jeff is meticulous in his work and did a great job servicing our Yamaha. If you need a reliable honest mechanic he's your man.
If u need a good honest boat mechanic that can troubleshoot and is reasonably price Jeff is your guy he will keep ur boat running and on the water
Great experience working with Jeff on a boat I purchased from one of his customers. Always there helping me get it fine tuned and taking the time even when he was busy. Would recommend JD Marine as your professional go to boat guys.