Boat prep for dealers and brokers

Boat dealers, yacht brokers, charter and hire operators and marinas that need boats presented well and turned round quickly.

Agreed price per boat or a day rate, often invoiced monthly. A few steady business clients can give more predictable work than private owners.

• Reliable and good at meeting deadlines
• Consistent, high-quality finishing
• Professional communication with businesses
• Basic invoicing and record keeping

• Public liability insurance, and check whether clients want specific cover levels or cover for damage to boats in your care
• Late payment from business clients, so agree payment terms upfront
• Dependence on one or two clients, which makes income risky if they stop
• Check whether you need permission or a pass to work on dealer or marina sites
• Sale and charter work often peaks in spring, so plan cash flow across the year

Startup costs are typically estimated at around £2,000 to £8,000, depending on equipment, products and insurance. Public liability cover is one cost to check, as clients may want specific cover levels.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around £1,500 to £6,000, depending on the contracts you win. Sale and charter work often peaks in spring, so plan cash flow across the year and avoid relying on one or two clients.

Check public liability insurance, including whether clients want specific cover levels or cover for damage to boats in your care. Check whether you need permission or a pass to work on dealer or marina sites, and agree payment terms upfront.