From engine overhauls to hull maintenance, Forbes Boat Works delivers honest, hands-on marine repair in Wanchese. No shortcuts. No surprises. Just dependable service that gets you back out on the sound.
Whether it's a seasonal tune-up or an emergency breakdown on the sound, we treat every vessel like it's our own.
Inboard and outboard diagnostics, tune-ups, overhauls, and rebuilds. We work on Mercury, Yamaha, Volvo Penta, and more.
Blister repair, gelcoat refinishing, structural patch work, and bottom paint. Keep your hull watertight and clean.
Pre-season prep and winterization that protects your investment. Antifreeze flush, fluid checks, and system inspections.
Wiring repairs, battery replacement, navigation light troubleshooting, and marine electrical diagnostics.
Prop repair, polishing, shaft alignment, and stern drive service to keep your boat tracking straight and efficient.
Breakdown on the water? Reach us at (252) 202-2629 and we'll get you sorted fast.
Forbes Boat Works LLC is a marine and auto repair shop right here in Wanchese. We're not a chain — we're your neighbors. The boats we work on are the same ones you see every morning at the harbor, and we take pride in keeping them running like new.
Our work covers everything from routine maintenance to full engine rebuilds, hull repair, and electrical troubleshooting. We believe in doing it right the first time, giving you an honest estimate before any work begins, and treating every customer with the same respect we'd want for our own boat.
Located on Harbor Road, we're positioned to serve boaters across the Albemarle Sound and the Outer Banks. When you bring your boat to us, you're getting hands-on expertise — not a parts-counter attitude.
Honest
No upselling, no guesswork
Local
Proudly Wanchese-based
Right off Harbor Road in Wanchese — easy to find, easy to drop your boat off.
Clear estimates before any work starts. No surprise charges or hidden fees.
You deal directly with the people working on your boat — no call centers, no runaround.
We know the water waits for no one. We work efficiently to get you back on schedule.
Give us a call or stop by the shop. We'll assess the issue, give you a straightforward estimate, and get to work.
Whether you need a quick question answered or want to schedule a repair, reach out however is easiest for you.
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