Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Boat Repair and Marina Services
Established in 1944, Madaket Marine has grown from a family-owned boat repair shop into a trusted marine service provider serving Nantucket, Massachusetts. Our team of certified technicians specializes in Yamaha outboard engines, offering repair, maintenance, and installation services backed by decades of hands-on experience. We operate a full-service marina with dockage, mooring solutions, and dry stack boat launch capabilities, complemented by parts sales and expert customer support. Our commitment to environmental stewardship guides every aspect of our operations, from waste management practices to sustainable facility maintenance. With five factory-trained Yamaha technicians, including two master-certified professionals, we deliver precision service for both recreational and commercial marine clients. Our facility includes hydraulic trailer services, forklift launching capabilities, and comprehensive boat detailing options to meet diverse customer needs.We maintain strict adherence to safety protocols and industry best practices while providing personalized assistance with docking, fueling, and storm preparedness. Our team's deep local knowledge ensures tailored solutions for Nantucket's unique maritime environment, supported by annual technician training programs to maintain technical excellence. We offer seasonal services including winterization, commissioning, and shrink wrapping, alongside year-round maintenance and emergency repair coordination. This combination of technical expertise, environmental responsibility, and community-focused service has sustained our reputation as a trusted marine partner for over eight decades.
Services
Yamaha Engine Repair
Dockage Services
Moorings
Forklift Launching
Boat Detailing
Shrink Wrapping
Dry Stack Launch
Marina Slips
West End Mooring
Parts Sales
Details
- Year established: 1944
Highlights and features
- Family-owned operation with 80+ years of local maritime expertise
- Five factory-trained Yamaha technicians including two master-certified professionals
- Comprehensive environmental compliance and sustainable facility practices
- Full-service marina with dry stack storage and mooring solutions
- Annual technician training programs maintaining technical excellence
What people say
Knowledgeable technicians
Reliable service
Beautiful Nantucket location
Expert Yamaha specialists
Professional staff
Services
Yamaha Engine Repair
Our factory-certified technicians specialize in Yamaha outboard engine repair and maintenance. We perform diagnostics, electrical system checks, and fuel system maintenance to manufacturer specifications. Our two master-certified technicians ensure optimal performance through regular servicing and advanced troubleshooting techniques.
Moorings
We provide secure mooring solutions including rental moorings and West End Mooring Service. Our team maintains mooring systems year-round and offers installation/removal services. Commercial and recreational vessels benefit from our experienced crew's local waterway expertise.
Boat Detailing
Our comprehensive detailing service includes hull cleaning, waxing, and interior maintenance. We use environmentally-friendly products while preserving vessel appearance. Services extend to shrink wrapping for seasonal protection and post-storage preparation.
Dry Stack Launch
This service offers secure dry storage with efficient launch capabilities. Our hydraulic trailer system ensures quick water access. Customers enjoy peace of mind with our organized storage facility and professional handling of vessel transitions.
Parts Sales
We stock genuine Yamaha parts and marine supplies with expert inventory management. Our parts department supports both in-house repairs and customer purchases. Technicians coordinate directly with parts specialists to ensure correct component availability for all service needs.
People
Christopher Shannon
Chief Operating Officer
Yamaha Master Technician with extensive management experience overseeing daily operations and technical service standards at Madaket Marine's Nantucket facility.
Eric Ray
Yamaha Master Technician
Certified expert in Yamaha engine systems serving as yard foreman, ensuring technical excellence in repair operations and staff training programs.
Shane Amos
Parts Manager
Manages inventory systems and facility operations with focus on maintaining optimal parts availability and storage organization for efficient service delivery.
Karen Gibbs
Service Writer
Coordinates service requests and client communications while maintaining detailed service records to ensure seamless customer experiences and follow-up care.
Fred Linquist
Captain
Provides maritime expertise for service calls and vessel operations, ensuring safe navigation and technical support for complex marine requirements across Nantucket waters.
Questions
What Yamaha engine services do you offer?
We provide complete Yamaha outboard repair, maintenance, and installation services with factory-certified technicians and master-level expertise.
Are marina slips available year-round?
Our marina slips are available seasonally with winter storage options through our dry stack facility and shrink wrapping services.
Do you offer boat detailing services?
Yes, we provide comprehensive boat washing, waxing, interior cleaning, and seasonal shrink wrapping to maintain vessel condition.
What mooring solutions are available?
We offer rental moorings, West End Mooring Service, and professional installation/removal services for both commercial and recreational vessels.
How do your winterization services work?
Our technicians perform complete system winterization including engine flushing, fuel stabilization, and protective shrink wrapping for seasonal storage.
What parts and supplies do you stock?
We maintain genuine Yamaha parts inventory and marine supplies with expert assistance for both in-house repairs and customer purchases.
Reviews (1)
Pearce Minshall
Sep 04, 2021
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Last summer, I was dropping friends off at Madaket Marine. I walked them up to their taxi at the end of the parking lot (they didnt know where the entrance was) at 6pm on Sunday evening. When I returned to my boat, there was no power to the engines, but full power to the rest of the boat. Seemed really fishy, boat was just working great and I had turned off the batteries to ensure they wouldn't die.
Fast forward a year when a nice worker left and got a new job. We told him the story and discovered he used to work at Madaket Marine. Turns out another worker (will hold out names) had gone into the
Fast forward a year when a nice worker left and got a new job. We told him the story and discovered he used to work at Madaket Marine. Turns out another worker (will hold out names) had gone into the
