Kayaks built from fiberglass and composites require the same professional repair techniques as larger vessels. Small cracks, worn keels, seam leaks, or punctured hulls can compromise safety and performance.

Common kayak repair issues include:

• Gelcoat chips and scratches
• Cracked seams or leaking joints
• Hull punctures or breaches from impact
• Worn keel areas from dragging on shorelines
• UV‑damaged surfaces with chalky oxidation
• Delaminated fiberglass laminates or soft spots

Captain Dave and Captain Levi repair kayaks by:

• Grinding and cleaning the damaged areas thoroughly
• Laminating with fiberglass fabrics and epoxy or vinyl ester resins
• Using epoxy filler for fairing and strength
• Spraying or brushing new gelcoat, color‑matched to blend with the kayak hull
• Wet sanding, buffing, and polishing for a smooth finish
• Adding protective skid plates or reinforcement strips when requested

With proper fiberglass and gelcoat repairs, Captain Levi’s restores kayaks to full strength and performance, extending their years of safe use on the water.

From our Largo, Florida shop and boat yard, Captain Dave and Levi dispatch mobile crews to customers throughout:
Belleair, Belleair Beach, Belleair Bluffs, Belleair Shore, Clearwater, Dunedin, Gulfport, Indian Rocks Beach, Indian Shores, Kenneth City, Largo, Madeira Beach, North Redington Beach, Oldsmar, Pinellas Park, Redington Beach, Redington Shores, Safety Harbor, St. Pete Beach, St. Petersburg, Seminole, South Pasadena, Tarpon Springs, Treasure Island, and Tampa.