MAINTENANCE / MANAGEMENT

HVAC

“Pardon the question, but have you checked your strainers?” We often feel like patronizing tech-support people when we answer the first call regarding HVAC flow alarms and/or inadequate cooling. Brackish water combined with high ambient temperatures is a recipe for poor HVAC performance. We recommend clearing your strainers AT LEAST bi-weekly, if not weekly. Incidentally, this is a pivotal part of our management program. If your system still doesn’t reach your cooling expectations, our HVAC specialists are ready to help. Our services range from changing/adding pumps, clearing/changing supply lines, replacing moldy ductwork, and adding additional return vents to retrofitting an ideal replacement into an existing location, or installing an entirely new system. We are distributors for multiple best-in-class brands, including CTM Marine and Dometic. We’d be happy to discuss the best options for your lifestyle aboard.

Mechanical Repairs

The Proper Knot works with a team of certified professionals, capable of performing an array of mechanical repairs on your yacht. From oil, filter, and impeller service on your Cummins generator or Volvo engine, to a head rebuild on your Yanmar, we have you covered with factory certified technicians. Other certifications include, but are not limited to: ABYC Master Marine Electrician, ABYC Standards, ABYC Systems & Universal HVAC.

Tired of getting charged for unqualified “helpers?” Even our support team members receive relevant CPD certifications before stepping aboard your vessel. Our reputation in the area has allowed the The Proper Knot to foster spectacular relationships and preferential pricing. You’ll find that having us manage your projects saves you scheduling headaches and money.

Refits, Upgrades, Surveys

Prefer to enjoy your vessel, versus having it out for the season for a refit or upgrade? Let’s discuss a tactical approach to your refit, to achieve the results you need, without the downtime and double costs associated with paying both slip and yard fees. If The Proper Knot is unable to perform certain aspects of your refit in-house, we have wonderful relationships with the area’s best craftspeople, riggers, etc. We’re happy to manage your project or provide referrals: “A rising tide lifts all ships.”

The Proper Knot works closely with brokers, supporting both buyers and sellers. We understand how a survey can impact a contract and have worked with amazing surveyors. There’s nothing worse than having a sale fall-though due to a catastrophizing surveyor, except realizing that catastrophic issues lurking below the surface on your new-to-you vessel were missed in a hasty survey. Our team can identify potential issues before surveys, allowing adequate remediation time or full-disclosure to facilitate a fair deal for everyone. We also look forward to helping new owners prioritize punch-list items, based on safety and budget, all while celebrating the joy of a new vessel.

Yacht Cleaning and Detailing

The Proper Knot provides bi-weekly yacht rinse downs with soap as part of our management program. We’re happy to quote services outside this program on a case-by-case basis, based primarily on vessel size. For comprehensive detailing services, we’d be happy to refer you to respected local providers.