Sunrise Harbor Marina is a private residential marina on the Middle River in Fort Lauderdale — one of the city’s quieter inland waterway communities, popular with liveaboards and neighborhood boaters who value the calm, off-the-beaten-path setting. The Middle River sees less tidal flushing than the ICW or the main New River, creating a slow-current environment where slime, algae, and soft fouling accumulate steadily on hulls throughout the year. Boats at Sunrise Harbor that sit still for weeks at a time are particularly vulnerable to fouling buildup. Aqua Pro Yacht Maintenance provides NAUI-certified hull cleaning and underwater maintenance at your slip — keeping your hull clean without the disruption of a haul-out.
Hull Cleaning Services at Sunrise Harbor Marina
Aqua Pro provides complete underwater maintenance at your slip — no haul-out, no yard fees, no trailering. Here is what we perform at Sunrise Harbor Marina:
- Hull Cleaning — Full removal of barnacles, tube worms, algae, and slime from hull, keel, and rudder. Boats at Sunrise Harbor Marina typically need cleaning every 4–8 weeks.
- Zinc Anode Replacement — Inspection and replacement of sacrificial anodes on props, shafts, trim tabs, and hull fittings. The saltwater and galvanic corrosion are active in South Florida year-round — we check zincs on every visit.
- Propeller Cleaning & Polishing — Fouled props reduce fuel efficiency by up to 30% and stress your drivetrain. We clean and polish props at your slip, with removal and reinstall available.
- Underwater Inspection & Photo Report — Complete photo documentation of hull, running gear, through-hulls, and anodes. Required for insurance claims and essential for tracking paint condition.
- Dock & Piling Cleaning — If your slip at Sunrise Harbor Marina includes assigned dock sections or pilings, we clean those as part of the service.
Why Boats at Sunrise Harbor Marina Need Regular Cleaning
The Middle River is one of Fort Lauderdale’s quieter inland waterways — a residential boating corridor that sees less tidal exchange than the main New River or the ICW. Slower water movement means organic material stays in suspension longer, creating favorable conditions for algae and slime buildup on hulls. Boats at Sunrise Harbor Marina on the Middle River typically experience a soft fouling progression: slime first, then soft algae, then tube worm settlement if left unaddressed. While hard barnacle pressure is lower here than at ocean-adjacent marinas, unchecked growth still degrades antifouling paint and reduces hull speed. A 6–8 week cleaning cycle is recommended for most vessels at this location.
About Sunrise Harbor Marina
Sunrise Harbor Marina is a private marina located on the Middle River in Fort Lauderdale, Broward County. The marina offers approximately 120 wet slips serving the residential boating community along Fort Lauderdale’s Middle River waterway. Its quiet, tree-lined setting makes it popular with liveaboards and weekend boaters who prefer a residential atmosphere over a commercial marina environment.
How It Works at Sunrise Harbor Marina
- Call or book online — Give us your marina, slip number, and boat type. We confirm a time that fits your schedule.
- We come to your slip — NAUI-certified divers arrive at Sunrise Harbor Marina at the agreed time. No hauling, no trailering, no yard.
- Underwater service — Cleaning, zinc inspection, prop check — all done in the water while your boat stays docked.
- Same-day photo report — Before-and-after photos plus a written condition report sent to you the same day.
- Done in 1–2 hours — Your boat is ready to use immediately. No drying time, no waiting.
Other Marinas We Serve Near Fort Lauderdale
Aqua Pro covers all marinas across Miami-Dade and Broward County. If your boat is at a nearby marina, we serve those too:
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