You've got wet stringers. You've got two paths. Let's compare them like grown-ups (with maybe one joke).
Option 1: Traditional Stringer Replacement
This is the classic approach. The hull gets cut open, the old stringers come out, new ones are built and glassed in, and everything is refinished.
- Cost: Major tear-out repairs on larger boats can run past $100,000
- Downtime: Often months
- Appearance: Repair work that surveyors and future buyers can see
- Structure: The original factory build is permanently altered
Option 2: Drying the Stringers in Place
Dryboat's patented process removes the moisture without removing the stringers.
- Cost: Typically 50 to 60 percent less than tear-out and replacement
- Process: Small access points, continuous drying, then verification
- Appearance: Access points are sealed and finished, with no visible repair
- Structure: Your boat's original factory structure stays intact
The Resale Question
If you're selling, this matters a lot. A boat with obvious structural repair work can be a harder sell. A boat that passes survey with no visible repair tells a much better story.
So Which One Is Right for You?
If your boat is 30 feet or larger and the core is a good candidate for drying, the math usually isn't close. We'll help you figure it out during a free evaluation. Learn more about wet stringer repair.
