Boat repair shop · Salado, TX · reviewed since 2018
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%96+56.3Reliability 26%91+23.7Value 15%100+15.2Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 95Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.95SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#2 of 31 boat repair servicesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 97%
5.0★★★★★190 Google reviews · 23 photos
99%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Interstate Marine holds a 5.0 rating from 190 reviews, with the owner responding to all feedback. Customers frequently cite fair pricing, honest assessments, clear communication, and quick turnaround times for outboard motor repairs and maintenance. Two low-star reviews describe instances where repairs failed to resolve engine issues, resulting in additional costs and dissatisfaction.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 190 reviews (99% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 190 Google reviews (174 with written comments, 5 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 100% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 4, 2026.
Service: Boat Repair Service serving Salado, Texas.
Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.
Score profile vs other boat repair services
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: reliability.
Interstate MarineBoat Repair Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Interstate Marine: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 74.A
96
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Interstate Marine: 91/100 on this factor. Category median: 65.A
91
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Interstate Marine: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 80.A
99
ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Interstate Marine: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
100
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Interstate Marine: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 49.–
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Star ratings
190 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars18899%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star21%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 174 written reviews
100%praise
Praise413100%
Complaints20%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Price & value7819%
Staff & attitude7318%
Quality & results6716%
Would recommend6014%
Speed & response5814%
Honesty & trust4912%
Communication307%
What customers talk about
We read 174 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“DENNIS is very fair on pricing and most of all very honest does not fabricate fake issues to make more money”
“Super nice and explained everything that was going on and what I needed done.”
“Great place, Dennis does Great work at a very good price he's the only one I'll ever let work on my boat”
“I highly recommend him to anyone in need of outboard motor service or repair.”
“I recently purchased a used pontoon boat that had been sitting unused for two years, and Dennis had it running like new in no time.”
“Highly recommend to anyone who wants reliable, quality service!”
“Everything was explained clearly, and he went above and beyond to make sure I was back on the water quickly.”
People customers mention
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Austin4 reviews
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praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Interstate Marine for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Mike4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 weeks ago★★★★★
DENNIS is very fair on pricing and most of all very honest does not fabricate fake issues to make more money
After multiple engine-steering repairs on 2 different boats been outstanding quality
Derek1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
Dennis and his team are great! They did a fantastic job on my motor. It’s hard to find shops that will work on 40 year old outboards but they do! Super nice and explained everything that was going on and what I needed done. Very good pricing compared to other shops. No other shop will touch my boat. Customer for life!
Shawn1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★
Great service and excellent turnaround time. I recently purchased a used pontoon boat that had been sitting unused for two years, and Dennis had it running like new in no time. He was knowledgeable, professional, and efficient throughout the process. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of outboard motor service or repair.
Brandon9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★
Dennis and his crew are top notch! They got me in and out quick so I could get back on the water with my family. Very fair priced and didn’t try to upsell things. I will definitely keep coming back.
Thank Dennis (and crew)
Joe7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★
Deserving of the current 5 star rating. They are very helpful and reasonable. I had multiple other places in the area that wouldn't even bother to help with what I needed. This place is friendly and fair. I will bring my boat here with any issues in the future
ron13 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★
Great place, Dennis does Great work at a very good price he's the only one I'll ever let work on my boat
DENNIS is very fair on pricing and most of all very honest does not fabricate fake issues to make more money
After multiple engine-steering repairs on 2 different boats been outstanding quality
Response from the owner · 4 weeks ago
We do our best at being honest and performing good work. Mathew 8:36
Derek Smith1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Derek has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Dennis and his team are great! They did a fantastic job on my motor. It’s hard to find shops that will work on 40 year old outboards but they do! Super nice and explained everything that was going on and what I needed done. Very good pricing compared to other shops. No other shop will touch my boat. Customer for life!
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thats great Derek. We appreciate your trust in us, your business, and kind words. We will continue to put our best foward, lead by The Leader who created us.
Shawn W1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Shawn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Great service and excellent turnaround time. I recently purchased a used pontoon boat that had been sitting unused for two years, and Dennis had it running like new in no time. He was knowledgeable, professional, and efficient throughout the process. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of outboard motor service or repair.
Response from the owner · 3 months ago
Thanks for the review Shawn. Enjoy that nice ride
Brandon Wood9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Brandon has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Dennis and his crew are top notch! They got me in and out quick so I could get back on the water with my family. Very fair priced and didn’t try to upsell things. I will definitely keep coming back.
Thank Dennis (and crew)
Response from the owner · 4 months ago
Thanks Brandon. Hope you have a great summer!
Joe M7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Joe has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Deserving of the current 5 star rating. They are very helpful and reasonable. I had multiple other places in the area that wouldn't even bother to help with what I needed. This place is friendly and fair. I will bring my boat here with any issues in the future
Response from the owner · 4 months ago
Thanks Joe. Was a pleasure working with you
Sandy SilvasLocal Guide · 42 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Sandy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Had an excellent experience getting work done on my boat. Very professional, knowledgeable, and clearly cared about doing the job right. Everything was explained clearly, and he went above and beyond to make sure I was back on the water quickly. Highly recommend to anyone who wants reliable, quality service!
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you for the great review! Was a pleasure working with you.