How 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.95SCOREInterstate Marine
Salado, TX · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #2Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 31 boat repair services · 5.0★ from 190 Google reviews
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Percentile vs other boat repair services (100 = best)Each 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.
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Interstate Marine for general repairs & maintenance
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Excellent experience at Interstate Marine. Dennis is a honest, down to earth straight shooter. Dropped my rig off to have motor diagnosed, wouldn't start, like it had no fire. Had my boat back in less than 30 days. Reasonable pricing, good communication. Took it to the lake and had no issues. Highly recommend Interstate Marine. Thanks Dennis.
Dennis is an amazing guy, really takes care of his customers and listens to what issues they are having and fixes them in the best manner possible. I would recommend this place to any of my boating friends in a heart beat!
Great place to take your boat to get work done. Dennis excellent person a super mechanic did a super job for me every time I’ve taken my boat to his shop.. I recently took my boat to his shop for a problem I thought was a problem with my lower unit. I told Dennis what was happening with my boat engine. He ask “did…
Dennis is the best... I drive 1.5 hours for his expertise. 5 star rating is legit!
I highly recommend Interstate Marine and Outboard Service. Dennis is very knowledgeable and resolved our issue. He is very efficient and curtesy. His turn around time on completion of our repair was outstanding!
Went in because my boat wouldn't go into drive. He ended up finding out why and a whole bunch of other stuff that my last mechanic did wrong. My boat has been running so rough for so long that I guess I just got used to it. Now it's so smooth that it's like having a brand new boat again. 10 out of 10 would recommend. Best in town.
They did an incredible job with our boat! They ensured we knew the issue and the cost to fix it. He stayed in contact with us throughout the repairs. Extremely professional and easy to talk to. We’ll definitely go back if we encounter anymore issues with our boat!
Denis amazing! He’s professional, he’s personable, and he cares about quality work. In a world where so many repair shops keep you at arms length and charge you for every little thing, Interstate Boat repair harkens back to that old school idea of quality work for a fair price. He’s also in it to create a long term…
Dennis did one heck of a job for a very reasonable price, very cheap, the turn around was very quick , he was very easy going and patient especially with my 20 thousand questions.....i really recommend him, he knows his job and offers quality work
Great value and service. Dennis worked on my motor when others didn't want to and man does it run Great. I definitely recommend this company for your Marine needs. Thanks Dennis.
I went to see Dennis with the recommendation of a friend of my wife. I had an issue that I’ve been trying to deal back and forth with insurance. I took it to a shop in Northwest Austin and little work was done and their labor/parts prices were high. Having to take care of the matter on my own now, I decided to make…
Dennis installed a part (steering actuator) he was unfamiliar with and the outcome was a smooth steering system with no difficulty compared to before install. My rating overall work he performed is 5 stars..not 4
Great service great prices I won’t take my boat anywhere else. I’ve recommended interstate boat to all my boating friends and anyone on the lake I see having a bad day. Dennis and his guys are great 5 star all the way
Great experience, they went above and beyond to help us out
Bought a boat a week ago and when I took it out to the lake, it stopped working. I found Dennis on Google and after seeing so many positive reviews I gave him a call and right away he was able to help me and tell me the problems the boat had, he would always send me pictures and updates while fixing it. He left my…
I was having trouble with my boat not coming up on plane. I had tried quite a few things, finally I took it to Dennis. He was able to find all the problems and rebuilt the carbs. The boat has never run better. He is very friendly to work with and took the time to explain what he found.
Dennis is an amazing business owner and fellow boater. Easy to communicate with, honest guy who shoots you straight no matter the scenario. Willing to look and help on small repairs before getting elbow deep and then charging you more after the fact. I have always had good luck with bringing my boat in and getting…
Dennis went above and beyond, I brought my boat there 2 times for different reasons, the first time he had it fixed and ready to go before we took it camping, other places had a very long wait time... the second time we had fathers day plans and I brought it to him hoping to have it back in time, the part came in…
The owner Dennis was professional and a pleasure to work with. He was quick and had parts in stock. Called up and was able to get repairs done the same day. Would definitely reccomend this shop to everyone. Will be coming back for all services.
I can’t say enough about Dennis and this shop. I am a first time boat owner and was hesitant on finding a place for my first boat getting serviced after sitting a few years upon purchase. I read a review online which stated Dennis had left the shop to go get a stranded customer off I-35 and I knew then the extra…
Went in for repairs, found sn9ther issue fixed everything and was straight up and honest about what needed to be done. He also finished 2 weeks ahead of schedule. I would recommend this boat tech to everyone that has a boat!!!!!
I used him today 4/20/21 I drove 3 hours to check out a used boat in Belton I was interested in buying. He got me in his tight schedule to get a buyer check done for me. He was fast, honest, and very knowledgeable and had good recommendations, not to mention an extremely down to earth guy. I was in and out in an…
Wow. So on my way to drop the boat off with Dennis for a tune up, my trailer driver side wheel had a blowout about 1.5 miles away from his shop on I-35. He came to my rescue and helped me with a spare in order for me to get to a tire store to get a new one. I will be using Interstate Marine and Outboard for all my…
Today I picked up my boat, and Dennis, this guy is a miracle worker with boats and showed me more and taught me so much, he fixed my boat and with no problem what so ever, the guy is legit and highly recommend him dude is for real
Dennis brought my old motor back to life. Very professional and fair prices.
If you are looking for a dependable, fair and honest boat mechanic then Dennis is your guy!!! We took our boat to him back in May when Covid really hit and he did a fantastic job dealing with the B.S. with the insurance company and making sure I got my lower unit replaced. I was working out of state so I wasn’t…
I called Dennis and described my problem to him - my starter motor wouldn't crank at all, nor would my trim motor budge an inch. He said to bring it in. When I arrived Dennis stopped what he was doing and diagnosed the problem in less than 30 minutes - the main engine fuse was blown. Fortunately, my boat's motor…
Dennis is by far the most professional, honest and knowledgeable boat mechanic I've ever taken my boat to. I needed a new blower motor, a carb rebuild and a shifter cable adjustment for my Bayliner 175 and when I took the boat in Dennis checked everything out and gave me his opinion and estimates on the repairs…
I dropped my boat because it wasn’t running right with a load on it. Dennis took care of it and did a great job, I would recommend him to anybody that needed marine repairs. Dennis also installed a fish finder for me, the install is very clean and professional.
Just bought my first boat and unfortunately it died on me the 2nd time out. After doing some research I found Dennis and took it to him. He answered all of my questions and ensured I was well taken care of. Even helped my wife hook the boat up while I was in the field to take it home. Couldn’t ask for a better guy…
Dennis is extremely professional and is good at what he does. I took my boat in a week and a half ago and he had 6-7 boats ahead of mine and still got it back in good timing. I had some carb issues, he talked me through what he was going to be doing and explained how it worked and common stuff that happens and how…
Dennis is a great guy with extensive boat knowledge. Very happy with my experiences with him and his crew. Exceeds expectations!!
There is no price you can put on honesty and fair service. From initial contact to completion I am pleased with this company. So happy I now have a place to take care of my boat servicing needs. Thanks Guys!!!!
Business provided an excellent service and the turn around time was impressive compared to other boat repair shops. The owner was very courteous and friendly, and would highly recommend this shop for service and repair.
Interstate Marine and Outboard is the only place I will take my ancient boat. Not a lot of boat places in Bell County work on 30 year old boats. Dennis is honest and has the most competitive prices around. Even during peak season, he was able to do a two week turn around time. I highly recommend this place.
Had and issue with my boat running extremely rough among other issues. I called interstate marine and Mr. Dennis listened to the issues and had me bring the boat in. Within 2 weeks they had the boat fixed. Extremely happy with work done and the constant updates on the problem being fixed.
Highly recommend this shop. Very prompt, finishing ahead of schedule. They sent videos of the work as it was being done to keep me updated. Very professional, great work, and affordabl .
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Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| General repairs & maintenance | 40 | — |
| Engine repair | 28 | — |
| Tune-ups | 22 | — |
| Battery inspection/service | 11 | — |
| Oil change | 10 | — |
| Water pump service | 7 | — |
| General installation | 6 | — |
| Accessory & electronic installations | 5 | — |
