Michelle and Joe helped us design a major upgrade to our electrical system aboard our Island Packet 420. After inspecting our current system and analyzing our proposed new equipment, they made excellent recommendations and drew a complete schematic of the new electrical grid. Their expertise were invaluable in helping us purchase all the right equipment, cables, and connectors. We used their design extensively during the DIY installation to ensure everything was connected properly. They were also quick to respond to any questions we had. Very knowledgeable and professional.

I have used First Rate Marine for multiple projects and they been on schedule, on budget, with consistent clear communication, what more can you ask for. A unique benefit is the teams ability to understand your vision and needs, while adding their insight and knowledge to improve on said vision. Highly recommended.

Michelle and Joe of First Rate Marine have worked on several boat projects of ours. installation of 8 solar panels with charge controllers, alternator calibration, inverter and wiring issues, to name a few. We have found them to be very organized and professional in their approach and they can be relied on to get the job done. Some of our projects were not an easy or obvious fix, First Rate Marine are awesome troubleshooters and solved our issues as well as fixing another contractors mistakes. They are a multitalented couple and will always be our first choice.

First Rate Marine is the perfect name for Joe and Michelle’s business, as they truly are First Rate. A couple of years ago, I began researching the many aspects of a Lead Acid to LifePO4 transition, and started incrementally upgrading the “easy” equipment (alternator & regulator for example). But when the time came to commit with the purchase of the batteries, BMS’s, and All-The-Other-Things, I felt overwhelmed, and all of my reading online was now hampering my decisions. Fortunately, Joe & Michelle had just been through a LifePo4 upgrade themselves and had the knowledge with experience to help me design my system. I received a clear list of components to buy (all the way down to the lengths of wires (!), the most cost-effective places to buy them from, and system drawings that will be the envy of all on the Western seaboard. Having them by my side during such a critical (and expensive) project is priceless.

First Rate Marine went above and beyond. The organization and preparation was par none. The attention to detail and meticulous nature of their work from start to finish is noteworthy. Joe and Michelle are two of the most reliable, straight forward and honest people I’ve worked with while rebuilding my 41 foot aluminum ketch. I truly believe that using First Rate Marine saved me money and time. Joe and Michelle had everything we needed listed, ordered, and ready so that job competition was inevitable. I look forward to continuing to with them on our future design and project completion.

I’ve worked on a dream project of a complete rebuild and restoration of my 32ft Mariner Ketch over the last 4 years. When it came to the electrical rebuild, I was lost. I took one look at Joe and Michelle’s boat, Soul Rebel, and knew that I was looking at next level electrical work. Joe took the time to listen to the requirements of what my boat needed and added valuable knowledge throughout the process. Our consultation started from ground zero and he exceeded my expectations and did so on my budget. I feel incredibly fortunate to have worked with a such a guru in the field on my boat – the Sandra Louise. He’s brought my boat and I into the 21st century.

Engaging with your team for our electrical project was a standout experience. The process, from initial consultation to execution, was conducted with professionalism and expertise. The commitment to delivering quality results was evident in every facet of the work. The dedication in ensuring the job was done precisely and within budget, and the result has been a reliable and robust electrical system. In an industry often filled with empty promises, your team genuinely delivers. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend your top-notch electrical services to anyone in need.