Spring Commissioning: Pre-Season Engine and Hull Protocols

Nautelo editorial team · September 26, 2026

A practical checklist for getting your boat ready for the season.

Begin with the hull: inspect antifouling, anodes and through-hull fittings while the boat is still ashore.

Then service the engine: change oil and filters, check belts and impellers, and test the cooling circuit.

Before launching, verify safety equipment, flares and lifejacket dates, and test navigation electronics.