SINCE 1979

BARNACLE BUSTERS
DIVING SERVICES

"We Go Overboard for our Customers!"

Going Overboard since 1979

Going Overboard since 1979

Welcome to Barnacle Busters, Palm Beach County’s LARGEST and BEST KNOWN Underwater Yacht Maintenance Company, founded by Lou Daniello, Jr. in 1979.

Welcome to Barnacle Busters, Palm Beach County’s LARGEST and BEST KNOWN Underwater Yacht Maintenance Company, founded by Lou Daniello, Jr. in 1979.

Barnacle Busters services Palm Beach, Broward, and Martin Counties with fully trained, experienced, and certified professional divers. Our large fleet of service vehicles will service your vessel right at your dock or marina. Our office is fully staffed Monday thru Friday from 7:30am to 5:00pm, and Emergency After Hours service is available 24/7 for all your weekend and after hours needs.

Decades of Dedication. Unmatched Expertise.

40+

40+

Years of Service in South Florida's Waters.

Years of Service in South Florida's Waters.

100%

100%

Certified, Trained, and Insured Professional Dive Team.

Certified, Trained, and Insured Professional Dive Team.

24/7

24/7

24/7

Emergency Service
Available

Emergency Service
Available

WHY BOAT OWNERS TRUST BARNACLE BUSTERS

South Florida’s Largest Underwater Yacht Maintenance Team

South Florida’s Largest Underwater Yacht Maintenance Team

Most dive crews scrape growth and move on. We go deeper.
Barnacle Busters protects performance, fuel efficiency, and long-term hull integrity with precision underwater maintenance backed by decades of experience.

Most dive crews scrape growth and move on. We go deeper.
Barnacle Busters protects performance, fuel efficiency, and long-term hull integrity with precision underwater maintenance backed by decades of experience.

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Established in 1979. Trusted Across South Florida.

Over four decades serving Palm Beach, Broward, and Martin Counties with consistent, professional underwater yacht maintenance.

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Established in 1979. Trusted Across South Florida.

Over four decades serving Palm Beach, Broward, and Martin Counties with consistent, professional underwater yacht maintenance.

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Established in 1979. Trusted Across South Florida.

Over four decades serving Palm Beach, Broward, and Martin Counties with consistent, professional underwater yacht maintenance.

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Licensed, Insured, and Professionally Trained Divers

Fully certified dive technicians who understand hull performance, corrosion control, and propeller optimization.

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Licensed, Insured, and Professionally Trained Divers

Fully certified dive technicians who understand hull performance, corrosion control, and propeller optimization.

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Licensed, Insured, and Professionally Trained Divers

Fully certified dive technicians who understand hull performance, corrosion control, and propeller optimization.

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Monthly Maintenance That Saves You Fuel

A clean hull runs faster, handles better, and burns less fuel. Many clients save more in fuel than they spend on service.

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Monthly Maintenance That Saves You Fuel

A clean hull runs faster, handles better, and burns less fuel. Many clients save more in fuel than they spend on service.

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Monthly Maintenance That Saves You Fuel

A clean hull runs faster, handles better, and burns less fuel. Many clients save more in fuel than they spend on service.

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Performance-First Bottom Cleaning

We don’t just remove growth. We inspect hulls, monitor zincs, and prevent electrolysis damage before it becomes expensive.

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Performance-First Bottom Cleaning

We don’t just remove growth. We inspect hulls, monitor zincs, and prevent electrolysis damage before it becomes expensive.

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Performance-First Bottom Cleaning

We don’t just remove growth. We inspect hulls, monitor zincs, and prevent electrolysis damage before it becomes expensive.

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Specialized Yacht & Large Vessel Expertise

From private boats to yachts over 80 feet, including hydraulic hull cleaning and PropSpeed applications.

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Specialized Yacht & Large Vessel Expertise

From private boats to yachts over 80 feet, including hydraulic hull cleaning and PropSpeed applications.

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Specialized Yacht & Large Vessel Expertise

From private boats to yachts over 80 feet, including hydraulic hull cleaning and PropSpeed applications.

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24/7 Emergency Response When It Matters

Office staffed weekdays. On-call emergency service available around the clock.

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24/7 Emergency Response When It Matters

Office staffed weekdays. On-call emergency service available around the clock.

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24/7 Emergency Response When It Matters

Office staffed weekdays. On-call emergency service available around the clock.

A Legacy of Precision Beneath the Surface

A Legacy of Precision Beneath the Surface

A Legacy of Precision Beneath the Surface

Barnacle Busters has protected South Florida vessels since 1979. We are not a side operation. We are a full-time, fully staffed underwater yacht maintenance company built on performance, reliability, and technical expertise.

Our divers do more than clean hulls. We preserve speed. We protect metal components. We prevent corrosion. We identify problems before they become expensive repairs.

Barnacle Busters has protected South Florida vessels since 1979. We are not a side operation. We are a full-time, fully staffed underwater yacht maintenance company built on performance, reliability, and technical expertise.

Our divers do more than clean hulls. We preserve speed. We protect metal components. We prevent corrosion. We identify problems before they become expensive repairs.

Barnacle Busters has protected South Florida vessels since 1979. We are not a side operation. We are a full-time, fully staffed underwater yacht maintenance company built on performance, reliability, and technical expertise.

Our divers do more than clean hulls. We preserve speed. We protect metal components. We prevent corrosion. We identify problems before they become expensive repairs.

When you hire Barnacle Busters, you hire experience measured in decades, not seasons.

Whether your vessel sits in Palm Beach, Broward, or Martin County, our fleet responds directly to your dock or marina with the tools and training to get it done right.

When you hire Barnacle Busters, you hire experience measured in decades, not seasons.

Whether your vessel sits in Palm Beach, Broward, or Martin County, our fleet responds directly to your dock or marina with the tools and training to get it done right.

When you hire Barnacle Busters, you hire experience measured in decades, not seasons.

Whether your vessel sits in Palm Beach, Broward, or Martin County, our fleet responds directly to your dock or marina with the tools and training to get it done right.

WHY BOAT OWNERS CHOOSE BARNACLE BUSTERS

WHY BOAT OWNERS CHOOSE BARNACLE BUSTERS

WHY BOAT OWNERS CHOOSE BARNACLE BUSTERS

Performance Focused Maintenance
A clean hull improves fuel efficiency, reduces vibration, and restores handling. We protect your investment and your operating costs.

Proactive Zinc & Corrosion Protection
We inspect and replace zincs as needed to prevent electrolysis damage to shafts, props, and metal hardware.

Yacht & Large Vessel Specialists
Hydraulic hull cleaning for yachts over 80 feet. PropSpeed application. Propeller service and reconditioning.

Dependable Scheduling & Rapid Response
Monthly maintenance plans. Geographic scheduling efficiency. 24/7 emergency availability.

Licensed, Insured, and Established Since 1979
South Florida’s largest underwater yacht maintenance company with a proven reputation.

What Our Clients Say

Trusted by Captains, Yacht Owners, and Marina Clients

When performance matters, reliability matters more. For over four decades, Barnacle Busters has earned long-term clients across Palm Beach, Broward, and Martin Counties.

“Since switching to Barnacle Busters monthly service, our fuel burn dropped noticeably. The boat runs smoother and vibration is gone. Their crew shows up on schedule every time.”

Nathan Harper

“They don’t just scrape and leave. They inspect zincs, check props, and actually care about performance. Professional operation from start to finish.”

Logan Price

“We manage multiple vessels and reliability is everything. Barnacle Busters communicates clearly and handles issues before they turn into expensive problems.”“We manage multiple vessels and reliability is everything. Barnacle Busters communicates clearly and handles issues before they turn into expensive problems.”

Aria Sullivan

“Emergency call after a grounding. They responded fast, inspected the hull, and documented everything. That kind of response is rare.”

Grace Powell

“PropSpeed application was flawless. We saw immediate performance improvement. Highly recommend for larger yachts.”

Scarlett Mitchell

“Clear communication, fast response, and quality work. They treated our home with care and kept us informed every step of the way. Exactly what you want during a bad situation.”

Samuel Brooks

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Frequently asked questions

Why should I use Barnacle Busters over other competitors?

Our office operates Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 5:00pm. For urgent situations, we offer 24/7 emergency availability. Call our main number and follow the prompts for the on-call technician. We prioritize groundings, prop damage, vibration issues, and urgent underwater inspections.

Up north I only have the bottom cleaned every 3-4 months. Why do I need it cleaned so often down here?

Most leading bottom paint manufacturers agree that Palm Beach County has the highest barnacle growth in the country, especially in the hot summer months. The water in the ICW exceeds 90 degrees in the summer and is rich in nutrients, both of which promote heavier barnacle growth.

If I have antifouling bottom paint, why do I need you to clean it?

Although bottom paint helps stunt the growth of the barnacles, it does not stop them. Barnacle Busters will only clean the bottom when necessary, paying special attention to maintaining your bottom paint so that you get maximum paint lifespan. Additionally, bottom paint wears off of the metal hardware (props, shafts, rudders, struts, trim tabs) rather quickly. Where there is no paint, barnacles will attach and grow within only a few days.

If my boat is in an area with heavy current, doesn’t the speed of the water prevent the growth of the barnacles?

Although the theory behind that seems plausible, current actually creates heavier growth. Barnacles are filter feeders and the current acts as a conveyer belt delivering food to them. Barnacles also have great adhesion properties and even heavy current is not strong enough to knock them off.

What if I only want you to clean the bottom one time?

Barnacle Busters will be happy to provide one time and transient customer service

I just had my bottom paint redone, how long should I wait before having it cleaned?

You should have your bottom cleaned after one month, if you wait any longer, the barnacles will grow larger and heavier causing more wear and tear on your newly applied bottom paint and shortening the life of the paint.

Will PropSpeed prevent barnacles from growing on my props?

No. Although it does slow the growth somewhat, the purpose of the PropSpeed coating is to prevent scaling and reduce drag. It does not have antifouling properties. We can usually pop the barnacles off the PropSpeed with our gloves if they are small, however if you wait too long to remove the barnacles from the PropSpeed it will weaken the coating and shorten the life of your PropSpeed.

When PropSpeed is applied, how long do I need to wait before having my props cleaned?

As with new bottom paint, PropSpeed coated metals should be cleaned during your next regular hull clean. In fact, since PropSpeed is not antifouling, the barnacles will grow much faster on it than the rest of the hull. We recommend going no longer than one month between prop cleanings. Heavy growth on the PropSpeed will cause damage to the coating when cleaned, thus shortening its life.

How long should my bottom paint last?

Approximately 12-18 months. Although you may still see bottom paint on your boat after this period of time, it has lost most of its antifouling potency. Not replenishing the bottom paint on your boat by this time will cause heavy growth on the bottom and possibly lead to the other issues related to heavy marine growth.

Why should I use Barnacle Busters over other competitors?

Our office operates Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 5:00pm. For urgent situations, we offer 24/7 emergency availability. Call our main number and follow the prompts for the on-call technician. We prioritize groundings, prop damage, vibration issues, and urgent underwater inspections.

Up north I only have the bottom cleaned every 3-4 months. Why do I need it cleaned so often down here?

Most leading bottom paint manufacturers agree that Palm Beach County has the highest barnacle growth in the country, especially in the hot summer months. The water in the ICW exceeds 90 degrees in the summer and is rich in nutrients, both of which promote heavier barnacle growth.

If I have antifouling bottom paint, why do I need you to clean it?

Although bottom paint helps stunt the growth of the barnacles, it does not stop them. Barnacle Busters will only clean the bottom when necessary, paying special attention to maintaining your bottom paint so that you get maximum paint lifespan. Additionally, bottom paint wears off of the metal hardware (props, shafts, rudders, struts, trim tabs) rather quickly. Where there is no paint, barnacles will attach and grow within only a few days.

If my boat is in an area with heavy current, doesn’t the speed of the water prevent the growth of the barnacles?

Although the theory behind that seems plausible, current actually creates heavier growth. Barnacles are filter feeders and the current acts as a conveyer belt delivering food to them. Barnacles also have great adhesion properties and even heavy current is not strong enough to knock them off.

What if I only want you to clean the bottom one time?

Barnacle Busters will be happy to provide one time and transient customer service

I just had my bottom paint redone, how long should I wait before having it cleaned?

You should have your bottom cleaned after one month, if you wait any longer, the barnacles will grow larger and heavier causing more wear and tear on your newly applied bottom paint and shortening the life of the paint.

Will PropSpeed prevent barnacles from growing on my props?

No. Although it does slow the growth somewhat, the purpose of the PropSpeed coating is to prevent scaling and reduce drag. It does not have antifouling properties. We can usually pop the barnacles off the PropSpeed with our gloves if they are small, however if you wait too long to remove the barnacles from the PropSpeed it will weaken the coating and shorten the life of your PropSpeed.

When PropSpeed is applied, how long do I need to wait before having my props cleaned?

As with new bottom paint, PropSpeed coated metals should be cleaned during your next regular hull clean. In fact, since PropSpeed is not antifouling, the barnacles will grow much faster on it than the rest of the hull. We recommend going no longer than one month between prop cleanings. Heavy growth on the PropSpeed will cause damage to the coating when cleaned, thus shortening its life.

How long should my bottom paint last?

Approximately 12-18 months. Although you may still see bottom paint on your boat after this period of time, it has lost most of its antifouling potency. Not replenishing the bottom paint on your boat by this time will cause heavy growth on the bottom and possibly lead to the other issues related to heavy marine growth.

Keep Your Vessel Performing at Its Best

Established in 1979. Fully licensed and insured. Trusted by captains, yacht owners, and marina managers throughout South Florida.

Keep Your Vessel Performing at Its Best

Established in 1979. Fully licensed and insured. Trusted by captains, yacht owners, and marina managers throughout South Florida.

Keep Your Vessel Performing at Its Best

Established in 1979. Fully licensed and insured. Trusted by captains, yacht owners, and marina managers throughout South Florida.

Palm Beach County - 561.625.4484
Broward County - 954.316.4639
Martin County - 772.288.0323

Main Office Address:
Barnacle Busters, Inc.
10456 Riverside Dr.
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33410

© Copyright Barnacle Busters 2026. Made By Candid Collective

Palm Beach County - 561.625.4484
Broward County - 954.316.4639
Martin County - 772.288.0323

Main Office Address:
Barnacle Busters, Inc.
10456 Riverside Dr.
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33410

© Copyright Barnacle Busters 2026. Made By Candid Collective

Palm Beach County - 561.625.4484
Broward County - 954.316.4639
Martin County - 772.288.0323

Main Office Address:
Barnacle Busters, Inc.
10456 Riverside Dr.
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33410

© Copyright Barnacle Busters 2026. Made By Candid Collective