Marine Electrical in Illinois
Browsing all marine service providers in Illinois. We're still tagging shops by service type — for now, listings below cover the full Illinois marine industry.
Marine electrical work is its own discipline — saltwater corrosion, galvanic isolation, and DC-AC system integration all matter in ways automotive electrical doesn't. Look for an ABYC-certified marine electrician (American Boat & Yacht Council) for anything beyond basic wiring. Common jobs: battery bank upgrades to lithium, shore-power inlet replacement, navigation electronics installation, and corrosion troubleshooting.
Marine service providers in Illinois
No exact electrical matches yet — these are the major marine shops in Illinois.
Arete Renovators, Inc.
VerifiedBoat Builder · Repair services
3821 West Montrose Avenue, Chicago, IL 60618
+1-773-610-4551Website
G & H Marine
VerifiedBoat Shop · Repair services
2194 South Imboden Court, Decatur, IL 62521
+1-217-423-6684Website
Marine Services Corporation
VerifiedBoat Shop · Repair services
14001 Cottage Grove Avenue, Dolton, IL 60419
+1-708-841-5660Website
The Boat Dock
VerifiedBoat Shop · Repair services
4600 Rising Moon Road, Springfield, IL 62711
+1-217-793-7300Website
Wauconda Boat and Service
VerifiedBoat Shop · Repair services
231 East Liberty Street, Wauconda, IL 60084
+1-847-526-2203Website
National Marine
VerifiedBoat Shop · Repair services
5406 North Galena Road, Peoria Heights, IL 61616
Website
SkipperBud's North Point
VerifiedBoat Shop · Repair services
215 North Point Drive, Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096
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SkipperBud's Sequoit Harbor - Boating Superstore
VerifiedBoat Shop · Repair services
1000 W. IL Route 173, Antioch, IL 60002
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Boat House of Chicago
UnverifiedBoat Shop · Repair services
IL
Marine Services Corporation
UnverifiedMarina · Repair services
14001 Cottage Grove Avenue, Dolton, IL 60419
South End Boat Shop
UnverifiedBoat Shop · Repair services
IL
The Boat Yard
UnverifiedBoat Shop · Repair services
IL
Frequently asked questions
- What does ABYC certification mean?
- The American Boat & Yacht Council certifies marine technicians on standards specific to boats — DC/AC integration, corrosion, fuel systems, etc. ABYC-certified electricians follow industry-recognized safety standards that insurance companies often require for major work.
- Should I switch my boat batteries to lithium?
- Lithium (LiFePO4) batteries weigh ~70% less than equivalent AGM, last 5–10x longer, and recharge much faster. Trade-offs: 3–4x upfront cost and a properly designed charging system to avoid damage. Most marine electricians recommend lithium for boats spending significant time off-shore-power.