I'm trying to make a little extra money cleaning boats on scuba. What do people usually charge for this? And what's the best way to get my name out there? Does everybody usually change the zinc anodes as part of the deal?
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here is an excellent dive forum with 36 pages on underwater hull cleaning and related topics, they do recommend a using a hooka rig.
http://www.scubaboard.com/forums/seeking-employmen...
as far as what to charge, you need to research the going rate for hull cleaning in your area. you may want to work for an established hull cleaning co. or discuss your services with the local marina managers. changing zinks can be part of your service.
please beware, there are dangers working in and around marinas
are you working in salt water, brackish water or fresh water? if you are diving at a marina in fresh or brackish water there is a real danger of drowning due to electrocution from stray elec. current in the water. this is less likely in salt water. please review the information on this site regarding this danger.
http://www.highport.com/electricalHazard%E2%80%A6
as you may already know soft ablative bottom paint needs to be cleaned different from a hard bottom paint. a soft brush or sponge is all you need to clean ablative bottom paint, hard bottom paints will need a harder bristle brush or even a scraper. it is always advisable to test the bottom first and use the least invasive method of cleaning possible
when under your boat safety around the propeller is critical and disabling the motor on the boat is a good idea.
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